Bellevue Permit Center
425-452-4898
permits@bellevuewa.gov
Trusted Tree Service in Bellevue, WA
Looking for reliable tree care in Bellevue? At Sound Tree Care, we provide safe, professional, and affordable solutions — from tree removal and trimming to stump grinding and hedge pruning. Our certified arborists serve homeowners and businesses throughout Bellevue with prompt, expert service tailored to the region’s unique tree care needs.
Whether you need emergency tree removal, seasonal maintenance, or expert advice from a local arborist, we’re here to help. With a focus on safety, health, and customer satisfaction, we make your trees — and your property — look their best year-round.
🌲 Why Choose Our Bellevue Tree Experts
At Sound Tree Care, we’re more than just another tree service in Bellevue — we’re your local partners in keeping your property safe, healthy, and beautiful. Here’s why homeowners and businesses across Bellevue trust our certified arborists:
🧑🌾 Certified, Experienced Arborists
Our team includes ISA-certified arborists with deep knowledge of Bellevue’s tree species, climate, and city regulations. We bring precision and professionalism to every job.
🏡 Locally Trusted, Community-Focused
We’ve built our reputation in Bellevue through honest service, fast response times, and reliable results. Check out our 5-star reviews from your neighbors!
🪚 Full-Service Tree Care
From emergency tree removal and seasonal trimming to stump grinding and hedge pruning, we provide all-in-one solutions with expert care.
🦺 Safety First, Always
Tree work can be dangerous — we follow strict safety protocols and use top-of-the-line equipment to protect your property and our team.
💬 Free Estimates & Transparent Pricing
No pushy sales tactics — just honest, upfront quotes. We make it easy to understand what your tree service will cost and what’s included.
Bellevue Tree Services
At Bellevue, WA we offer tree removal, tree cutting and tree felling; tree trimming, vista pruning and tree pruning; hedge trimming, shrub trimming and bush trimming; tree stump grinding and tree stump removal; land clearing, field mowing, ivy removal and blackberry removal; emergency tree work; arborist reporting, tree protection zone installation and code compliance.
Bellevue hedge trimming, shrub trimming and bush trimming services! Hedges and shrubs need regular care to look their best. Sound Tree Care LLC is a local expert in hedge trimming. Rely on us to keep your hedges safe and looking great!
Bellevue tree trimming and tree pruning standard services include coppicing, crown cleaning, deadwood removal, thinning, raising, reduction, restoration, retrenchment, subordination, orchard pruning, vista creation, and aesthetic pruning.
Over time trees can grow and restrict views. Our team can safely reduce and remove branches to restore the vista. Vista Pruning is a must have service to clear your views.
Bellevue Stump Grinding and Stump Removal
Bellevue tree stump grinding and tree stump removal services. We are staffed with two NUCA Dig Safe certified employees to ensure best digging practices are followed.
Excavations deeper than 12" require a locate request and 48 hour waiting period.
Bellevue Land Clearing
Offering Brush Removal, Ivy Removal, Blackberry Removal, Tractor Mowing, Brush Hogging and Field Mowing. If you have brush on your Bellevue property that need to be removed, or if you're looking to clear land for a new project, it's important to hire a professional tree removal and land clearing service.
Bellevue Emergency Tree Removal
Emergency tree removal and cleanup is a specialized aspect of tree care. It presents all sorts of unique problems for us to solve. Our experienced staff can assess your situation and execute the resolution in a safe and timely manner. Our goal is to get you safely back on track fast!
Bellevue Tree Cabling
Tree cabling is the general term that describes a variety of support systems. Support systems are ideal ways to strengthen trees and reduce risks. We offer dynamic Cobra support systems, static steel cable with stoppers, 1/2" thru bolt braces, and custom-built guys, braces and props. When possible, we strive to improve safety of your Bellevue trees by installing support systems.
Bellevue Tree Removal
Looking for expert Bellevue tree removal? Our team specializes in tree removal Bellevue residents trust for safety, efficiency, and compliance.
Our Tree Removal Bellevue Services:
✔ Bellevue tree removal for residential & commercial properties
✔ Tree cutting, felling & hazard tree removal
✔ Close-quarters tree removal & wood haul-away
✔ Voted Best Tree Removal Company in Seattle – 2023
Bellevue Consulting Arborist
Need an arborist in Bellevue for tree reports, risk assessments, or compliance? Our ISA Certified Arborist provides expert consulting to protect trees and meet local regulations.
