Seattle’s Trusted Tree Service & ISA Certified Arborist Team
Professional tree removal, pruning, arborist reporting, and stump grinding across Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, and Kent. Fully licensed, insured, and backed by ISA Certified Arborists with decades of experience.
🥇 Your Local, Full-Service Tree Experts
Sound Tree Care LLC is a family-run tree service led by ISA Certified Arborist Eric Ledford, who brings over 20 years of professional climbing, rigging, and advanced tree-care expertise. Together with arborists Dana Ledford and AJ Flanagan, our team delivers safe, code-compliant, and environmentally responsible tree services for homeowners, HOAs, property managers, and contractors across the Puget Sound.
We combine expert climbing skills, ANSI A300 standards, and industry-leading equipment to complete every job safely and efficiently.
🌿Our Core Tree Care Services
Sound Tree Care LLC provides expert tree services across Seattle, Tacoma, Kent, Bellevue, and surrounding areas throughout King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties. Our experienced team specializes in safe, efficient tree removal, tree cutting, and tree felling for both residential and commercial properties.
We also offer professional tree trimming, structural pruning, and vista pruning to improve views. For overgrown landscapes, we handle hedge trimming, shrub pruning, and full stump grinding and removal.
Our full-service offerings include land clearing, field mowing, ivy and blackberry removal, and 24/7 emergency tree services. We’re fully licensed, insured, and staffed with ISA Certified Arborists who provide arborist reports, Tree Protection Zone (TPZ) setup, and code-compliant tree care for permitting and development projects.
👉 Serving homeowners,
property managers, HOAs, contractors, and municipalities across Western Washington with reliable, affordable, and professional tree care.
🌳🪓Tree Removal
Safe, controlled removals performed by ISA Certified Arborists, including hazardous trees, storm-damaged trees, and code-compliant removals in regulated jurisdictions. 👉 Learn more about tree removal »
✂️🌲 Tree Trimming & Pruning – Healthy, Safe, Beautiful Trees
ANSI A300-compliant pruning for structure, health, safety, and clearance — including canopy reduction, crown cleaning, and building/roadway clearances.
👉 Explore tree trimming and pruning »
🔍📄 Arborist Reports, Permitting & Tree Code Compliance
Professional arborist reports for permits, construction, tree risk assessments, and municipal compliance. Written by certified arborists with deep regional expertise.
⚠️🌪️ Emergency Tree Services – 24/7 Fast Response
24/7 rapid response for storm damage, hazardous trees, and high-risk situations impacting property or safety.
✂️🌿 Hedge Trimming – Clean, Sharp, Professional Results
Clean, detailed hedge trimming and shaping for privacy hedges, HOA landscapes, and estate properties.
🪵🌀 Stump Grinding and Root Removal
Fast, clean stump removal with professional-grade equipment — perfect for replanting, construction prep, or improving curb appeal.
🌱🚜 Land Clearing & Brush Removal – Ready for What’s Next
Efficient clearing for new construction, property cleanup, and wildfire risk reduction.
Professional Work Backed by Certified Expertise
All work completed by Sound Tree Care is performed or supervised by ISA Certified Arborists. Our services follow ANSI Z133 safety standards and ANSI A300 pruning guidelines to ensure proper arboricultural care, long-term tree health, and compliance with Seattle and King County regulations.
Written by Dana Ledford, ISA Certified Arborist & Permitting and Compliance Specialist
Dana Ledford
Office Manager
Elevates operations, maintains client satisfaction, and ensures administrative compliance for Sound Tree Care LLC.
This page was written by Dana Ledford, an ISA Certified Arborist and Sound Tree Care’s permitting and compliance specialist. Dana manages construction-related arborist reports, permitting workflows, and municipal code compliance for cities throughout the Puget Sound region. She has deep expertise in protected tree regulations, ECA requirements, and pre-application guidance for homeowners and builders.
🔍See Where Sound Tree Care Has Made a Difference
From emergency storm removals to precision pruning and long-term tree care, Sound Tree Care LLC proudly serves communities across the Puget Sound region. Our interactive project map showcases real job locations completed by our ISA Certified Arborists — each one representing a satisfied customer and a job done right.
