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Crane Assisted Tree Care

Why Use a Crane for Tree Work?

Not all trees can be removed with ropes and ground crews. When a tree is too large, too dangerous, or too close to your home or power lines, our crane-assisted removal services make the job safer, faster, and more precise. Cartwright Tree Care brings over 26 years of experience handling the toughest tree removals in the Kansas City metro.

Using a crane allows us to safely lift and remove large trees—piece by piece—with precision and control. It’s the safest method for removing trees in high-risk areas, storm-damaged zones, or when access is limited.

Crane-Assisted Tree Care Services in Kansas City

When You Need a Crane For Tree Work?

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Trees too large for traditional rigging

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Storm-damaged or hanging trees

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Leaning or damaged trees over homes

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Trees with compromised structure

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Limited access (tight spaces, fences)

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Minimize damage to your lawn, landscaping, or driveway

The Numbers Don’t Lie—We’re Built to Serve

100000 +

Trees Trimmed Across the Metro

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Years In Business

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24/7 Emergency Response Team

trusted by

50,000+

Customers in over 30 Cities in Missouri & Kansas

What You Can Expect

Our crane operator and crews are trained for high-risk removals and complicated lift scenarios.

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Site Inspection

We start with a detailed site inspection to evaluate access, safety, and equipment needs.

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Precise Removal

Next, our crew performs a precise, controlled crane-assisted removal.

 

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Full Cleaup

Finally, we complete a full cleanup, leaving your property safe and spotless.

 

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Why We Are Different

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The Tree Care Team You Can Count On

We’ve spent over 26 years earning the trust of homeowners, HOAs, city officials, and businesses across the Kansas City metro—not just with our skills, but with our word. When we say we’ll show up, we do. When we give an estimate, it’s honest. And when we say safety is our priority, we mean it. From emergency calls at 2am to long-term care plans, our clients know they can count on us—because trust isn’t something we say, it’s something we prove every day.

 
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Your Property, Our Priority

We don’t cut corners—only trees. Every member of our crew is trained in proper equipment use, rigging techniques, and on-site hazard prevention. We follow strict safety protocols to protect your property, our team, and everyone nearby. Whether we’re climbing a 90-foot oak or grinding a stump in your front yard, we show up with the right tools, gear, and mindset to get the job done without risk. That’s why cities, schools, businesses, and homeowners across Kansas City trust us with their trees—and their peace of mind.

 
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Service with a Smile (and a Hard Hat)

We’re proud of our work—but we’re even prouder of how we treat people. From the first phone call to the final cleanup, you’ll interact with real humans who are kind, clear, and happy to help. Whether we’re answering your questions, remembering your dog’s name, or chatting with your curious kiddos while we work, our crew shows up with good energy and great attitudes. It’s one of the top things clients mention in our reviews—and one of the main reasons they call us back.

 
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Here When the Storm Hits

Storms don’t wait for business hours—and neither do we. Our emergency tree response team is available 24/7 across the Kansas City metro, ready to handle fallen limbs, hazardous leaners, blocked driveways, or trees on houses. With specialized equipment, years of storm response experience, and calm, capable crews, we’re the team you can trust to show up fast, work safely, and restore peace of mind. Save our number now—you’ll be glad you did later.

 
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Flexible Financing, Stress-Free Solutions

Tree work isn’t always planned—but that doesn’t mean it has to be a financial burden. Whether it’s an urgent removal, a storm cleanup, or a long-overdue trimming project, we offer flexible financing through Wisetack to help make it manageable. Get prequalified in minutes (with no impact on your credit) and choose a plan that fits your budget. We’ll take care of the trees—you focus on peace of mind.

 
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Preventative Tree Care That Pays Off Later

You shouldn’t have to wait for a storm or a fallen limb to realize a tree is unsafe. Our free Tree Risk Assessment Program is designed to catch warning signs early—like decay, cracks, hollow trunks, or structural weaknesses—so you can make smart, informed decisions about your property. We’ll walk your yard, flag any issues, and offer expert guidance on how to handle potential hazards. It’s fast, free, and could save you thousands in emergency costs (and a whole lot of stress).

