(215) 785-2168 www.ricksexperttreeservice.com
1907 Bensalem Blvd, Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020
Equipment and Capabilities: Crane, Stump Grinder
Emergency and Storm: Storm Cleanup, 24 Hour Emergency Response, Quick Response
Tree Services: Large Trees, Dead Tree Experience, Lot Clearing
Credentials and Trust: Family Owned, Long Established, Insured, Licensed
Customer Experience: Free Estimates, Affordable
EXCEPTIONAL SERVICES & PRICES FULL SERVICE TREE CARE: Tree Removal, Tree Pruning, Tree Trimming, Stump Grinding, Crane Services, 24/7 Emergency Tree Service, Lot Clearing, Firewood Supplier Family owned & operated in Bucks County for over 20 years. Arborists on staff. ~FREE ESTIMATES FREE QUOTES ~FULLY LICENSED & INSURED ~NO CONTRACTS ~NO PAYMENT UNTIL WORK IS COMPLETE It's our goal to provide inexpensive, exceptional service in the most efficient way, leaving clients with high quality tree care at low costs. Customer satisfaction is guaranteed with our no payment till job is complete policy. We proudly service Bucks County Pennsylvania PA & Philadelphia Pennsylvania PA as we are based in Lower Bucks County in the heart of Bensalem
4.8 from 475 reviews
Based on reviews representing only 5% of total ratings
Rick’s Expert Tree Service is best suited for residential properties with big, cathedral-like trees, tight access situations, and scenarios where safety, precision, and thorough cleanup matter as much as the cut itself. For single-family lots in Bucks County with mature trees near houses, fences, pools, or power lines, this outfit is the go-to. It shines on large removals, storm-damage cleanup, and multi-tree jobs where cranes and climbers must work in restricted spaces. Homeowners on a practical mid-to-upper budget who want a project completed quickly, with meticulous cleanup and minimal disruption, will find Rick’s a strong fit. In urgent post-storm conditions, the company consistently proves capable of mobilizing promptly, often delivering estimates within a day and scheduling work within days, not weeks.
Safety and cleanup standards are not merely talking points with Rick’s; they are the backbone of every operation. The reviews repeatedly highlight crane operations, climbers, and foremen who execute complex removals with a laser focus on protecting nearby structures, fences, and landscaping. Stories of removing trees 65 feet tall or larger that sit adjacent to power lines, fences, or pools are common, yet the crews keep cuts controlled and predictable. The company coordinates with utility providers when necessary, and the crane teams are praised for preventing collateral damage to driveways, lawns, and plantings. Stump grinding below grade, meticulous debris removal, and surface grading are standard finish-work, testimony to a safety-first ethos that permeates every job.
Cleanup standards are arguably Rick’s strongest differentiator. Across dozens of reviews, the yard-after-cleanup outcomes are consistently described as immaculate, as if the trees were never there. The crews haul away logs, grind stumps below grade, and leave lawns and gardens undisturbed in most cases. Even when access challenges or large, heavy equipment are involved, the end result is “no trace” cleanup, with no piles of chips or debris left behind. There are occasional notes of minor cleanup improvements, but these are rare and quickly outweighed by the overall finish. For clients who must live with a yard immediately after completion, children playing nearby, garden beds staying intact, the reliability of cleanup is a decisive factor.
Value and workmanship are equally persuasive. Rick’s consistently receives praise for fair-to-competitive pricing, with many reviewers noting they beat other estimates while delivering higher-quality results. The operation is described as efficient, organized, and capable of handling large crews and heavy machinery without sacrificing workmanship. The team’s expertise, centered around John DeLuca, the arborist foreman, and a capable crew that includes skilled climbers and skilled stump grinders, translates into confident planning, precise removal near obstructions, and swift completion. The willingness to tailor plans, grind stumps to below-grade levels, and re-grade sites for a natural look further reinforces the impression of real value, where the end result often exceeds expectations for the price paid.