Explore the map to see our commitment to safety, precision, and professional arboricultural care throughout your neighborhood.
🌍 Serving Seattle & the Greater Puget Sound Region
Sound Tree Care LLC provides expert tree services across Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia, and surrounding communities throughout King, Pierce, and Thurston Counties. Whether you live in a dense Seattle neighborhood or on a larger rural property, our team is trained and equipped to handle both residential and commercial tree care with precision.
We’re proud to be a trusted provider for homeowners, HOAs, property managers, contractors, and small businesses across the Puget Sound.
📍 Seattle Neighborhoods We Serve
📍North Seattle:
- Green Lake
- Northgate
- Maple Leaf
- Wedgewood
- Lake City
- Roosevelt
- Haller Lake
- Broadview
- Licton Springs
📍Central Seattle:
- Capitol Hill
- Madison Valley
- Madrona
- Central District
- First Hill
- Montlake
- Eastlake
- Yesler Terrace
📍West Seattle:
- West Seattle
- Admiral
- Alki
- Delridge
- Fauntleroy
- High Point
- Arbor Heights
- Highland Park
📍Northwest Seattle:
- Ballard
- Old Ballard
- Loyal Heights
- Sunset Hill
- Crown Hill
- Phinney Ridge
- Greenwood
- Blue Ridge
- North Beach
📍South Seattle:
- Beacon Hill
- Rainier Valley
- Rainier Beach
- Seward Park
- Columbia City
- Mount Baker
- New Holly
📍Downtown & Surrounding:
- Queen Anne
- Belltown
- South Lake Union
- Pioneer Square
- Denny Triangle
- International District
🗺️ Communities We Proudly Serve Around Seattle
In addition to Seattle, Sound Tree Care LLC proudly supports homeowners, HOAs, and property managers throughout the greater Puget Sound region. From the Eastside foothills to the South Sound and island communities, our team provides expert tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and arborist services tailored to each area's unique landscape, tree species, and local city code requirements. Explore the list below to see if we serve your neighborhood.
📍 Bellevue Area:
📍Eastside & Foothills:
📍South King County:
- Renton
- Kent
- Auburn
- Federal Way
- Tukwila
- SeaTac
- Des Moines
- Burien
- Normandy Park
📍Seattle & North End:
- Seattle (all neighborhoods)
- Shoreline
📍Island Communities:
🌿Tree Service Project Gallery – Professional Tree Removal, Pruning & Hedge Trimming Across Greater Seattle
Explore real-world examples of our professional tree services in action. From hazardous tree removals and emergency storm response to precision pruning and hedge trimming, Sound Tree Care LLC delivers high-quality results across the Greater Seattle Area — including West Seattle, Tacoma, Federal Way, and surrounding Puget Sound communities.
Every project in this gallery reflects our commitment to safety, property protection, and expert arboricultural care. All work is performed by ISA Certified Arborists following ANSI-A300 standards and local municipal code requirements.
📸 Browse the gallery to see how we’re helping homeowners and property managers maintain safe, healthy, and beautiful trees throughout the Puget Sound region.
🏆 Our Awards, Certifications & Professional Recognition
Sound Tree Care LLC is consistently recognized as one of the top-rated tree service companies in Seattle and Western Washington. Our ISA Certified Arborists have earned industry and community recognition for safe tree removals, precise pruning, expert tree risk assessments, and full compliance with Seattle and King County tree regulations.
We’ve been featured and highly rated across trusted platforms including Yelp, Google, HomeAdvisor, Angi, and Expertise.com — with over 150 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ reviews from homeowners, HOAs, and property managers. Our team also maintains professional certifications with SDOT and SDCI, reflecting our commitment to safe, legal, and code-compliant tree care.
We’re honored to be one of Seattle’s most trusted and reliable names in professional arborist services.
Licensed • Insured • ISA Certified • Locally Trusted Since 2018
💬 Tree Service FAQs — Answers from Certified Arborists
Whether you're dealing with hazardous limbs, storm-damaged trees, or seasonal pruning, our ISA Certified Arborists are here to help. These FAQs cover the most common questions homeowners ask us across Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, and the greater Puget Sound region.
