Tree & Land Clearing Services Across the Portland Metro
A full spectrum of tree removal, emergency response, trimming, stump grinding, storm cleanup, land clearing, subdivision site prep, property management, and logging and timber harvest for homeowners, contractors, developers, HOAs, and property managers across Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties. Family-owned since 1986. Licensed (CCB #209975), bonded, and insured.
Homeowner?
From routine tree removals and seasonal pruning to emergency response and storm cleanup, we handle every residential tree job across the Portland metro. Family-owned, fully licensed, and trusted by homeowners across Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties for 35+ years.
Contractor, Developer, or Property Manager?
Land clearing, lot clearing, subdivision site prep, commercial tree removal, property management tree services, and logging and timber harvest for the contractors, developers, HOAs, and property managers building and maintaining the Portland metro. Licensed CCB #209975, bonded, and ready to mobilize at any scale.
Residential Tree Services
Comprehensive tree care for homeowners across the Portland metro — from a single backyard tree to full-property work.
Emergency Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Fast response for fallen trees, storm damage, and hazard situations. Most emergencies get same-day or next-day dispatch across the Portland metro.
Safe, controlled tree removal for hazardous, large, and tight-access trees near homes and structures. Permit handling included where required.
Stump Grinding & Removal
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Complete stump grinding and removal to reclaim your yard. Standalone service or paired with any tree removal job.
Professional trimming, crown reduction, and seasonal pruning by ISA Certified Arborists. Proper care extends tree life and prevents future hazards.
Storm Damage Cleanup
Storm damage cleanup and fallen tree removal after Pacific Northwest windstorms. Same-day or next-day response with full debris removal.
Commercial Tree & Land Clearing Services
Full-spectrum services for contractors, developers, HOAs, property managers, and commercial property owners — built for project scale and schedule reliability.
Full lot clearing and subdivision site prep for contractors, developers, and property owners across the Portland metro. From single-lot prep to full-scale clearing — permitted, insured, and ready to mobilize.
Residential and commercial lot clearing for new construction across the Portland metro. Permitted, insured, and ready to mobilize on schedule.
Commercial Tree Removal
Subdivision Site Prep
Property Management Services
Logging & Timber Harvest
Ongoing tree maintenance for HOAs, property management companies, and commercial property owners. Reliable scheduling, portfolio consistency.
Selective logging and timber harvest for rural landowners and foresters across Oregon. Built for steep terrain, technical sites, and Oregon Forest Practices Act compliance.
Lot Clearing for New Construction
Land Clearing & Site Prep
Subdivision development site prep and tree clearing for residential developers. Built for scale, schedule reliability, and full debris removal.
Tree removal for commercial properties, business sites, and managed properties across Clackamas, Multnomah, and Washington Counties. Bonded and fully insured.
Why North Woods
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Founded in 1986 and run today by James Cowell, North Woods has worked across the Portland metro through four decades of changing tree codes, weather, and customer demands. We've seen and done every type of tree job — and we bring that experience to every estimate.
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Every city in the Portland metro has different tree regulations — Portland's Title 11, Lake Oswego's Chapter 55, West Linn's 6" ordinance, Tigard's six-situation framework, and beyond. We know each code and handle the entire permit process for our customers.
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CCB #209975, bonded, insured, with ISA Certified Arborist expertise on staff. Workers' comp coverage on every employee, every day. Certificates of insurance available to homeowners, contractors, and property managers on request.
Where We Work
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Clackamas County
Oregon City · Beavercreek · Lake Oswego · West Linn · Happy Valley · Sandy · Estacada · Canby · Molalla
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Multnomah County
Portland · Gresham
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Washington County
Beaverton · Tigard · Tualatin
Ready to Start Your Project?
Whether you have a single backyard tree to remove, a property to manage long-term, or acres of land to clear for new construction, North Woods has the crew, equipment, and 35+ years of Pacific Northwest experience to handle the job. Free estimates, $0 deposit, and full cleanup included on every project.