Government
Services

Serving Local, State, and Federal

Government
Services

Governmental services Division

The Russell Tree Experts team is well-versed in the unique specialties of tree work on government properties. Safety is our number one priority. We create MUTCD-compliant work zones for both vehicular and pedestrian traffic to keep the public safe. Our team has the credentials and qualifications to utilize our modern fleet, performing everything from technical tree, pruning, and removal over sensitive surfaces, such as our national cemeteries and national parks, to construction clearing for new projects at public sites. Russell Tree Experts is the right choice to work with you and your agency on your next tree and vegetation-related project.

Who we serve

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Service area

While we are headquartered in Central Ohio, our team is experienced and ready to travel anywhere in the United States at a moment’s notice. We have worked from California to New England, as well as throughout Florida and many places in between.

Tree maintenance

  • Pruning

    Pruning (often called “trimming” by the layperson) improves structure, safety, and tree health through ANSI A300–standard practices that preserve each tree’s natural form.

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  • Tree Removal

    We safely remove hazardous trees that pose risks to people, property, or nearby structures using skilled arborists and specialized equipment.

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  • Fertilization

    Our fertilization services improve soil conditions and supply essential nutrients that support healthy growth and help diagnose and correct nutrient deficiencies in trees and woody plants.

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  • Insect & Disease Management

    Our insect and disease management services proactively identify and treat tree health issues using science-based methods to protect, preserve, and extend the life of your trees.

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  • Stump Grinding

    We offer stump grinding to safely and efficiently remove tree stumps, clearing space and improving the appearance of your landscape.

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  • Cabling

    Cabling provides added structural support to trees with weak or codominant stems, helping reduce the risk of failure during severe weather using static or dynamic support systems.

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  • Tree Bracing

    Our tree bracing services stabilize weak or split unions, often combined with pruning and cabling to improve overall tree structure and safety.

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  • Lot Clearing

    Lot improvement services enhance property safety, appearance, and accessibility by professionally managing trees, removing stumps, and clearing or shaping the landscape to meet your needs.

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  • Root Zone Management

    Our Root Zone Management services are all about providing the best soil structure possible for your trees to thrive!

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  • Lightning Protection

    Our tree lighting protection systems are designed to provide a point for lightning’s current to travel safely to ground. The installation of our lightning protection systems will reduce the likelihood of damage to the tree and nearby structures.

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  • 24/7 Emergency Services

    Russell Tree Experts is ready 24/7 to handle any tree-related emergency, from removing fallen trees to pruning hazardous limbs, with crews trained to safely manage even storm-damaged or compromised trees. Our certified arborists also offer proactive tree risk assessments to help prevent damage before storms strike.

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  • Disaster Response

    Russell Tree Experts provides natural disaster debris relief services nationwide in partnership with FEMA, deploying crews quickly to assist communities recovering from storms, hurricanes, wildfires, and ice events. We’re available 24/7 for any storm-related tree emergency.

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Right-of-Way Maintenance

  • Greenfield & Brownfield Land Clearing

    Our team of Qualified Operators and our fleet of modern dedicated land clearing and right of way maintenance equipment makes completion of both Greenfield and Brownfield veg management projects safe and efficient. 

  • Line Clearance

    Our team of Line Clearance Qualified Arborists combined with our fleet of modern line clearance equipment and Qualified Traffic Control teams makes Russell Tree Experts the natural choice for vegetation management around utility corridors and energized lines. 

  • Vegetation Management

    Successful vegetation management takes an educated team of qualified personnel with the right combination of pesticide credentials, plant identification skills and modern application and tree service equipment. Russell Tree Experts has dedicated safety and training systems for these skills and an experienced team of specialists with a passion for modern Integrated Vegetation Management systems. 

  • Site Access

    Russell Tree Experts site access specialty team is equipped with cumulative decades of experience engineering and installing specialty site access that includes timber mat roads, air bridges, stream and waterway crossing for equipment up to 50 tons and incorporation of these access systems into SWPPP planning and compliance. 

  • Work Planning

    Our team of Qualified Arborists and Utility Specialists are ready to assist with work planning for your utility rights of way. We provide modern training systems to our staff, many of whom are promoted from within with substantial utility system knowledge and training, to ensure that our work planning staff has the fundamental education needed for interactions with land owners, utility staff and other utility contractors.

  • SWPPP Control Installation

    Russell Tree Experts work often requires SWPPP engineering, compliance and inspections. Our team is experienced with SWPPP management and is ready to help with your project that requires SWPPP’s. 

  • Seeding & Mulching

    Successful stabilization of the earth after disturbance from construction is an essential step towards efficient completion of any project. Russell Tree Experts owns and operates a fleet of modern seeding and mulching equipment and has the qualified team resources to stabilize small to large earth disturbance projects preventing harmful and costly erosion issues. 

  • Lot Clearing

    Lot Clearing

    Our team of qualified specialists and modern specialty land clearing equipment is the perfect choice for safely clearing unwanted vegetation, stumps, and roots in preparation for your next project. 

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Consulting

  • Pre-purchase Landscape inspection

    If you are preparing to purchase a property or home, consider including a Russell Tree Experts Landscape Inspection as a contingency in your offer. While a home inspection is standard practice, conditions beyond the walls of the house—particularly trees and landscape features—are often overlooked. Our experts conduct a comprehensive evaluation of all trees and shrubs on the property, assessing their health and identifying potential risks to existing or future structures. Adding a landscape inspection to your pre-purchase due diligence helps ensure a more complete and informed decision.

  • Tree Risk Assessments

    If you are preparing to purchase a property or home, consider including a Russell Tree Experts Landscape Inspection as a contingency in your offer. While a home inspection is standard practice, conditions beyond the walls of the house—particularly trees and landscape features—are often overlooked. Our experts conduct a comprehensive evaluation of all trees and shrubs on the property, assessing their health and identifying potential risks to existing or future structures. Adding a landscape inspection to your pre-purchase due diligence helps ensure a more complete and informed decision.

  • Pre-Construction Tree Preservation

    Building a new structure and want the surrounding trees to live after construction?

    With our Pre-Construction Tree Preservation service, we will build a custom plan for the construction team to follow so the desired trees remain living long after construction is complete. Contact us BEFORE construction begins so we can help maintain your desired landscape!

  • Planting Advice

    Wanting to plant trees but not sure which are best for the location? Our experts will evaluate your property and structures to determine the best trees for your needs. We may also recommend soil samples to help select plants appropriate for your specific soil type.

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