Kenny Tree in Snohomish

Kenny Tree

(425) 508-8733 www.kennytreeinc.com

8501 168th St SE, Snohomish, Washington 98296

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

Specialty Expertise: Fruit Tree Specialist

Emergency and Storm: Storm Cleanup, 24 Hour Emergency Response, Quick Response

Credentials and Trust: ISA Certified, Insured, Licensed

Customer Experience: Free Estimates, Affordable

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4.8 from 190 reviews

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Pros

  • Kenny Tree Service is consistently professional, responsive, and thorough.
  • The crew cleans up thoroughly and leaves the property spotless.
  • Luke and the team communicate clearly and provide fair, transparent pricing.
  • Kenny Tree Inc. handles large, complex removals with efficiency and safety.
  • The service is reliable, fast, and affordable, with on-time arrivals.
  • The arborists are knowledgeable, skilled, and respectful of neighboring properties.
  • They go above and beyond, hauling away debris and offering practical advice.
  • The company earns strong recommendations from homeowners and HOAs.
  • They secure gates and protect fences and structures during work.
  • The overall experience is consistently positive, making Kenny Tree Service a trusted choice.

Cons

Based on reviews representing only 4% of total ratings

  • The reviewer notes that parts of the removed tree were left suspended in the air and the fence was damaged after the crew left.
  • The reviewer claims a Kenny Tree Inc. driver on I-5 drove unsafely, tailgating and cutting off other vehicles.
  • The reviewer reports a no-show for a scheduled job and says Kenny Tree never apologized or followed up.

Review Overview

Kenny Tree Inc. is best suited for residential owners with serious, high-stakes tree work, HOAs managing multiple large trees, or property owners on the edge of risk where timing and reliability matter. The service profile reads as a strong fit for properties where trees border structures, driveways, fences, or utility lines, and where projects may require exacting climbing, precise felling, or heavy pruning on tall conifers and aging specimens. Budgets trend toward competitive, value-driven pricing rather than premium boutique service, with many clients reporting “great price” or “reasonable bid” that still delivers thorough, professional work. Urgency is a hallmark: same-day site visits, rapid quotes, and quickly scheduled removals are repeatedly cited as a core strength, even for complex jobs across 3–4 acre lots or emergency storm concerns.

Safety and cleanup standards are non-negotiable with Kenny Tree, and the company earns trust by translating risk awareness into action. Climbing crews frequently employ rope systems and safety lines to manage hazardous drop zones, with trees lowered piece by piece when needed to protect surrounding fencing, vehicles, and structures. Case after case highlights precision work near property boundaries and outbuildings without collateral damage, often accompanied by meticulous cleanup that includes wood chipping, rounds stacked for use, stump grinding, and complete debris removal. The proof lies in the consistent emphasis on keeping yards tidy and secure, gates shut, debris hauled away, and neighborly boundaries respected, an essential measure for any homeowner wary of collateral damage during high-stakes removals.

Cleanup is not an afterthought but a defining feature of Kenny Tree’s delivery. Reviews abound praising yard restoration that outshines the pre-work condition: debris cleared, chips spread, rounds neatly stacked, and even neighbor yards protected when access required passing equipment. The crew’s ability to manage logistics in tight spaces or along property lines is frequently highlighted, especially when large limbs are maneuvered around fences or decks and the job finishes with a spotless site. Where a rare misstep appears, an operator potentially damaging infrastructure or leaving post-work evidence, the prevailing pattern is to remedy promptly with improved planning and communication. For most homeowners, this means fewer follow-ups and less spring-cleaning after a major job.

Pricing, quotes, and the booking process consistently favor Kenny Tree, though a cautious approach is warranted. The company regularly delivers prompt estimates, often the same day, without heavy sales pressure, and many clients note bids that are competitive or even cheaper than competing firms. The real value emerges in the linkage between quote and execution: on-time crews, well-coordinated teams, and crews that show up with the right equipment to complete tall removals or hedge restorations in a single or tandem sessions. A handful of reviews do report scheduling hiccups or no-shows, underscoring the importance of locking in a written schedule and maintaining clear lines of communication. In practical terms, prospective clients should confirm the exact start date, the crew lead, and the scope of work in writing to avoid gaps between estimate and reality.

Technical prowess and arborist-level judgment define Kenny Tree’s strongest outcomes. Luke, Micah, and Lloyd, along with Loren’s crew leadership, are repeatedly described as knowledgeable, communicative, and capable of explaining tree-health decisions in plain terms. Their work ranges from hazard mitigation, removing or pruning trees that threaten roofs, fences, or power lines, to restorative pruning that preserves the character of aging specimens while removing dead or dying wood. The emphasis on working with natural form rather than “butchering” trees marks a thoughtful, landscape-aware approach. For clients with heritage trees, oversized evergreens, or trees with sentimental value, Kenny Tree is a sound partner who can advise on whether to prune, thin, or remove while prioritizing long-term health and structural safety.

