Tree Pruning & Tree Trimming

At Crawford Tree & Landscape, we understand that proper tree trimming and pruning are essential for maintaining the health, safety, and beauty of your trees. As a Tree Care Industry Accredited Company, we take great pride in employing trained arborists with the expertise to care for your trees correctly. Whether it’s pruning for safety, structural integrity, clearance, or aesthetic appeal, our comprehensive services ensure your trees thrive year-round.

Why Tree Pruning Matters

Pruning isn’t just about making trees look good—it’s about promoting long-term health and safety. Our services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each tree, enhancing both structural integrity and visual appeal.

✔ Tree Pruning for Safety – Removing hazardous branches that pose a risk to people, property, or power lines.

✔ Clearance Pruning – Cutting back limbs from houses, driveways, and walkways to prevent damage and improve accessibility.

✔ Aesthetic Pruning – Shaping trees to enhance their natural beauty and complement your landscape design.

✔ Health-Focused Pruning – Eliminating dead, diseased, or broken branches to promote healthy growth.

✔ Structural Pruning – Reducing leader codominance, balancing wind load,eliminating poor branch attachment.

Our Tree Trimming & Pruning Services

We offer a wide range of tree trimming and pruning services to address every tree care need:

✔ Branch Cutting & Removal – Removing weak, dead, or overgrown branches to maintain tree health.

✔ Limb Removal & Clearance – Safely trimming limbs that overhang roofs, power lines, or structures.

✔ Crown Reduction – Reducing the size of a tree’s canopy without compromising its natural shape.

✔ Structural Pruning – Improving the strength and form of growing trees to prevent future instability.

✔ Canopy Thinning – Enhancing light penetration and airflow to reduce disease risks.

✔ Deadwood Removal – Removing dead branches that could fall and cause damage.

✔ Cracked Limb & Broken Branch Management – Addressing storm-damaged or compromised limbs.

Pruning vs. Trimming: What’s the Difference?

While often used interchangeably, pruning and trimming serve different purposes:

• Tree Pruning – Focuses on the tree interior by removing dead, diseased, codominant, incorrectly attached or damaged branches to encourage longevity.
• Tree Trimming – Primarily for aesthetic purposes, shapes the tree exterior for a neat, uniform, and balanced appearance.

Both are crucial for maintaining a healthy, beautiful landscape, and our expert arborists will recommend the best approach for your specific needs.

How Much Does Tree Pruning Cost?

The cost of tree pruning can vary based on several factors:

Factors Affecting Cost:

• Tree Size & Type – Larger trees or those with dense canopies require more time, skill, and equipment.
• Accessibility – Trees near buildings, power lines, or in hard-to-reach areas may increase costs.
• Condition of the Tree – Diseased or damaged trees may need specialized care.
• Type of Pruning Required – Structural pruning, canopy thinning, and aesthetic shaping can affect pricing differently.

We offer competitive pricing and free estimates, ensuring transparency and no hidden fees.

Does Pruning Help Trees Grow Faster?

Yes! Proper pruning encourages healthier, faster growth by:

• Removing Dead or Diseased Branches – Redirecting the tree’s energy to healthy areas by assisting in compartmentalization.
• Improving Airflow & Sunlight Exposure – Promoting photosynthesis and overall vitality.
• Encouraging Strong Structural Growth – Reducing weak branch formations and potential damage.

Regular pruning helps trees develop better wind defenses, healthier foliage, and even better resistance to pests and diseases.

Why Choose Crawford Tree & Landscape?

As both a tree care and landscape company, for over one half century, Crawford Tree & Landscape offers a unique combination of expertise and comprehensive property care. Since 1969, we’ve been serving Milwaukee, Ozaukee, and parts of Waukesha and Washington County in Wisconsin, delivering exceptional tree services with a focus on safety, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.

✔ Accredited by the Tree Care Industry Association – Recognized for excellence in safety, knowledge, and responsible tree care practices.

✔ Certified Arborists & Trained Professionals – Skilled in proper pruning techniques and safe execution, for tree health, aesthetics, and proper protection.

✔ Comprehensive Tree & Landscape Services – From tree trimming to full landscape management, we handle it all.

✔ Outstanding Customer Care – Known for our professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to client satisfaction.

✔ Locally Trusted Since 1969 – Serving generations of loyal clients with expert tree and landscape solutions.

Service Areas

We proudly offer tree trimming and pruning services in:

• Bayside
• Brookfield
• Brown Deer
• Butler
• Elm Grove
• Germantown
• Glendale
• Greenfield
• Fox Point
• Lannon
• Lisbon
• Menomonee Falls
• Mequon
• Milwaukee
• Pewaukee
• Richfield
• River Hills
• Shorewood
• Sussex
• Thiensville
• Town of Brookfield
• Village of Pewaukee
• Waukesha
• Wauwatosa
• West Allis
• West Milwaukee
• Whitefish Bay

Schedule Your Tree Trimming & Pruning Service Today

Protect the health and beauty of your trees with expert tree trimming and pruning services from Crawford Tree & Landscape. Contact us today at (414) 710-0093 for a free consultation and let our certified arborists care for you and your landscape with precision and expertise!