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Caring for Rochester's trees for over 20 years

Bill's tree removal started with one truck, one chainsaw, and a simple promise: treat every customer's property like it was our own. More than two decades later, that promise hasn't changed, even though the crew, the equipment, and the number of neighbors we've helped certainly have. We're a locally owned, family-run tree service based right here in Rochester, and we've spent those years learning exactly how Western New York weather treats the trees in our community.

What sets us apart isn't just horsepower, it's judgment. Anyone can buy a chainsaw, but knowing which limb to cut, how a leaning trunk will fall, and when a tree can be saved instead of removed is what separates a real tree service from a risky weekend operation. Our ISA-certified arborists bring that judgment to every job, whether it's a routine trim or a hazardous removal between two houses.

Above all, we believe in being honest. If your tree is healthier than you feared and only needs a little pruning, we'll tell you, even when it means a smaller invoice for us. That straightforward approach is why so many Rochester families call us back season after season.

We've worked through ice storms that snapped century-old limbs overnight, summer fronts that rolled off Lake Ontario with no warning, and quiet weekday jobs where a homeowner just wanted a little more light in the backyard. Every one of those jobs taught us something, and every one reinforced the same lesson: people remember how you treat their property and how cleanly you leave it. That's the reputation we've built, one yard at a time.

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Bill's Tree Removal crew at work in Rochester NY
20+
Years Of Experience
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Experience & Expertise

Two decades of hands-on work and ISA-certified arborists mean every cut is informed by real knowledge of how Rochester's trees grow, fail, and recover.

Reliability & Timeliness

We show up when we say we will, finish on schedule, and clean up before we leave. For storm emergencies, our crews respond around the clock.

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Comprehensive Services

Removal, trimming, pruning, stump grinding, and 24/7 emergency response, one licensed, insured crew handles every tree on your property.

Tree care expertise in Rochester NY
Our Competence

Tree care done with real expertise

From a single backyard maple to a whole lot of storm-damaged trees, we bring the same careful, professional approach to every job. We're fully licensed and insured, we pull the permits, we call 811 before we dig, and we walk every finished job with you so you sign off knowing it was done right.

That competence shows up in the details most people never notice: the way we rig a heavy limb so it lowers gently instead of crashing down, the care we take to protect your lawn and flower beds, and the thorough cleanup that leaves your yard looking better than we found it. It's also why we're trusted by homeowners, property managers, and businesses alike. Here's what our crew handles across Rochester and Monroe County:

  • Tree Removal
  • tree trimming
  • Stump Removal & Grinding
  • Pruning & Shaping
  • Emergency Storm Response
  • 24/7 Customer Support
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Meet the crew

Behind every clean takedown and tidy yard is a crew that genuinely cares about doing the job right. We're your neighbors, we live and work in the same Rochester communities we serve, and we take real pride in keeping them safe and green. From the first phone call to the final rake of the lawn, these are the people who'll show up at your door, treat your property with respect, and make sure you're happy before they leave.

Bill Hartman
Owner / Lead Arborist
Bill Hartman
Mike Dolan
Crew Lead
Mike Dolan
Sara Lopez
Office Manager
Sara Lopez
Tom Becker
Climber / Arborist
Tom Becker

Let's take care of your trees together

Whether you need a quick trim, a tricky removal, or 24/7 storm help, our Rochester crew is ready. Reach out for an honest assessment and a clear written quote, usually within one business day, with no pressure and no obligation. We'd be glad to take a look at your trees and tell you exactly what they need, even if the answer is simply to leave them be for now.

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