Tree fallen on your Issaquah home? Tree removal experts help with storm damage.

Eastside Tree Works offers 24/7 emergency response to homeowners and businesses in the Issaquah Washington area.

We’ll arrive at your location with all the necessary tools and equipment to clear the tree as quickly and safely as possible. Call for your no-obligation free estimate today.

What you need to know about tree removal in Issaquah

Issaquah is known for its forested hillsides so in order to protect the trees; the city has passed amendments to regulate tree removal for homeowners and commercial property. Not all apply to homeowners so here’s what you need to know about removing trees on your Issaquah property.

All tree removals need to have a tree removal form filled out and filed with the City of Issaquah (please note-this is not a tree removal permit). The number of significant trees that can be removed using the cost-free tree removal form depends on the size of your lot.

• Up to 10,000 square feet: 2 significant trees are allowed in 1 year
• 10,001 to 20,000 square feet: 4 significant trees are allowed in 1 year
• Over 20,001 square feet: 6 significant trees are allowed in 1 year

Criteria for granting a tree permit

• Tree is found to be hazardous (requires Tree Risk Report from ISA Certified Arborist).
• Tree is damaging to structures.
• Blocking solar panels.
• When forest thinning will benefit the standing trees.

Issaquah tree services

• 24-hour emergency response
• Tree removal
• Crane tree removal
• Fine pruning
• Windsail reductions
• Crown thinning/reduction
• Deadwood removal
• Thinning for light
• Stump grinding
• Brush clearing
• Hazard tree evaluations
• Tree preservation
• Certified arborists

When is a tree removal permit required?

A permit is needed if the tree has a DBH of 30 inches or larger, is located within a greenbelt, native growth protection area, common area, right of way or owned by the city or if you are removing more than the allowed amount of trees.

Questions about removal?

For more information, contact the Issaquah City Arborist (Allen Haywood) at 425-837-3365 or call Development Services at 425-837-3080.

Fees may apply in some cases

• Tree Removal Form (single family only) No Fee
• Tree Removal Form: retroactive $60
• Tree Removal Permit (commercial and multi-family or single family) $240
• Tree Removal Permit: retroactive $480
• Tree Removal Permit: Hazardous Trees No Fee

Tree services by certified arborists

With over 100 years of experience in the industry, our crews handle all tree-related problems, from removal of diseased trees to pruning to stump grinding to tree assessment. Our certified arborists follow pruning standards set by the ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) to keep your trees healthy.

Dependable and trustworthy

Locally owned and family operated, Eastside has a staff of tree professionals and certified arborists who deliver quality service at competitive prices.

If you’re looking for a reliable company that will show up when scheduled and complete the job in a timely fashion, than we’re the company for you.

Did you know pruning can limit damage from storms?

That’s right. Regular pruning of trees can minimize the chance of branches breaking during a windstorm or bringing the entire tree down.

Crown thinning allows wind to blow through the branches, which reduces resistance and lowers the chance of damage caused by breaking branches.