Summit County's oldest settlement, with more than 1,000 acres of parkland

Tree Service in Hudson, OH

Tree care for large wooded lots, creek-side yards and homes near the historic district.

No-cost estimates at your property in Akron and nearby towns
Quotes in writing, broken out per tree
We settle what leaves the property before we start

Wooded Lots and Long Memories

Tree Service in Hudson is mostly about protecting trees people want to keep. Hudson was settled in 1799 by David Hudson, and the old village and township governments merged into one city in 1994. Much of the 25.6 square miles is suburban land with mature woods left standing between houses, and the city's Park Board oversees more than 1,000 acres of parks and preserves, including Doc's Woods, MacLaren Woods, Trumbull Woods and Bicentennial Woods. Homes back up to tree lines, not fences. That shapes nearly every job we do here.

Value on the line

Census figures put Hudson's owner-occupied rate at 88.4% and the median owner-occupied home value at $466,500. On properties like that, a 90-foot oak isn't just shade. It's part of what the house is worth, and a careless cut can cost more than the tree work did. We follow ANSI A300 pruning practice: cuts at the branch collar, no topping, and no more live canopy removed in one visit than the tree can handle.

Water and roots

Hudson's land drains mainly to Brandywine Creek, Mud Brook and Tinkers Creek. In July 2003 the city got more than 17 inches of rain in 24 hours, and all three watersheds flooded, Brandywine Creek worst of all. Events like that soften the soil and strip it from around roots, and big trees on saturated ground can tip without much wind. For creek-side lots we look at root exposure, soil heave and lean, not just the canopy.

Near the historic core

The Hudson Historic District was listed on the National Register in 1973 and expanded in 1989, roughly bounded by College, Streetsboro, South Main and Baldwin streets. The city kept two-lane roads through much of the core, which helped save its trees. On these older lots, mature trees sit close to porches, slate roofs and stone walls. We rig carefully, use mats where equipment would mark the lawn, and talk with you about any approvals the city may need for work near the street before we schedule it.

What Hudson owners ask for

Deadwood removal and crown cleaning on large oaks and maples
Removing ash and other dead trees from the woods behind the house before they fall toward it
Creating clearance over long driveways for delivery and emergency vehicles
Thinning trees around solar panels or a new addition
Grinding stumps in lawns and leaving woodland stumps flush where you prefer
Inspections after storms for cracks, splits and hangers

Next step

Call (330) 325-4776 or send photos through the form. On wooded lots it helps to flag the trees you're worried about with ribbon before we arrive. We'll walk them with you and leave a written, itemized estimate. Get a free estimate

Hudson Facts for Homeowners

The 2003 flood. In July 2003 Hudson received over 17 inches of rain within 24 hours, flooding all three of its main watersheds, with Brandywine Creek hit hardest. Saturated, scoured soil is a common trigger for root failure in large trees.
A historic district on the National Register. The Hudson Historic District was listed on November 28, 1973 and expanded on October 10, 1989. Two-lane downtown roads have been kept through much of the core, which has helped preserve its trees and open space.
More than 1,000 acres of parks. Hudson's Park Board oversees more than 1,000 acres, including nature preserves such as Doc's Woods, MacLaren Woods, Trumbull Woods and Bicentennial Woods, plus Hudson Springs Park with its 50-acre lake.
High-value, owner-occupied homes. Census QuickFacts reports an 88.4% owner-occupied rate in Hudson and a median owner-occupied home value of $466,500, on 25.63 square miles of land.

Our Services in Hudson, OH

Hudson Questions

Can you remove dead trees from the woods behind my house without clearing everything?

Yes. We remove only the trees you choose, usually those that are dead or leaning toward a structure, and leave the rest of the woodland standing. Wood can be cut and left to decay in the woods if you prefer that to hauling.

My oak is next to the creek and the bank is eroding. Is it in danger?

It might be. Exposed roots, a new lean or cracked soil on the side away from the creek are warning signs. We can look at it and tell you whether pruning to reduce weight is enough or whether removal is the safer call.

Do I need permission to work on trees near the historic district?

For trees on your own property, approvals usually aren't needed for routine pruning, but work near the street or in the public right-of-way can be different. We'll flag anything that should be checked with the City of Hudson before we schedule the job.

Free Estimates in Hudson, OH

Free written estimates for Hudson homes and wooded lots.

Call (330) 325-4776 Free Estimate