ISA Certified Arborist

Alpha Squirrel
Tree Service

Wright County's local arborists. We don't just cut wood โ€” we work from tree biology, rigging physics, and property safety.

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Licensed & Insured
ISA Certified Arborist
Locally Owned & Operated
5.0 Rated by Neighbors
What we do

Professional Services

Fully equipped and insured for any job, big or small โ€” across Buffalo and Wright County.

Arborist pruning a tree from the canopy

Tree Pruning

Strategic cleaning, thinning, and reduction to improve structural form, increase light penetration, and ensure overall tree health.

Crane assisting with a large tree removal

Hazardous Removal

Advanced rigging and crane operations to safely remove unwanted or dangerous trees without risking your surrounding property.

Tree uprooted and fallen after a storm

Storm Management

Emergency response for fallen limbs and damaged trees. We handle the heavy lifting safely and efficiently when weather strikes.

Stump grinder removing a tree stump

Stump Grinding

Complete removal of the remaining stump and surface roots. Backfilling services available to restore your landscape.

Wood chipper processing brush and branches

Brush Chipping

Bring your unwanted brush curbside. We'll chip it down and turn it into reusable, nutrient-rich mulch.

Structural support cable installed in a tree union

Structural Cabling

Static and dynamic cabling systems designed to extend the longevity of your trees and prevent future structural failure.

Hedge being trimmed and shaped with a power trimmer

Hedge & Shrub Shaping

Ornamental trees, hedges, and shrubs trimmed by hand or power tool to keep their form all season long.

Pruning, done right

Biology first, saw second.

Cut wrong and you can do real, sometimes fatal, damage to a tree. We prune to remove risk and improve health and form.

Spike-less by default Spikes puncture a tree's cambium โ€” its vascular system โ€” leaving it open to infection. We only strap on spikes for removals, never for live pruning work.
Before and after photos of a tree pruned to raise its canopy and open its structure
01

Cleaning

Removing dead, dying, or diseased branches before they become a hazard.

02

Thinning

Selective branch removal that opens the canopy to more light and airflow.

03

Raising

Lifting lower branches for clearance over driveways, walkways, and sightlines.

04

Reduction

Sizing a tree down โ€” often for line clearance โ€” while preserving its structure.

From the neighborhood

What clients say

5.0 average across Google Reviews

Removed a difficult, leaning oak that threatened a neighbor's yard โ€” quickly, and without a hitch. Courteous crew from start to finish.

John O.Google Review

Came out fast after a storm to quote damaged trees, then left the yard cleaner than they found it. Already planning to have them back.

Shawn A.Google Review

Took down two large, older trees over the summer โ€” organized, hard-working, and thorough about cleanup. Wouldn't hesitate to hire again.

Sharon H.Google Review

Free estimate up front so we knew exactly what to expect, then trimmed our tree, bushes, and hedge โ€” no surprise add-ons, no pressure. Exceeded what we were expecting.

Kristen M.Google Review

Handled a genuinely dangerous tree in our yard with real skill โ€” and honestly kind of fun to watch. Zero issues afterward.

Jake B.Google Review
Where we work

Rooted in Buffalo, branching across Wright County

Local and family-owned, serving homeowners throughout the West Metro. Not sure if you're in range? Just give us a call.

BuffaloWright CountyMonticelloDelanoWaverlyRockfordWest Metro, MN
Ready when you are

Let's take a look at your trees.

We drop branches, not standards.

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