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Federal Way regulates significant trees (12" DBH or greater in most zones) under FWRC 19.120. Permits are required for removal in most residential and commercial zones, and any tree removal in critical areas requires a written arborist report.
An ISA Certified Arborist from Pacific Arboriculture reviews each property during the free on-site estimate and confirms whether a permit, critical area review, or written arborist report is required before any cutting starts.
Direct line for Federal Way: City of Federal Way Community Development: 253-835-2607 · Federal Way permit page
"Jared and his crew arrived a few minutes ahead of schedule and were very professional. Jared was great in answering questions and listening while explaining how much to cut off the trees. He pruned both the Magnolia and Pine tree. An enormous limb the size of the trunk broke off the Pine during a storm. Jared was able to clean up the jagged break to prevent disease and insects entering the tree, along with pruning some limbs and removing all the dead branches. The trees now look awesome — Pacific Arboriculture comes highly recommended."
"Great experience from start to finish. Fast response with a solid bid soon after calling. Brandon and the rest of the crew removed a couple of trees, ground a stump, and did some awesome work pruning a paper bark, maple, and black pine (which included the rescue of a baby raccoon). That nasty looking pine now looks absolutely amazing. Great job with cleanup to top it off. Highly recommend."
"A large project consisting of 9 trees with work ranging from stump grinding, pruning, and fruit tree care. Every step of the process was amazing. It is very telling how passionate everyone is about tree health. So much learned along the way. The team was thorough with everything and surprisingly detailed with the cleanup — not a leaf or twig was left behind. Pacific Arboriculture will be the call for future tree work, and Caren's dad plans on hiring them too."
Pacific Arboriculture is a locally owned tree care company serving Federal Way. Crews, trucks, and equipment are dispatched locally to keep response times fast and service local. Pacific Arboriculture has been climbing, pruning, and removing trees across South King and North Pierce counties since 2019 with Federal Way as a core service area.
Federal Way spreads across rolling uplands between Puget Sound and the Green River valley. Big second-growth Douglas-fir fills the interior neighborhoods around Steel Lake and West Campus, while bluff-edge lots near Twin Lakes, Marine Hills, and Dash Point take salt-laden wind straight off the water. That combination produces a lot of windthrow and heavy limb failure once the fall and winter storms arrive.
As Federal Way’s trusted local tree care resource, the Pacific Arboriculture team of ISA Certified Arborists, TRAQ-qualified professionals, and NCCCO-certified crane operators delivers science-backed solutions and hands-on expertise. From safe removals to long-term health management, Federal Way residents and businesses get peace of mind and healthy landscapes—season after season.
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Whether you’re looking to remove a dangerous tree, maintain your landscape, or get a certified arborist’s assessment, Pacific Arboriculture is ready to help.
Call (206) 909‑2170 to schedule or request your free quote today.
Most Federal Way tree removals fall between $500 and $2,500 depending on tree size, access, proximity to structures or power lines, and whether stump grinding is included. Very large conifers, crane-assisted removals, or trees in tight backyards may run higher. We give every Federal Way homeowner a free written estimate and full inspection by an ISA Certified Arborist no surprises, no pressure.
Yes. Pacific Arboriculture crews are led by International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborists — meaning every prune, diagnosis, and removal follows recognized professional standards (ANSI A300 for pruning, ANSI Z133 for safety). Learn more about our ISA certifications.
We’re also fully licensed in Washington (LIC# PACIFA*813KG), bonded, and carrying general liability and workers’ compensation insurance. We’ll happily share our certificate of insurance on request before any work begins.
Yes — we respond to emergency tree calls in Federal Way 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. If a tree is on a structure, blocking access, or contacting power lines, call (206) 909-2170 immediately and stay clear of the area until we arrive.
Most deciduous trees prune best in late winter (January–March) when they’re dormant. Conifers can be pruned year-round, typically late summer for view work. Fruit trees do best in late winter before bud break. Hazard, structural, and emergency pruning, of course, can be done any time.
If tree removal is planned on a Federal Way property, it is good practice to check with the city before getting started. Federal Way regulates tree removal and retention under FWRC 19.120, and several situations require city approval first:
Absolutely. Our ISA arborists perform formal tree and shrub risk assessments for Federal Way homeowners, HOAs, real-estate transactions, and property managers. You’ll get a written report with photos, a risk rating, and recommended actions. Useful for permits, insurance, and lender requirements.
Yes — we bring stump grinders to most Federal Way removals and can usually grind the stump the same day, 6–12 inches below grade so you can replant, re-sod, or pour concrete on top.
Call (206) 909-2170 or use our online quote form. We typically schedule Federal Way estimates within 1–3 business days — same day for emergencies. Estimates are always free, written, and no-pressure.
Federal Way regulates significant trees (12″ DBH or greater in most zones) under FWRC 19.120. Permits are required for removal in most residential and commercial zones, and any tree removal in critical areas requires a written arborist report.
Yes — Federal Way requires a written ISA Certified Arborist report for tree work in critical areas, shoreline buffers, steep slopes, and other regulated zones. Pacific Arboriculture’s reports are accepted by Federal Way and surrounding South King and Pierce County municipalities.
Pacific Arboriculture serves Federal Way, bringing fast scheduling, local pricing, and a team that knows the area’s streets, soils, and tree species.
Every job is staffed by ISA-certified arborists, led by (ISA) Certified Arborists, meaning every prune, diagnosis, and removal follows professional ANSI A300 standards.
Fully licensed, bonded & insured. WA contractor LIC# PACIFA*813KG. General liability and workers’ comp on every crew. Certificate of insurance available on request.
From a single trim to whole-lot clearing. Residential, commercial, HOA, and emergency — we have the chippers, cranes, and stump grinders to handle anything Federal Way throws at us.
Learn more about our full range of services on our Tree Services page.
We proudly serve communities across Federal Way, including:
Federal Way ZIP codes we serve every day: 98003 and 98023. We also serve adjoining communities including Auburn, Des Moines, Tacoma, and Edgewood as part of our regular Federal Way route.
Whether properties sit in Twin Lakes, Dash Point, Marine Hills, or Steel Lake, or along the Pacific Highway South (SR-99) commercial corridor, our crew is typically only minutes away. Same-day estimates are common; emergency response is always 24/7.
Federal Way properties run from established residential canopy to larger wooded and commercial lots, so we work with a wide variety of species — and each one has its own care quirks:
Outside Federal Way? We also serve homeowners and businesses in: Tacoma · Kent · Puyallup · Maple Valley · Renton · Covington · Burien · Des Moines · Normandy Park · Tukwila · Bonney Lake. See our full Areas We Serve page for everywhere we cover across South King and North Pierce counties.