Reliability and communication are dependable when the weather cooperates, though occasional scheduling frictions surface in reviews. The contrast is instructive: when Rick’s responds quickly and commits to a timeline, the experience is highly favorable, estimations are thorough, crews arrive on time, and cleanup is thorough. Offices staffed by responsive professionals (notably Amy and Dennis, among others) coordinate estimates, scheduling, and follow-through with care. Yet there are a handful of accounts of delays or queue-line scheduling for smaller jobs, illustrating that demand can outpace capacity in peak seasons. Overall, the balance tilts strongly toward dependable service, with many customers repeatedly returning and recommending Rick’s to neighbors and family.
For decision-making, these conclusions cut clearly to actionable guidance. If a property owner faces multiple tall trees, a near-house removal, or a storm-damage emergency, Rick’s Expert Tree Service should be the top choice. The combination of heavy equipment, skilled crane operation, precise tree work, and superior cleanup makes it possible to tackle the kind of high-stakes removals that require professional coordination with utilities and tight site management. Conversely, for a small, straightforward pruning job with a tight budget and no urgency, other options may offer a more economical fit, though even in small tasks, Rick’s tends to deliver cleanup and professionalism well beyond typical expectations. In short, Rick’s is the recommended partner for complex, safety-sensitive jobs, emergency responses, and large-scale removals where risk, disruption, and long-term yard restoration are at stake.
In sum, for property owners with mature trees in challenging locations, near structures, waterways, or lines, and for those who demand a high standard of safety, cleanup, and professional presentation, Rick’s Expert Tree Service stands out as the strategic choice. They are not merely cutters; they are arborists and operators who manage risk with a disciplined, well-equipped crew. The verdict is clear: invest in Rick’s when the job matters, when a landmark tree must come down, the stump must disappear, and the yard must be returned to pristine condition. For top-tier results, in Bucks County and beyond, this is the team that consistently delivers what matters most: safety, cleanliness, and lasting value.
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 defining capability, with customers noting Rick's Expert Tree Service consistently brings heavy gear to the job, including an AmQuip crane operated by engineers like Tim and Kyle. They handle very tall removals and large limbs, even in tight yards or near houses, fences, pools, and power lines, using precise lifts that minimize disruption. The crane crew is described as careful and professional, able to maneuver trunks limb-by-limb and position equipment without damaging surrounding structures. They coordinate with utilities (PECO) when trees are near power lines, ensuring safe, timely access and staged lifts during storms or high-demand periods in Bucks County and Philadelphia, PA. Overall feedback highlights speed, accuracy, and meticulous cleanup made possible by owning and deploying substantial heavy equipment to tackle large, complex jobs.
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 consistently demonstrated, with customers noting grinding to below-grade levels and a finish that leaves the yard looking untouched. In many projects, stump grinding follows tree removal and is paired with prompt debris haul-away, leveling the site for immediate use. The stump crews, including grinders like Bob and Jose, are praised for precise work that grounds stumps to below-ground level and cleans up grindings and debris thoroughly. Jobs are often completed quickly, with stump grinding sometimes done the day after removal, underscoring fast, efficient service. Even in tight or delicate sites—near fences, pools, or structures—they perform with care to protect surrounding features and leave a clean, level area behind.
Ready to respond after high winds, ice storms, or heavy snow bring trees and limbs down across your property.
Storm cleanup and emergency response are hallmarks of their service. They offer 24/7 emergency tree service and crane-enabled operations to remove tall, storm-damaged trees, even in tight spaces near homes, fences, or power lines in Bucks County and Philadelphia. Customer feedback consistently highlights rapid response: same-day or next-day estimates followed by swift removals, often within 24 hours, during heavy storm seasons. The crews grind stumps below grade, haul away logs, and leave yards clean with no lawn damage, sometimes after using two cranes on soft turf. They routinely coordinate with utilities like PECO to turn off power when needed and deliver thorough, careful cleanup that leaves properties ready for the next step. Based in Lower Bucks County, they serve Bucks County PA and Philadelphia PA, with fair pricing and a no-pay-until-complete policy.
Available around the clock for dangerous situations - a tree on your roof, a limb blocking your driveway, or a trunk threatening to fall. Day or night.
