Davey Tree in Redmond

Davey Tree

(425) 429-7449 www.davey.com

14515 NE 87th St, Redmond, Washington 98052

Equipment and Capabilities: Chipper

Tree Services: Works Near Structures, Large Trees, Tree Assessments

Credentials and Trust: Long Established, ISA Certified

Emergency and Storm: Quick Response

Customer Experience: Affordable

Davey's ISA Certified Arborists has been providing professional tree care near Seattle since 1880. Our certified arborists understand the local challenges you face with regional climate conditions and tree insects (pests) and diseases common to Seattle. With research and science from the Davey Institute, we can provide the highest quality services in the industry with personalized local tree services for tree trimming, tree cutting, shrub pruning, tree health inspections and treatments, tree insect and disease control, tree and shrub fertilization, storm prep, and tree removal in the Seattle and surrounding areas.

4.8 from 107 reviews

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Pros

  • They did a great job on a very difficult pine tree trimming project and cleaned up daily.
  • The crews were professional, punctual, courteous, and good listeners.
  • They accommodated requests to cut pruned pieces into usable firewood size.
  • They were on time, thorough, and cleaned up not only the yard but the neighbor's yard as well.
  • The quoting and process were smooth and professional, with fast responses.
  • They are trustworthy and competitively priced.
  • The team consistently delivered excellent pruning, with careful shaping and thorough cleanup.
  • Jeff and the crews are knowledgeable, reliable, and communicative.
  • Davey Tree staff are friendly, professional, and attentive to clients' needs.
  • They deliver above-and-beyond service, including delivering wood chips and thorough cleanup.

Cons

Based on reviews representing only 5% of total ratings

  • They damaged permanent patio lights during tree care and offered only a credit, showing a lack of accountability.
  • They quoted a ridiculous price for trimming three trees, which felt predatory to the reviewer.
  • They sent harassing bills and could not resolve the debris-removal charges, causing ongoing frustration.

Review Overview

Davey Tree in Redmond, Washington is best suited for property portfolios that demand serious arboricultural skill, not just light trimming. Think large lots or multi-tree yards, HOA or condo campuses, and homes where one or two trees or hedges present ongoing health, safety, or wind-load concerns. This outfit shines on complex, multi-tree pruning, crown reductions, deep hedge work, and tree removals where the job benefits from a licensed arborist on the crew. Budgets should realistically be in the mid-to-upper range, reflecting the level of expertise, equipment, and thorough cleanup that accompanies substantial work. For clients with a single small pruning project or an unusually tight timeline, it’s still possible to hire Davey, but the best experience comes with a well-scoped, multi-tree plan and a readiness to invest in premium service.

Safety and cleanup standards are where Davey Tree earns its keep and distinguishes itself from many competitors. Reviews consistently highlight trained arborists who communicate before cutting, check in as work proceeds, and implement conservative pruning practices to protect structures and glass, while preserving tree vigor. The crews routinely employ climbing and bucket-truck techniques to reach interior crowns, and they bring back-up gear like chippers to completely remove debris, often leaving yards cleaner than before. Instances of meticulous cleanup extend beyond the work zone to neighboring areas when the job touches shared spaces, underscoring a culture of responsible site stewardship. The persistent emphasis on “do no harm” planning, thorough site assessments, careful limb removal, and post-work tidying, is not incidental; it’s the core premise of the service.

When the scope is clearly defined, Davey Tree demonstrates formidable capability. They handle aging and oversized specimens with precision, including decades-old hedges and large conifers, using inside-out pruning approaches to minimize collateral damage and maximize airflow. A recurring thread of reviews notes careful shaping that enhances appearance without compromising health, alongside practical results like wind-friendliness and reduced hazard risk. The team’s disciplined approach shows in quick turnarounds on sizable projects, consistent on-time arrivals, and proactive communication about what will be done and why. For property managers or homeowners dealing with storm risk or a landscape plan that requires ongoing health care, Davey’s combination of arborist leadership, robust equipment, and disciplined execution delivers reliable long-term value.