Arborist Bellevue Services:
✔ Arborist Reports for permitting & development
✔ Tree Risk Assessments & hazard evaluations
✔ Critical Root Zone & Tree Protection Zone setup
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Arborist chip delivery for soil health
✔ Bellevue tree protection & compliance review
Ensure your project stays on track with a trusted Bellevue arborist.
Serving Bellevue Neighborhoods
From the lakeside homes of West Bellevue to the tree-lined streets of Lake Hills and Newport, Sound Tree Care proudly serves every corner of the city. Our team understands the unique tree care needs of Bellevue’s diverse neighborhoods — whether it’s storm cleanup in Somerset, precision pruning in Bridle Trails, or full tree removal in Eastgate.
We bring fast, professional service to:
- ✅ West Bellevue
- ✅ Lake Hills
- ✅ Newport
- ✅ Somerset
- ✅ Bridle Trails
- ✅ Eastgate
- ✅ Woodridge
- ✅ Wilburton
- ✅ Crossroads and beyond
Wherever you’re located in Bellevue, our certified arborists are ready to help with reliable, top-rated tree service tailored to your property.
🏛️ Bellevue Tree Removal Rules: What You Need to Know
Before you remove or cut down a tree in Bellevue, it’s important to understand the city’s tree code. The City of Bellevue has strict tree protection laws to preserve the urban forest and ensure safe, responsible tree work. Here’s a simplified overview of what Bellevue residents need to know:
📜 Do I Need a Permit to Remove a Tree in Bellevue?
In many cases, yes — especially for larger or significant trees. You may need a tree removal permit if:
- 🌳 You're removing a landmark tree (24”+ in diameter, 20'+ tall)
- 🌳 You plan to cut more than five significant trees (8”+ diameter)
- 🌳 Your property is in a critical area, native growth protection area, or vegetation buffer
- 🏢 Your property is commercial or multifamily zoned
- 🚧 The tree is on public property or city right-of-way
- 🏡 Your lot is in the R-1 zone in Bridle Trails
⚠️ Topping, pruning, or removing public trees without permission is illegal.
📜 Do I Need a Permit to Remove a Tree in Bellevue?
In many cases, yes — especially for larger or significant trees. You may need a tree removal permit if:
🌳 You're removing a landmark tree (24”+ in diameter, 20'+ tall)
🌳 You plan to cut more than five significant trees (8”+ diameter)
🌳 Your property is in a critical area, native growth protection area, or vegetation buffer
🏢 Your property is commercial or multifamily zoned
🚧 The tree is on public property or city right-of-way
🏡 Your lot is in the R-1 zone in Bridle Trails
⚠️ Topping, pruning, or removing public trees without permission is illegal
Questions regarding tree removal on private property in Bellevue?
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📌 Tree Retention Requirements
The city aims to balance new development with mature tree preservation. Bellevue’s Land Use Code (LUC 20.20.900) sets standards for retaining trees during:
- New home or building construction
- Major remodels or additions
- Lot changes, new driveways, and parking area updates
- Subdivisions and short plats
Developers and homeowners must plan for tree retention and may be required to replace any removed trees. tree retention guidelines.
ISA Certified Arborists at Bellevue
ISA Certified Arborists and ISA Qualifed Tree Risk Assessors are available to help with your Bellevue area tree care needs. Common issues Bellevue urban arborists can help with are:
- Tree care services
- Tree risk assessment
- Tree disease treatment
- Tree Cabling and support systems
- Hedge trimming, hedge shearing and hedge removal
- Tree fertilization
- Tree pest control
- Tree species identification
- Invasive species management
Ready for Expert Tree Services in Bellevue?
When it comes to tree service Bellevue WA, you deserve nothing but the best. Sound Tree Care provides top-notch tree removal Bellevue, tree trimming Bellevue, and expert arborist Bellevue services to keep your landscape looking its best.
📢 Call us today at 206-486-7790 for a FREE estimate or complete our online form to schedule your Bellevue tree service. Our certified arborists are ready to help with everything from routine trimming to complex tree removal.
Let Sound Tree Care be your trusted partner for all your Bellevue tree service needs!