In sum, Kenny Tree Inc. stands out for property owners facing high-complexity tree work on sites where safety, accountability, and thorough cleanup matter most. It is a prudent choice for large residential lots, multi-tree removals near houses and utilities, HOA-managed landscapes, and urgent storm-related scenarios where speed cannot compromise safety. The pattern of responsive estimates, clear communication, and skilled, careful crews makes the company a dependable mainstay for the long view, preserving healthy trees where possible, and removing hazards with minimal disruption when necessary. Prospective clients should enter the process with a written plan, confirm the crew leads, and insist on a detailed cleanup-and-disposal outline. When these checks are in place, Kenny Tree delivers reliable, high-value service that keeps landscapes safe, healthy, and aesthetically intact.

Tree Services

Dead Tree Experience

Specialists in the safe removal of dead, dying, or diseased trees. Dead trees are unpredictable - experience and caution matter.

Dead-tree removals are a core capability, with crews quickly assessing hazards and removing dead or dying trees that threaten houses, fences, or power lines in Snohomish and nearby areas. In risky scenarios, they climb or use lowering techniques and safety lines to drop trees piece by piece, protecting adjacent structures and often preserving fences. Cleanup is consistently thorough—chips and wood hauled away, rounds stacked, and yards left clean as part of work near homes and HOA properties. They respond rapidly to emergencies and windstorm damage, frequently offering same-day or next-day quotes and swift scheduling. Customers credit clear communication, fair pricing, and reliable follow-through from estimation through completion. The team handles large-diameter trees on complex sites with precision, often removing multiple dead trees and grinding stumps while minimizing disruption to surrounding property.

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 a core capability, with crews routinely removing trees 80 to 120 feet tall on Snohomish-area properties. They handle trees near houses, fences, decks, and even utilities, often delivering a thorough cleanup and leaving adjacent structures undamaged—one job notes no scratches to the fence after removal. They tailor the method to the site, using skilled climbers to lower sections carefully or employing crane-assisted removal when needed to avoid collateral damage. Cleanup is thorough: chipped debris, rounds stacked, stumps ground, and wood hauled away, leaving the yard looking better than before. Clients consistently report fast, responsive estimates and scheduling, professional crews, and competitive pricing on large-tree projects.

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.

Near-structure work is a consistent hallmark of Kenny Tree Service’s operations across Snohomish, WA and neighboring communities. Customers repeatedly describe safe removal and pruning of trees that overhang houses, decks, gates, and fences, with crews taking care to protect nearby structures and landscaping. They regularly employ careful rigging and controlled lowering—often lowering branches piece by piece rather than using cranes—to avoid contact with roofs, windows, and utility lines, and they even secure gates and restore access as needed. The result is precise, neighborhood-friendly work with thorough cleanup and clear, responsive communication throughout the project.

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.

Arborists on staff provide on-site, health-focused tree assessments that customers rely on to decide between pruning, preservation, or removal. In Snohomish, WA, and the surrounding area, reviewers consistently note quick on-site evaluations (often same day) that cover entire properties and identify safety risks near homes, fences, and utilities. They explain tree health, species considerations (conifers, fruit trees, hedges), and offer clear, reasonable options with transparent pricing; free estimates are commonly provided. Feedback highlights careful planning to protect structures and yards, a strong emphasis on safety during hazardous removals, and thorough cleanup after work. The combination of ISA- and TRAQ-certified arborists, prompt response, and focus on customer education and value leads to repeat engagements for assessments and ongoing tree care.

Specialty Expertise

Fruit Tree Specialist

Experienced with the pruning, shaping, and care of fruit-bearing trees. The right cuts at the right time keep trees productive and healthy season after season.

Fruit-tree care is a standout capability in Snohomish, with customers noting precise pruning and beautiful shaping of fruit trees, including Gravenstein apple trees. ISA and TRAQ certified arborists on staff bring specialized expertise to prune, thin, and restore fruit trees, aiming for long-term health and productivity. Clients highlight careful work around houses and fences and thorough cleanup after pruning or removal of fruit-tree limbs. Across projects, from orchard maintenance to individual fruit trees, Kenny Tree Service is recognized for reliable, responsive service and fair pricing in the Snohomish area.

Emergency and Storm

Storm Cleanup

Ready to respond after high winds, ice storms, or heavy snow bring trees and limbs down across your property.

Storm cleanup is a core capability, with rapid response to wind-damaged trees and emergency situations across Snohomish and nearby communities. Customers consistently report fast on-site assessment and clear, fair bids, often provided quickly and followed by prompt scheduling to prevent further risk. In high‑risk scenarios near homes, fences, and utility lines, crews have used safety lines and careful lowering techniques to remove dangerous limbs without causing damage to structures. Removals routinely involve large, tall trees in tight spaces, handled with skill to protect nearby trees and property while eliminating the hazard. Cleanup is repeatedly thorough, with debris chipped and hauled away and yards returned to a clean, pre‑work condition. The ability to respond to storms is reinforced by 24/7 emergency services and strong communication, making Kenny Tree a trusted option for storm-related tree work in the Snohomish area.