Price agility exists, but so does premium perception. Several reviewers report competitive quotes relative to similar work, while others note that Davey’s pricing sits toward the higher end and urge prospective clients to obtain multiple bids for context. The key takeaway is not “always cheapest” but “clear, itemized scope and accountable deliverables.” When debris removal, chip disposal, or complex access is part of the package, confirm exactly what is included and what incurs extra charges. A few unhappy customers point to billing or claim-handling friction, often around debris or add-on fees after the fact. The best practice is to lock in a detailed scope, request a written line-item estimate, and insist on explicit agreements about any potential extra costs before work begins.

Communication and consistency across crews emerge as Davey Tree’s strongest reputational pillar. Account managers, foremen, and field crews are repeatedly praised for listening, documenting requests, and following through with confirmations and timely updates. The same teams that prune and shape trees are also the ones that diagnose plant health, offer proactive care plans, and provide actionable explanations about next steps. Long-term customers routinely cite continuity, regular technicians who remember property history and tailor recommendations accordingly. For Redmond properties with ongoing maintenance needs, this is a meaningful advantage: a steady hand over years of care translates into healthier trees, fewer unnecessary interventions, and a more cohesive landscape result.

Bottom line: for discerning property owners who need serious tree work done right, whether pruning a centuries-old specimen, reshaping a hedge, or removing a hazardous tree, Davey Tree is a strong, dependable choice in Redmond. Seek them out when the project involves multiple trees, significant pruning, or health care programs, especially if the priority is safety, professional coordination with neighbors or HOA, and a pristine cleanup. Before committing, execute a candid scope discussion: confirm who will lead the job, verify that a certified arborist will supervise, and require a walk-through with the foreman to agree on pruning levels, align on debris removal, and set expectations for cleanup. If a project’s success hinges on precise pruning, clean risk management, and communications that don’t waft away mid-job, Davey Tree stands ready to deliver. The caveats are real, but they are manageable: insist on a detailed written plan, anticipate premium pricing, and ensure the contract covers potential incidental damages and a clear path for follow-up care. In the right circumstances, this is the team that keeps Redmond trees healthier, safer, and more visually coherent for years to come.

Equipment and Capabilities

Chipper

On-site wood chipping turns bulky brush and branches into manageable mulch. Efficient cleanup and an option to keep the chips for your garden.

A wood chipper is a core part of their on-site pruning work, grinding branches as they trim so the yard is left clean and tidy. Crews often collect all trimmings with the machine, providing thorough cleanup after large or complex jobs. Customers can choose to have the resulting chips removed or delivered to their property for use, and some explicitly request chip delivery for yard mulch. For sizable projects like 30+ year old arborvitae hedges, the chipper handles large volumes of debris, enabling inside pruning and careful disposal without leaving a mess. Overall, the capability to process and manage chips on site or at the customer’s location is a recurring pattern in their service experiences.

Tree Services

Works Near Structures

Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.

They regularly perform pruning and removal near homes and other structures, including trimming branches that encroach on houses and keeping limbs away from roofs and walls. On-site communication is a hallmark, with crews discussing objectives before starting, checking in during work, and confirming the final result aligns with what was requested. When near-structure access is needed, they use appropriate equipment like bucket trucks and a wood chipper, and they have even pruned from inside very old hedges by climbing within them to trim from the inside. Cleanup and respect for the surrounding property are emphasized, with crews thoroughly cleaning debris and sometimes tidying neighboring yards as well. The work consistently preserves and improves safety and visual appeal for trees near structures, helping them stay healthy without risking damage to buildings or features.

Large Trees

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.

Large-tree work is handled with precision and care, especially on mature, expansive specimens and 30+ year old arborvitae hedges where crews climb from inside the canopy to crown-reduce, windsail, and shape. Teams are agile and meticulous about access around structures, using equipment like cherry-pickers for tall limbs and a wood chipper to leave the site neat and debris-free. They consistently deliver thorough cleanup—neighbors’ yards included—so the property looks better after work than before. The process emphasizes clear communication and on-time performance, with foremen and crews checking in to ensure trimming matches the plan and adjusting as needed. In addition to pruning, they offer ongoing large-tree care such as health inspections, pest and disease management, fertilization, storm preparation, and, when necessary, removal, delivering comprehensive care for big trees in the Redmond area.

