(719) 421-0728 gemstreeservices.com
16595 De Groot Rd, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80928
Equipment and Capabilities: Crane, Stump Grinder
Emergency and Storm: Storm Cleanup, Quick Response
Tree Services: Works Near Structures, Large Trees, Tree Planting
Credentials and Trust: Family Owned, Long Established, Insured, Licensed
Customer Experience: Free Estimates, Affordable, Cleanup Included
It’s a family owned, locally operated business. We specialize in tree removal, trimming, shrub trimming and removal , also stump grinding.
4.9 from 50 reviews
Crane-assisted removal for trees that can't be conventionally climbed or sectioned - ideal for extremely large, hazardous, or tightly situated trees.
Bucket crane capability lets Gems Tree Services lift and remove branches and tree tops of tall specimens with precision, especially when work occurs near houses, fences, or utility lines. Customers frequently note quick, safe, and professional service with careful rigging that protects property and enables thorough cleanup. They handle large, challenging removals—such as 25+ ft leaning spruces and 40+ ft cottonwoods—often with stump grinding and debris cleanup completed promptly. In the Colorado Springs area, this long-established, family-operated business brings local know-how and a safety-conscious crane-assisted approach that minimizes disruption.
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is performed with speed and precision as part of their tree removal workflow in the Colorado Springs area. Crews grind stumps to a clean, level finish, often completing the job and cleanup in a single visit—sometimes in under two hours. They regularly handle challenging sites, including large or tall stumps near houses, fences, or other structures, using careful, safety-focused techniques to protect nearby property. Across projects, customers note reliable communication, fair pricing, and thorough cleanup, leaving the yard ready for you to move on with the next step.
Ready to respond after high winds, ice storms, or heavy snow bring trees and limbs down across your property.
Storm cleanup is delivered with quick, safety-first execution, even when trees are tall, leaning, or close to homes and fences. Feedback highlights fast response—same-day estimates and next-day crews—often employing a bucket crane to remove branches and toppled sections without damaging property. Cleanup is thorough and efficient, with debris removed, stumps ground, and yards left spotless, sometimes in under an hour. As a family-owned operation that is licensed and insured, they are consistently praised for fair pricing, reliability, and respectful, professional storm cleanup service.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Colorado Springs customers consistently experience rapid response from Gems Tree Services, with same-day quotes and quick scheduling for tree removal, trimming, or stump grinding. A real person answering the phone helps accelerate the process, often yielding prompt estimates and arranged service the same day. In urgent situations, they mobilize quickly—one instance had a Friday evening call and by 8:30 AM Saturday a crew was on site and finished cleanup in about 45 minutes. They also demonstrate efficiency with equipment like bucket cranes to remove branches and the tops of large trees, enabling safe, fast work and thorough cleanup. Across the board, customers note safety, professionalism, and respectful, tidy results—often with debris cleared and surrounding structures protected.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
Near-structure work is a core strength, with crews safely handling tall trees that sit close to homes, decks, fences, and other structures in Colorado Springs, Colorado. They use equipment like bucket cranes and careful rigging to reach over roofs and tight spaces, removing branches and top sections without disturbing the property. Customers note that even when a tree sits very near electrical lines, the team removes it safely with precision, avoiding damage to homes and nearby structures. Cleanup is consistently thorough, leaving yards spotless after these near-structure jobs.
Experienced handling oversized trees - tall, wide, or heavily branched. Removing or trimming a large tree requires specialized skill and equipment, and these pros have both.
Handling large trees is a core strength for Gems Tree Services, with crews routinely removing and trimming trees well over 40 feet tall, and even towering specimens exceeding 100 feet. They often deploy a bucket crane to safely lift branches and tops, enabling clean, controlled removals near structures like houses, fences, decks, and other delicate surroundings. Post-removal stump grinding and thorough cleanup are standard, leaving yards neat and ready for mulch or firewood if desired. Customers note the team’s prompt, professional, family-owned service, with careful work and fair, competitive pricing. Based in Colorado Springs and serving the surrounding Front Range, they bring insured, licensed expertise to large-tree jobs across the area.
Not just removal - these companies help you add trees too. Proper planting technique gives new trees the best chance at a long, healthy life.