If you don’t see your question here, just reach out — we’re happy to assist.
❓How much does tree removal cost in Washington?
Learn about Tree Removal CostsTree removal typically ranges from $500–$3,500+ depending on size, location, proximity to structures, and risk factors. Seattle and King County removals often require hazard evaluation or code compliance work.
➡️We provide free quotes with an on-site arborist assessment.
❓Do I need a permit to remove a tree?
In most Seattle, Shoreline, Burien, and Bellevue locations — yes, a permit may be required.
We help you determine whether your tree falls under:
- Significant tree regulations
- ECA/steep-slope rules
- Emergency exemptions
- SDOT/SDCI street tree rules
➡️ We handle tree codes and permitting for you.
❓Are you licensed and insured?
Absolutely. Sound Tree Care LLC is:
- Licensed in Washington
- Fully insured for residential and commercial properties
- Staffed with ISA Certified Arborists and TRAQ Qualified tree risk assessors
➡️ Insurance documents available on request.
❓What areas do you serve?
We serve Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Kent, Tacoma, Olympia, and most Greater Puget Sound communities.
❓What’s the difference between trimming and pruning?
Trimming = cosmetic shaping
Pruning = professional ANSI A300-standard cuts that improve structure, safety, and long-term tree health
➡️ All pruning is performed or supervised by certified arborists.
❓Do you offer emergency tree removal?
Yes. We provide 24/7 emergency service for storm damage, fallen trees, blocked driveways, and high-risk situations.
➡️ Call us anytime — emergency line always open.
❓Can you help with invasive plants like ivy or blackberries?
✂️Yes — we offer blackberry clearing, English ivy removal, brush clearing, and small-scale land restoration.
🔒 Licensed, Insured & Safety-Compliant Tree Care
At Sound Tree Care LLC, safety and legal compliance are built into every job we perform. Our ISA Certified Arborists follow strict ANSI Z133 safety standards and ISA Best Management Practices to deliver fully protected, code-compliant tree care.
Our Credentials & Compliance
- 🪪 Washington State Licensed Contractor
- 🛡️ Fully Insured — Liability & Workers’ Compensation
- 🌲 ISA Certified Arborists & TRAQ Qualified
- 🏛 SDOT & SDCI-Compliant for Seattle Right-of-Way Work
- 📝 Written Proposals, Documentation & Permitting Support
- ⚙️ Safe Work Procedures for Removal, Rigging & Aerial Operations
You deserve safe, professional tree care that protects your home, your family, and your investment — every single time.
Reviewed by Eric Ledford, ISA Certified Arborist Tree Risk Assessor
Eric Ledford
Operations Manager
Founder, Sound Tree Care LLC ISA Certified Arborist (PN-9290A) Qualified Tree Risk Assessor (TRAQ) NUCA DigSafe Certified
This content has been reviewed by Eric Ledford, ISA Certified Arborist (PN-9290A) and TRAQ Qualified Tree Risk Assessor. Eric verifies that all recommendations reflect current ISA best management practices, ANSI A300 standards, and applicable municipal tree regulations in the Puget Sound region.
🌲 Ready for Expert Tree Removal, Pruning & Arborist Services? Let’s Get Started.
Whether you need emergency tree removal, routine pruning, arborist reports, help with permits, or guidance on Seattle’s tree codes, Sound Tree Care LLC is here to help. Our ISA Certified Arborists deliver safe, reliable, and code-compliant tree care throughout Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma, Renton, and the surrounding Puget Sound region.
Why Homeowners & Property Managers Trust Us
- 🌱 Prevent costly tree problems — protect your home and landscape with professional care.
- 💵 Free, No-Obligation Estimates
- 🪪 Fully Licensed & Insured in Washington State
- 🏙️ Seattle Registered Tree Service Provider
- ⭐ 5-Star Rated on Google, Yelp & Facebook
- 🎖️ ISA Certified Arborists, TRAQ-Qualified
- 🧭 Locally trusted since 2018
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