Emergency responses are handled with rapid turnaround, often providing same-day or next-day estimates and on-site deployment when storm damage occurs in Bucks County and Philadelphia areas served from Bensalem. Crews arrive equipped with heavy equipment, including cranes and stump grinders, enabling safe removal of very large trees in tight spaces near houses, fences, and even power lines. In urgent cases, they coordinate with utilities to turn off nearby power to ensure safe work while removing dangerous branches and trunks. Cleanups are thorough and prompt, with debris hauled away and sites left looking level and neat after the work is completed. This 24/7 emergency capability is supported by a no-questions-asked policy and flexible scheduling, underscoring their readiness to respond when danger is present.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Rapid response is a hallmark of Rick's Expert Tree Service, with Bucks County and the Philadelphia area repeatedly noting quick attention after storms or damage. They commonly fit jobs into the schedule the same week and provide next-day estimates before mobilizing, often moving from estimate to on-site work the following day. In true emergencies, the team has demonstrated remarkable speed—ten minutes after a call, they arrived and completed the removal that same day. Their fleet includes cranes and stump grinders on site, enabling large, high-risk removals with minimal disruption to lawns or nearby structures. Across the Bucks County PA/Philadelphia PA area, customers consistently report fast, professional responsiveness paired with thorough cleanup and dependable, courteous service.
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.
Crane-assisted removal of towering trees is a core capability, enabling safe removal in tight yards and near homes or fences. Crews regularly tackle very large specimens, including 65-foot pines, 100-foot maples, and 120-plus-foot tulip poplars, often working in challenging spaces where access is limited. They deploy cranes and spider-style equipment to reach high canopies while protecting landscaping, fencing, pools, and nearby structures, and they coordinate with utilities for power shutoffs when necessary. Stump grinding is performed to below-grade levels, and cleanup leaves the property looking pristine with minimal trace of the work. Based in Bensalem, they proudly serve Bucks County and the Philadelphia area with experienced arborists, insured and licensed, ready to handle large-scale tree removals efficiently.
Specialists in the safe removal of dead, dying, or diseased trees. Dead trees are unpredictable - experience and caution matter.
Crane-assisted removal of dead trees is a standout capability, handling tall specimens like a dead 65-foot pine and other large trees with careful precision. Rapid response is a common pattern, with estimates often provided the same day or next day and work completed quickly, sometimes in a single visit after storm damage or emergencies. Crews use cranes and stump grinders to remove the dead trees, grind stumps below grade, haul away logs, and leave the yard clean and level. They routinely work in tight spaces or near houses, fences, and power lines, coordinating around utilities and protecting surrounding trees and landscaping. Based in Lower Bucks County and serving Bucks County and Philadelphia, Rick’s Expert Tree Service has built a long-standing reputation—over 20 years—for dependable, professional dead-tree removal and thorough cleanup, with a strong emphasis on safety and customer satisfaction.
Full-scale land clearing for new construction, overgrown acreage, or development prep. Trees, brush, and stumps - all of it gone.
Crane-assisted lot clearing is a core capability, enabling safe removal of tall trees and heavy limbs in tight spaces or near structures. They regularly handle very tall trees—60- to 110-foot specimens—removing the tree, grinding the stump below grade, and hauling away logs and debris. Operators coordinate with utilities when needed and use precise rigging to protect fences, driveways, and landscaping. Cleanup is consistently thorough, leaving the site level and free of debris, as if the trees were never there. The combination of heavy equipment, on-staff arborists, and a track record across Bucks County and the Philadelphia area makes Rick's Expert Tree Service a dependable lot-clearing partner.
A business built and run by family, often passed down or grown from the ground up. Personal accountability and pride in every job.
Family-owned and operated in Bucks County for over 20 years, Rick's Expert Tree Service roots its work in the Lower Bucks County community around Bensalem. Customer feedback consistently describes a polite, professional, and highly client-focused crew that shows up on time, handles large equipment safely, and leaves yards clean—hallmarks of a family-run operation that treats customers like neighbors. Repeat business and referrals abound, with homeowners noting they return for multiple projects and would call Rick's again, reflecting trust and long-standing local relationships. The service model—free estimates, transparent pricing, no contracts, and no payment until completion—signals a family business ethos built on fairness and accountability. Arborists on staff, 24/7 emergency response, and the capacity to manage large, complex jobs in tight spaces with cranes and stump grinders demonstrate the depth and reliability you’d expect from a well-established Bucks County family company serving Bucks and Philadelphia counties.
