Tree removal around Lakewood's lakes and neighborhoods
Lakewood has some of the most mature tree canopy in the South Sound. Homes around American Lake, Lake Steilacoom, Gravelly Lake and Waughop Lake near Fort Steilacoom Park often have very large Douglas firs and deciduous trees that have been growing for generations. Waterfront access, docks, boathouses and steep banks can make these jobs tricky — we plan how every piece of wood comes down before the first cut.
Away from the water, neighborhoods like Oakbrook, Tillicum and the areas around the Lakewood Towne Center have their own challenges: older trees between houses, branches over roofs and roots lifting driveways and walkways.
Know your trees: Garry oaks and more
Lakewood is known for its Oregon white oaks (also called Garry oaks), Washington's only native oak. Other trees common in Lakewood include:
- Douglas fir — the tallest trees on many lots, sometimes leaning toward the water.
- Bigleaf maple — large, spreading and prone to limb failure.
- Western red cedar — often stressed by summer drought.
- Ornamental trees planted decades ago that have outgrown their space.
Storm damage and emergency help
Wind that builds across open water can hit lakeside trees hard. If a storm leaves a tree on your house, across a driveway or hung up in another tree, call our 24/7 emergency line. If anything is touching a power line, stay back and call the utility first.
Why choose Lincoln Logging
We are a family-owned, licensed and insured tree service. Every job starts with a consultation and a free quote, and we clean up thoroughly. Sometimes a tree can be saved with pruning or wind sailing instead of removal — if that's the better option for you, we'll say so.
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