Monkeyman’s provides ISA Certified tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and emergency response for residential and commercial properties throughout Cedar Mill, OR. Portland’s award-winning arborist team — locally trusted and CCB Licensed since 2008.
Local Experts. Licensed & Insured.
Cedar Mill, OR is known for its cedar trees of course! However, the average homeowner doesn’t know the pathogens or environmental impacts that are devastating cedar trees throughout Oregon and the Pacific Northwest. For example, a non-native pathogen Phytophthora lateralis, is rotting the roots of the Port-Orford-Cedar. As for the beautiful Western redcedars “Thuja plicata” our longer, hotter, and dryer summers are killing these trees which usually thrive in a cool moist Douglas-fir forest. Thankfully, our expert consultants have over 45 years of experience and can diagnose any pathogen or potential danger to your family or property.
Our arborists are all certified and adhere to the ISA. Monkeyman’s Tree Service specializes in tree removal, tree pruning, and plant health care. Our company is also fully licensed and insured as we care about safety and security. Our friendly professionals do the job right the first time, don’t wait to call for a free estimate or any questions you may have.
Service Areas
Our tree removal and tree care teams can be found all over many Areasproviding the best in tree services, from the ground up.
Common Tree Removal Scenarios
A dead tree is one that has lost its living tissue and structural strength. Among Cedar Mill’s heavy tree cover, a dead tree is a real hazard as it decays and threatens nearby homes.
Dead trees also spread pests and rot to the dense canopy around them.
As unincorporated land, dead-tree removal on private property generally needs no city permit, so Monkeyman’s can handle it cleanly.
An overgrown tree is a healthy tree that has outgrown its space. Cedar Mill’s dense canopy means trees frequently crowd homes and utilities.
The owner is responsible for safe removal when a tree endangers property.
Monkeyman’s handles overgrown removals and advises whether pruning resolves it.
A diseased tree carries an infection that weakens it from within. The wooded, damp setting fuels root rot, heart rot, and Verticillium wilt, especially in firs.
These infections are hard to detect early and spread easily in dense stands.
Monkeyman’s ISA Certified Arborists diagnose, contain, and remove trees beyond saving.
A storm-damaged tree has been cracked, split, or uprooted by wind, ice, or debris. Cedar Mill’s mature trees are vulnerable to storm damage.
More than 50% crown loss usually means removal, though resilient trees often survive.
Monkeyman’s evaluates whether a tree can recover before recommending removal.
Emergency tree removal is the 24/7 response needed when a tree has fallen, or threatens to, onto a home, vehicle, or power line.
In tight, wooded settings, Monkeyman’s uses crane support through Smith Crane for hazardous removals.
When a tree falls on your Cedar Mill property, we respond day or night.
View clearing is the selective removal or pruning of trees that block a scenic sightline. Cedar Mill’s tree cover often blocks otherwise good views.
The work opens the sightline while preserving the canopy that defines the area.
Monkeyman’s selectively clears the trees in the way while protecting your remaining trees.
Lot clearing is the systematic removal of trees and brush to prepare a site for building. Cedar Mill’s wooded lots require careful clearing.
Trees that can’t be felled directly are removed in sections.
Monkeyman’s handles residential and commercial sites, working efficiently even on heavily treed parcels.
Why Choose Monkeyman’s
Homeowners in Cedar Mill trust Monkeyman’s Tree Service for reliable tree care, safe workmanship, and professional service that protects their property.
We follow a simple process to deliver safe, efficient, and professional tree care.
STEP 01
Free estimate
STEP 02
Site inspection
STEP 03
Service recommendation
STEP 04
Safe work
STEP 05
Full cleanup
STEP 06
Final review
FAQ
In most cases, yes. You will need a permit to remove a tree in the city of Portland.
Click here to find permits by city.
During your estimate, we will evaluate your trees and discuss the scope of work – whether that involves removal, pruning, or plant healthcare. We’ll assess the condition of your tree(s), surrounding terrain, accessibility, and any equipment that may be required to safely complete your project.
We will then provide a detailed estimate outlining the recommended services and total cost. Our team is always available to answer questions, provide clarification, and help you fully understand your proposal so you can make an informed decision about how to proceed.
Yes. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured for both residential and commercial tree work.
We are happy to provide a Certificate of Insurance (COI) upon request. You may also verify our licensing through the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) by searching our license number: #206934.
The cost of a tree removal can vary based on several factors, including the size and species of the tree, its condition, location, and accessibility. We also consider what’s surrounding the tree – such as structures, landscaping, or utilities – that may require protection and more advanced rigging techniques or specialized equipment.
Because every project is unique, we perform on-site inspections before providing an estimate. This allows us to deliver pricing that is accurate, transparent, and tailored to the specific scope of work.
An 80ft tree sandwiched between two homes on a cliff side containing 18 bees nests is going to cost a bit more than a 10ft apple tree in the middle of a field (and no bee nests).
The time it takes to remove a tree depends on many of the same factors that influence cost, including the size and species of the tree, its condition, location, and accessibility.
Many smaller or more straightforward removals can be completed in can be removed, chipped, and hauled away in 3-6 hours, while larger or more complex removals may take a day or two.
Either way, we’ll provide you with a clear timeframe for your specific project so you know what to expect before work begins.
Real Stories, Real Satisfaction
From emergency removals to expert pruning, our customers trust Monkeyman’s Tree Service for fast, friendly, and flawless results—every time.
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