A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.
With more than twenty years of family ownership in Bucks County, the service has built a long-established capability to handle everything from routine pruning to complex, crane-assisted removals. A strong pattern in feedback is rapid storm response—estimates offered quickly and work scheduled promptly, often completed in a single day with stump grinding and cleanup. Crews include arborists on staff and operate large equipment such as cranes and stump grinders to tackle very large trees near houses, fences, or power lines, delivering precise removals and careful ground restoration. Customers repeatedly note fair pricing, no contracts, and payment only after completion, which fosters repeat work and referrals. Cleanup and professionalism are consistently praised, with crews courteous and property respected, leaving sites looking as if nothing had happened across Bucks County and Philadelphia.
Carries proper liability and workers' compensation insurance. If something goes wrong on your property, you're protected.
Fully insured and licensed, Rick's Expert Tree Service has the capacity to perform large, crane-assisted removals in Bucks County and the Philadelphia area with confidence. Clients repeatedly describe safe, precise work around homes, fences, pools, and power lines, including coordination with utility crews to turn off power when needed. They protect property every step of the way, with crane operators and crews taking care of soft lawns, leaving yards clean, and grinding stumps below grade while hauling away debris. Emergency and post-storm responses show rapid mobilization and scheduling, often with on-site estimates and work completed within days. An insured operation with arborists on staff and a proven track record of careful planning and thorough cleanup underpins their ability to handle high-risk jobs across Bucks County and beyond.
Holds all required state and local licenses to operate legally as a tree service. A basic but important box to check before hiring.
Arborists on staff provide licensed‑level expertise to assess tree health and guide removals before crews are engaged. Customers consistently note safe, high‑quality work on large, hazardous removals—often near homes, fences, or power lines—done with cranes and skilled climbers, followed by meticulous cleanup. Based in Bucks County and serving Bucks and Philadelphia PA (including Lower Bucks County in Bensalem), the team responds quickly to estimates and emergencies, with many jobs scheduled promptly and storms handled efficiently. John DeLuca, an experienced arborist and foreman, along with Dennis and Kevin, are cited for on‑site guidance and reliable planning, while crane operators like Mark and stump crews like Bob and Jose execute the work. The company offers a full suite of licensed services—removal, pruning, trimming, stump grinding, crane services, and even 24/7 emergency response—backed by insurance and a family‑owned history. Across projects, customers consistently report professional conduct, careful site protection (no damage to nearby structures or landscapes), and cleanup that leaves properties looking as if no job was performed.
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 core capability, with the business marketing free estimates and quotes and on-site arborist evaluations. A clear pattern in feedback shows that estimators often visit, provide a same-day price, and deliver a comprehensive bid that details the work and pricing in Bucks County and Philadelphia areas. After the estimate, customers frequently note quick scheduling and timely start dates, sometimes within days, with crews arriving equipped to handle large removals, stump grinding, and crane work. The no-pay-until-completion policy adds confidence that the quoted price is what customers pay once the job is finished to their satisfaction. Based in Lower Bucks County (Bensalem), they proudly serve Bucks County PA and Philadelphia PA with free estimates to help plan storm cleanup, tree removal, pruning, or other services.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Affordability is a key strength, with clients repeatedly noting fair, competitive pricing for everything from routine pruning to large, crane-assisted removals. Free estimates and quotes come with a no-contract, pay-until-complete policy, reducing upfront risk for Bucks County homeowners. The breadth of capabilities—24/7 emergency storm cleanup, tree removal, pruning and trimming, stump grinding, crane services, lot clearing, and even firewood supply—are all delivered at strong value, as many customers have observed. Based in Lower Bucks County in Bensalem and serving Bucks County and Philadelphia, PA, Rick's Expert Tree Service consistently provides high-quality work at affordable prices across a range of scenarios.