9264 Otchipwe Ave N, Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
Equipment and Capabilities: Crane, Aerial Lift, Stump Grinder
Tree Services: Large Trees, Works Near Structures, Dead Tree Experience
Emergency and Storm: Storm Cleanup, Quick Response
Credentials and Trust: Family Owned, Long Established, Woman Owned
Customer Experience: Affordable
Small family business, specializing in large tree removal, trimming, and stump grinding. Proudly serving Stillwater and Washington County for 50+ years.
4.9 from 46 reviews
Crane-assisted removal for trees that can't be conventionally climbed or sectioned - ideal for extremely large, hazardous, or tightly situated trees.
Crane-enabled work is a central capability that customers in Stillwater and Washington County frequently cite when removing tall trees near homes. One client noted that the team planned to lift a large silver maple in chunks over the house with a crane, avoiding a nearby power line. Another reviewer highlighted the use of a four-wheel-drive aerial lift and a crane to reach tight spaces behind a house in an alley, delivering fast, thorough removals of very tall trees—up to about 150 ft cottonwoods. Across projects in this region, customers emphasize safe, efficient crane-assisted removals with careful cleanup that protects lawns, gardens, and nearby structures.
Uses a towable or tracked aerial lift for high-reach work without the need for a full crane. More versatile in tight spaces while still reaching significant heights.
An aerial lift lets BJ Haines reach tall trees from above, enabling removal work that would be difficult from the ground. Clients praise how the lift works with the crane to lift trees in sections, often over houses or away from power lines, while protecting yards, gardens, and nearby structures. In tight spaces like alleys behind homes, they rely on the lift’s reach and a 4-wheel-drive setup to access challenging angles quickly and safely. Serving Stillwater and Washington County for 50+ years, this capability underpins fast, efficient removals and meticulous cleanup. Overall, the aerial lift is central to their ability to remove large trees near structures with minimal 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 a core capability they bring to large removals, especially in tight spaces near houses, sheds, gardens, and powerlines. Customers consistently report grinding multiple stumps in a single job and leaving the property clean, level, and free of debris. They show care to protect surrounding landscaping, often removing stumps near structures with precise work and minimal disruption. In challenging layouts such as alleys or boulevard frontages, they use appropriate equipment to reach stumps and complete grinding efficiently, with thorough cleanup and even soil replacement where needed.
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 capability in Stillwater and Washington County, with crews safely removing and trimming large trees that sit close to homes, sheds, decks, and other structures. Customers consistently note careful protection of yards, gardens, and property as work proceeds, leaving landscapes intact and clean. When trees threaten power lines or lean toward buildings, they plan with crane and 4-wheel-drive aerial lift solutions to lift the tree in chunks over the house, avoiding lines and minimizing risk. They respond quickly to storm-damaged or leaning trees, delivering fast, thorough removals with thorough cleanup that leaves the area neat. The majority of feedback highlights professionalism, safety, and minimal disruption when working near structures.
Ready to respond after high winds, ice storms, or heavy snow bring trees and limbs down across your property.
Storm cleanup teams mobilize quickly with a crane and 4WD aerial lift to remove large trees that threaten homes, even when limbs lean toward structures or sit near power lines. In Stillwater and Washington County, customers repeatedly note fast response times and flexible scheduling, sometimes arriving the same day to assess and begin removals. They excel at protecting property during risky cuts, carefully navigating gardens, sheds, and other structures to minimize damage. Cleanup afterward is thorough, including stump grinding, debris removal, hauling away wood and chips, and even blowing debris off roofs to leave the yard clean. With decades of local, family-operated experience, they deliver efficient, safe storm-related removals that homeowners can rely on when severe weather hits.
A business built and run by family, often passed down or grown from the ground up. Personal accountability and pride in every job.
Family ownership shines through in Stillwater's BJ Haines Tree Service as an owner-led, hands-on operation serving Stillwater and Washington County for 50+ years. Customers consistently note direct involvement by family members—Bonnie and Joe—and a cohesive crew across quotes, scheduling, and on-site work, with owners known for responsiveness and courteous professionalism. This pattern of repeat business and long-tenured relationships shows the family team builds trust by delivering thorough removals, careful cleanups, and fair pricing. Even challenging jobs near structures, using cranes and aerial lifts, benefit from a tightly coordinated family-led crew focused on safety, property protection, and efficient service.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Competitive pricing makes large-tree removal, trimming, and stump grinding affordable without sacrificing safety or quality. They handle challenging sites near structures or power lines with crane-assisted removals and a 4-wheel-drive aerial lift, delivering swift, efficient work with minimal lawn disruption. Customer feedback patterns show fair quotes, competitive pricing, and excellent value for complex jobs, along with thorough cleanup and professional, respectful crews. Rooted in Stillwater and serving Washington County for 50+ years as a family-owned operation, they combine affordability with arborist expertise and a track record of careful, property-friendly service.