Tree Removal in Yakima, WA

Need a tree removed in Yakima? Yakima Tree Services safely removes dead, dying, leaning and storm-damaged trees from homes and businesses across Yakima and the Yakima Valley. Whether it’s a towering cottonwood over your roof, a split silver maple after a windstorm or a dead tree in the backyard, we take it down carefully, in sections when needed, and leave your property clean. Every removal starts with a free on-site estimate, so you know exactly what’s involved and what it costs before any work begins. Request your free tree removal estimate →

Signs You Need Tree Removal

Not every problem tree needs to come down, but these warning signs mean it’s time to have a professional take a look:

The tree is dead or mostly bare during the growing season.
It’s leaning more than it used to, or soil is heaving or cracking at the base.
Large cracks or splits run through the trunk or main limbs.
Mushrooms, hollow areas or soft, crumbling wood at the trunk or roots, which are signs of internal decay.
Branches hang over your roof, garage, fence or power lines and the tree is in poor health.
Roots are damaging foundations, driveways, sidewalks or underground lines.
Storm damage has left the tree split, partially uprooted or dangerously unbalanced.

If you’re not sure whether a tree can be saved, our tree health assessments can help you decide.

Our Tree Removal Process in Yakima

Free on-site assessment: we inspect the tree, its condition and everything around it, including your house, fences, landscaping and overhead lines.
Clear written estimate: you get an upfront price and a plan for how the tree will come down.
Site protection: we set up the work area to protect your lawn, garden beds and structures.
Controlled removal: open trees can be felled in one piece; trees near buildings or lines are carefully cut and lowered in sections using ropes and rigging.
Cleanup and haul-away: branches are chipped, wood is hauled away (or cut to firewood length if you’d like to keep it) and the area is raked clean.
Optional stump grinding: we can grind the stump below ground level in the same visit. Learn more about our stump grinding service.

How Much Does Tree Removal Cost in Yakima?

Tree removal pricing depends on the job, which is why we always provide a free on-site estimate instead of guessing over the phone. The biggest cost factors are:

Size: taller trees with larger trunk diameters take more time, equipment and disposal.
Location and access: a tree in an open yard costs less to remove than one in a tight, fenced backyard or leaning over a house.
Hazards: trees near power lines, roofs or other structures must be removed in sections, which takes more labor.
Condition: dead or storm-damaged trees can be brittle and unpredictable, requiring extra care.
Extras: stump grinding, root removal and full haul-away versus leaving firewood all affect the final price.

Most homeowners are surprised how affordable a planned removal is compared with the cost of damage from a tree that fails in a storm.

Trees We Commonly Remove in Yakima

Yakima’s hot, dry summers, cold winters and seasonal windstorms are tough on trees, and some species struggle more than others. We frequently remove:

Cottonwoods and poplars: fast-growing and large, but prone to dropping heavy limbs.
Siberian elms: common in older Yakima neighborhoods and known for weak, brittle wood.
Silver maples: prone to splitting at the trunk unions as they age.
Old or unproductive fruit trees: aging apple, cherry and pear trees that are declining or diseased.
Drought-stressed pines and spruces: evergreens that have died back after dry summers.

Why Choose Yakima Tree Services for Tree Removal

Safety first: careful planning, proper rigging and protective equipment on every job.
Clear, upfront pricing: a written estimate before work starts, with no surprises.
Respect for your property: we protect lawns, gardens and structures throughout the removal.
Complete cleanup: we don’t leave until the debris is gone and your yard is clean.
Local to the Yakima Valley: we know the trees, weather and neighborhoods we work in.

Tree Removal Near You

We provide tree removal throughout Yakima, including West Valley, Nob Hill, Terrace Heights and Fruitvale, as well as nearby Union Gap, Selah, Moxee, Toppenish, Sunnyside and Ellensburg. Tree down after a storm? See our emergency tree removal service.

Tree Removal FAQs

How long does tree removal take?

Most residential tree removals are completed in a few hours to one day, depending on the tree’s size, location and whether it needs to be taken down in sections. We’ll give you a time estimate along with your quote.

Will tree removal damage my lawn?

We take care to protect your yard by planning where wood is lowered, using careful rigging and keeping heavy equipment off soft ground where possible. We also rake and clean the work area when the job is finished.

Can you remove a tree close to my house?

Yes. Trees near houses, garages and fences are removed in sections, with each piece cut and lowered in a controlled way so it doesn’t fall onto your property.

Do you remove the stump too?

Stump grinding is optional and quoted separately. Many customers add it to the same visit, which is usually more affordable than scheduling it later.

What happens to the wood?

We chip the branches and haul away the wood. If you’d like firewood, we can leave the trunk cut into rounds, which can also lower your price.