Replacement planting is part of their service capabilities, as shown when a Colorado Springs client had a catalpa planted in place of a removed large maple. This demonstrates the ability to plan and execute tree installation alongside removal and stump grinding, integrating the planting into the project when requested. Across projects, the team is noted for professional, safe work and thorough site cleanup, reflecting care in the planting process as well.
A business built and run by family, often passed down or grown from the ground up. Personal accountability and pride in every job.
As a family-owned operation with deep roots in Colorado Springs, Gems Tree Services brings decades of local tree care experience to every job. The crew is a tight family team—Josse, his brother Henry, and a nephew—who arrive on time, communicate clearly, and treat your property with respect. They offer the full spectrum of tree care—removal, trimming, shrub trimming and removal, and stump grinding—and consistently execute with safety, efficiency, and thorough cleanup. Pricing is frequently described as fair and highly competitive, with prompt quotes and work completed at or below the quoted price. This family-owned model underpins dependable service across Colorado Springs and nearby areas, with a focus on safety, quality workmanship, and a positive customer experience.
A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.
In the Colorado Springs area Gems Tree Services embodies a long-established, family-owned operation that has served the community for decades. Customer experiences consistently highlight quick response, punctual crews, respectful treatment of property, and clear, competitive pricing with reliable follow-through. They routinely handle large, hazardous removals near structures—often using bucket cranes—paired with thorough cleanup and stump grinding, and they even offer mulch or firewood options. The pattern of praise across jobs shows licensed and insured status with multi-generational family involvement, underscoring a durable capability to deliver safe, efficient tree care in Colorado Springs.
Carries proper liability and workers' compensation insurance. If something goes wrong on your property, you're protected.
Insured and licensed status underpins how clients describe Gem's Tree Services' work, especially near structures or utilities. Clients repeatedly point to safe, professional removals that deploy bucket cranes and stump grinders without compromising nearby homes or fences. One client explicitly notes that Josse is licensed and insured, reinforcing trust for high-risk jobs in the Colorado Springs area. Overall, the pattern of safety-conscious, responsible service, plus thorough cleanup, supports confident referrals for storm cleanup, trimming, and stump grinding throughout Colorado Springs and nearby communities.
Holds all required state and local licenses to operate legally as a tree service. A basic but important box to check before hiring.
Feedback patterns show explicit acknowledgment of licensed and insured status backing their tree removal and stump grinding services in Colorado Springs and nearby areas. Customers repeatedly describe the team as professional, punctual, and respectful of property, consistent with a trusted, family-owned operator. In challenging near-structure situations, the crew demonstrates capability with equipment like bucket cranes to safely remove branches and trunks without compromising nearby homes or fences. Cleanups are thorough and pricing transparent, reinforcing confidence in a reliable licensed service.
No charge for coming out to assess the job and give you a price. Know what you're getting into before committing.
Free estimates are a common entry point, with customers reporting a no-cost site assessment and a written, detailed quote when they request service. They frequently offer same-day estimates, enabling rapid scheduling for jobs such as removing trees near structures or trimming and stump grinding. The quotes are described as competitive, easy to read, and transparent, with many noting there are no surprise charges and a clear scope of work. As a local family-owned operation, they bring professionalism, safety, and thorough cleanup to the process, reinforcing trust with homeowners in the Colorado Springs area.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Affordable, efficient removal and stump grinding are hallmarks of Gems Tree Services for Colorado Springs homeowners. Customers consistently report the best prices around, with quotes that are competitive and often stay exactly as quoted. They deliver fast, professional service with safe, thorough cleanup, even when removing large trees near homes, fences, or other structures. As a locally owned family business, they provide prompt estimates and reliable scheduling, earning trust across Colorado Springs and the surrounding Front Range communities.
All debris - branches, logs, and brush - is hauled away as part of the job. No pile left behind for you to deal with.
Cleanup is a standout capability, with crews consistently leaving yards spotless after removal, trimming, and stump grinding. They remove debris, branches, and dead wood and include stump grinding, returning the site to a tidy condition. In some cases they extend cleanup to neighboring yards, ensuring surrounding areas are cleared and nothing is left behind. Customers note quick, on-time service, with cleanup completed efficiently—often within hours of arrival.