24 Hour Emergency Response

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 24/7 capabilities are demonstrated by Kenny Tree Service through rapid responses to dangerous, storm-damaged trees in Snohomish and surrounding areas, often providing a same-day assessment and plan. In urgent scenarios near homes, fences, or infrastructure, crews quickly mobilize and perform removals—sometimes the same day as the call—and use careful lowering and safe techniques to minimize risk and collateral damage. Customers recall instances where responders arrived within hours during wind storms or when a tree threatened a house, including same-day action to clear a street-blocking pine and to perform safe, controlled removals with minimal impact. Cleanup is thorough and security is preserved after work, with crews ensuring gates are shut and the property left in good order, underscoring their readiness to handle emergencies as a top-priority service.

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 capability, with on-site assessments and bids often delivered the same day or within 24 hours of inquiry. Customer feedback repeatedly notes quick scheduling and prompt mobilization, with crews arriving on time and completing work within a short window. Even in emergency or storm-related scenarios around Snohomish, WA, they often respond the same day, sometimes within hours, to secure hazards, string safety lines, and remove dangerous trees. Cleanup is consistently thorough, with debris chipped, hauled away, and the site left tidy, sometimes with gates secured and areas cleaned up to neighboring yards. Overall, the pattern shows not only speed but reliable communication, fair pricing, and dependable availability, making Kenny Tree Service a trusted choice for rapid, safe tree work in Snohomish.

Credentials and Trust

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 on staff drive a diagnostic, health-first approach that comes through in customer patterns. Reviewers repeatedly highlight expert tree-health assessments, species-specific guidance, and clear recommendations such as selective removal or restorative pruning to preserve valuable trees, with names like Luke, Micah, and Loren associated with this expertise. They describe safe, near-structure and near-fence work performed by skilled climbers, precise cuts, and careful planning to minimize risk, underscored by thorough cleanup. Customers also note transparent communication, prompt estimates, and advisor-like support that helps decide between removal and preservation, reflecting adherence to professional arborist standards. Overall, the feedback shows the team delivering not just removals, but ongoing, health-focused arboriculture that prioritizes long-term tree health and safety.

Insured

Carries proper liability and workers' compensation insurance. If something goes wrong on your property, you're protected.

Bonded and insured, Kenny Tree demonstrates the capacity to take on high-risk removals near houses and fences with confidence. Customers repeatedly note safety lines, careful lowering techniques, and gate-secured work to protect homes, fences, and nearby utilities. They also provide rapid response for emergencies, prompt quotes, and thorough cleanup that leaves yards tidy and debris hauled away. Taken together, this insured status and demonstrated risk management underpin a reliable, accountable service trusted by Snohomish-area homeowners for hazardous or time-sensitive work.

Licensed

Holds all required state and local licenses to operate legally as a tree service. A basic but important box to check before hiring.

Licensed and insured, Kenny Tree demonstrates formal capability across removal, pruning, and emergency services with ISA- and TRAQ-certified arborists on staff, serving Snohomish and the surrounding area. Customer feedback patterns show a consistently professional, safety-minded crew that handles high-risk removals near homes and fences with care, and leaves properties clean with thorough debris cleanup. The company supports its licensed work with rapid estimates and scheduling, often providing free consultations and same-day or next-day responses for urgent or storm-related needs. Clients also value the arborists’ guidance on tree health and preservation, reflecting practiced expertise in diagnosing conditions and advising on the best long-term care.

Customer Experience

Free Estimates

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 routinely offered after an on-site assessment by Luke or Micah, with a free consultation that includes evaluating all trees on the property. After the site visit, customers commonly receive a quote very quickly—often the same day—described as extremely reasonable or within budget, sometimes offering multiple options (such as removing one tree or several). Documentation and communication are smooth: estimates are emailed or provided on-site, and the process is transparent and not pushy about additional work. Taken together, these free estimate interactions reflect a fast, thorough evaluation approach in Snohomish and surrounding areas, aligning with prompt scheduling, professional care, and thorough cleanup.

Affordable

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

Affordable pricing stands out in Snohomish and surrounding areas, with many customers noting bids that fit within their budget. Kenny Tree Service offers quick, free estimates and transparent quotes, and clients commonly report that the final price stayed within the quoted range or was among the best prices they received. Their capabilities span removing large trees, pruning and trimming fruit trees, storm cleanup, emergency services, and stump grinding, all delivered at competitive rates. Across experiences, the crew is efficient and careful, delivering thorough cleanup and leaving yards in better condition than before, even for high-risk removals during wind events.