Tree Assessments

Offers professional evaluation of your trees' health, structure, and risk level. Useful before buying property, after storm damage, or when a tree just doesn't look right.

Thorough tree health assessments and diagnostics are a core capability in Redmond, with ISA Certified Arborists on site to identify stress, structural risk, pests, and diseases common to Seattle’s climate. They translate findings into tailored plans that cover insect and disease control, fertilization, pruning, and wind-resilient shaping, and they present clear explanations, fast quotes via iPad, and ongoing updates as work progresses. Customer feedback highlights their ability to inspect trees, discuss options, and adjust work based on homeowner input, with crews communicating as they work and ensuring thorough cleanup after pruning—often extending to neighboring yards. Their health-care approach includes deep-root fertilization and annual systemic insecticide programs, yielding visibly healthier trees and hedges over time. They frequently coordinate with property managers and HOA projects on the Eastside, delivering reliable service and professional cleanup across large trees, hedges, and multi-tree pruning jobs.

Credentials and Trust

Long Established

A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.

Dating back to 1880, this long-established arboriculture leader demonstrates a durable capability to handle Seattle-area trees through changing climates, pests, and growth patterns. Customer feedback shows sustained, long-term engagement—clients frequently note work done over many years on the same properties, including preserving and maintaining numerous trees for nearly a decade or longer. The pattern of reliable, thorough service across multiple visits highlights ongoing health care, precise pruning, and meticulous cleanup, with teams and specialists like Dustin, Ben, Collin, Jason, Jeff, and Steve Coe repeatedly cited for consistency. Enduring trust is also reflected in testimonials from long-time customers and community managers who value fair bidding, professional execution, and a sustained track record of quality work.

ISA Certified

Employs one or more ISA-certified arborists - credentialed professionals who've passed rigorous testing in tree care science and best practices.

ISA-certified arborists underpin Davey Tree’s Seattle-area work, delivering expert assessments and care tailored to Redmond’s climate and local pests. Customers describe knowledgeable crews who explain plans, diagnose tree health issues, and implement evidence-based treatments, including systemic insecticide applications and disease control, with clear follow-up recommendations. Pruning and trimming large and historic trees is done with safety, precision, and ongoing communication about desired outcomes, followed by meticulous cleanup. The team frequently documents work and communicates through detailed proposals and post-work notes, and many clients rely on ongoing health care and maintenance programs across years. While a small number report pricing or billing frustrations, the prevailing feedback highlights reliable, professional arborists who preserve and improve landscape health in the Redmond–Seattle area.

Emergency and Storm

Quick Response

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 defining strength of Davey Tree’s Redmond operation. Their quoting and planning move quickly, with initial consultations followed by an iPad-based quote sent soon after, so customers know costs fast. Crews consistently arrive on schedule, discuss goals before starting, and check in during the work to ensure the trimming or removal matches expectations, finishing with thorough cleanup. In urgent situations or after storm-related damage, certified arborists respond promptly—often the next day—and carry out hazardous removals or mitigation efficiently, even in heavy rain. Across many years and projects in the Seattle area, customers repeatedly highlight reliable, proactive communication and a willingness to mobilize quickly to protect property and safety.

Customer Experience

Affordable

Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.

Competitive pricing paired with upfront, clear quotes makes professional tree care accessible in Redmond and the broader Seattle area. Customers repeatedly describe getting substantial value for the price, even for large pruning, hedge work, and tree health treatments. Quote delivery is fast and often digital, helping plan and compare costs quickly. The combination of thorough, careful work and thorough cleanup adds to the affordability story by delivering reliable results with less chance of rework, though a small number note concerns about pricing—overall, affordability is a consistent strength alongside trusted expertise.