Lake Stevens tree work is mostly big trees on sloped lots, many of them around the lake, where both the slope and the shoreline matter. Call (360) 503-0571 for a free estimate.
Trees we see in Lake Stevens
Douglas-fir, western red cedar and bigleaf maple are common around the lake and on hillsides, with alder and cottonwood near the water and in ravines. Many lakeside lots have large trees close to homes and docks.
Terrain and access
Sloped lots mean trees above or below the house and limited space to drop wood. Near the water, debris has to be kept out of the lake, and roots often help hold banks in place.
Wind, snow and storms
Winter storms bring wind across the open lake, and trees on lakeshore edges catch it with little protection. Saturated hillsides add to the risk of uprooting.
Tree services in Lake Stevens
- Tree Removal: hazard, dead, leaning and unwanted trees taken down safely, whole or in sections.
- Emergency Storm & Tree Service: trees down on houses, cars, driveways and roads after wind, snow and ice.
- Land Clearing: lots, acreage, pasture and building sites cleared of trees, brush and blackberry.
- Stump Grinding & Brush Removal: stumps ground or pulled, brush piles and debris cleaned up and hauled.
Permits and regulated trees
Lake Stevens is a regulated shoreline, so tree removal within shoreline jurisdiction (generally within 200 feet of the lake) usually needs review by the City of Lake Stevens. Steep slopes and streams are regulated too. We’ll point out what to check before work starts.
Frequently asked questions
Can you remove a tree near the lake?
Often, but trees near the shoreline are usually regulated, and you may need city approval first. We’ll look at it and explain what we think will need review.
Can you take down a tree uphill from my house?
Yes. Trees above structures are planned carefully, usually taken down in sections and lowered with rigging. We’ll explain how it would come down before we quote.
Do you keep debris out of the lake?
Yes. On lakefront jobs we plan the work so wood, limbs and sawdust stay out of the water.
Areas we cover around Lake Stevens
We cover the whole Lake Stevens area including Hartford, Frontier Village and the surrounding hillside neighborhoods.
Nearby: Everett, Marysville, Snohomish, Monroe.
We also do excavation. Baxter’s also handles site prep, gravel driveways, grading, drainage and demolition. See baxterexcavation.com for our excavation services.
Get a free tree estimate
Call (360) 503-0571 or email BaxtersTreeServices@gmail.com. Tell us where the tree is, what’s near it and what you want done, and we’ll set up a time to look at it.