Residential
Services

Serving Central Ohio Since 2005

Residential
Services

Residential Division

At Russell Tree Experts, our roots of residential Tree Care and maintenance run deep. Our team has a culture of safety and education that encourages the development of biological knowledge of trees and safe Tree Work skill building. The Russell Tree team is the right choice. For everything from diagnosing insect and disease or nutrition problems in your trees and shrubs to large tree preservation efforts, and technical hazard tree removal. We have the knowledge, skills, and equipment necessary to keep you, our team, and the public safe while delivering expert Tree Care services.

Service area

The residential service area includes all geographic regions within approximately 200 miles of Columbus, Ohio

Residential Team Managers

TJ Nagel, Mike McKee, Mitch Lippencott, Chris Gill, Andrew Hendricks, Mike Wilson (Alex Miller, Casey McCarty, Andy Bartram not pictured)

  • TJ Nagel

    Scheduling Production Manager
    ISA BCMA® OH-6298B

  • Andy Bartram

    Crew Production Manager
    ISA Certified Arborist® OH-6751A

  • Chris Gill

    Regional Manager
    ▪ ISA Certified Arborist® OH-6416
    ▪ ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified
    ▪ ODA Comm. Pesticide Lic. #104040

  • Andrew Hendricks

    Regional Manager
    ▪ ISA Certified Arborist® OH-7089A
    ▪ ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified

  • Alex Miller

    Regional Manager
    ▪ ISA Certified Arborist® OH-7168A
    ▪ ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified

  • Mitch Lippencott

    Regional Manager
    ▪ ISA Certified Arborist® #6715A
    ▪ ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified

  • Mike Wilson

    Regional Manager
    ▪ ISA Certified Arborist® OH-6806A
    ▪ ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified

  • Casey McCarty

    Regional Manager
    ▪ ISA Certified Arborist® OH-6735A
    ▪ ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified

  • Michelle Burden

    Office Manager

  • Snobilee Bloomfield

    Office Manager

Tree Preservation Services

  • 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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  • Insect & Disease Management

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

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

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Tree Removal Services

  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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Emergency Services

  • 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.

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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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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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