 
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No Worries, No What-Ifs

When heavy limbs, equipment, and property are involved, hiring an insured tree care company isn’t optional—it’s essential. Cartwright Tree Care is fully insured to protect you, your home, and our crew on every single job. Whether we’re trimming a small tree or removing a massive oak with a crane, you can rest easy knowing we’re covered, certified, and committed to doing things safely and responsibly. No risks. No runarounds. Just real peace of mind.

 
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Happy Trees, Happy People

  • Cartwright took down three trees and trimmed six more at my house and they did a fantastic job! I got three bids and they were the lowest. I usually don’t like taking the lowest bid, but they had the most comprehensive bid, and they were the only company that followed up with me after submitting the bid. They were fast and friendly and cleaned up my entire yard — even taking limbs I had stacked from a previous storm. I definitely recommend Cartwright!

    Donna Sanford Homeowner

  • Highly recommend! They came out and took out 2 large trees in just under 3 hours! They did a wonderful job cutting them down and cleaning up! They also went above and beyond cleaning up fallen limbs that came down before they arrived!

    Manda Wilson Homeowner

  • Cartwright was professional throughout the whole process from the estimate and scheduling to the trimming. They even cut and stacked the dead branches which we requested to keep for our backyard fire pit.

    Cory Puckett Homeowner

  • So thrilled. Great customer service, great job, and right on schedule! Priceless

    Renee Humphries Homeowner

  • too am a return customer. The first time was my house, so I knew how fast crews were. On 7/24/24 it was my HOA. The HOA is roughly 65 acres and involved removing 18 to 20 trees and cleaning numerous others. 10 hours later the work was done. It was a BIG job, and Cartwright did a marvelous job. They had the equipment to handle the work, and the crew and crew leads were skill full. Thank you, Cartwright crews, for cleaning up our HOA. Everyone is very happy!

    Alex Homeowner

  • I was very impressed with Cartwright Tree Care. Brian was amazing & provided a very detailed estimate with pics included that took the stress out of everything. They were very fair on price as well. The clean up crew & cut team also worked super fast!Hilary also did a great job keeping me updated along the way. I appreciate everyone's hard work. I definitely recommend them to anyone needing tree care/work done.

    Miss Carter Homeowner

  • Used this company 4 years ago. Price and service were exceptional so I called last week to have more work done. Matt came out the next day and gave me a quote that was more than reasonable. I accepted at once and he quickly got me on the schedule. Today, (a week later) the crew arrived as scheduled. Alex and the crew did a wonderful job making sure everything was done to my satisfaction. They worked fast and efficient, cleaned up yard, driveway and street. Besides looking up at the trees, no one would have ever known they were here. Refreshing to know there are companies like Cartwright that take pride in their work, the integrity to not over charge and to provide the best customer service anyone could and should expect. Absolutely recommend this company and hope they around for many years to come!!!

    Chris Wilcox Homeowner

  • Do yourselves a favor and just call this company when you need tree work. They had great customer service. They were there on time. They worked very quickly. They cleaned up great afterward. They took care of the stump in a timely manner as well. I had a question on the hole where the stump was previously, and I called the company. Five minutes later Brian called back and said he would be out there this morning. He was looking at the site in two hours. He answered my question to my full satisfaction, and I am very satisfied with his help. Cartwright Tree Company will have all my tree business going forward.

    Lester Richardson Homeowner

  • I'm extremely happy with the job done by the Cartwright team. I have one of the biggest, oldest pin oak trees in town, with very long limbs that needed some serious trimming and lifting of weight and removal of deadwood. Tree rested on the property line of the neighbors and large branches towered over both of our houses. Cartwright's crew focused on safety and made sure to carefully rope and lower large limb pieces so as not to damage anything. The climber was clearly top notch at his job and took care to follow the contract as to which limbs, etc. Cleanup was diligent, no damage, and price was fair. Some of the other three companies had insane bids, probably due to the size and height of my oak, but Cartwright was reasonable and had come highly recommended by someone I know. I'm very happy I went with Cartwright. Thank you!

    Matt Hood Homeowner

  • Cartwright Tree Care has done work at our house and my in laws for several years. They do very good and professional work. Their crews are top notch; they have all the right equipment to get the job done. It’s a real pleasure watching them at work. Thanks to them for the years of service they’ve given to the community.

    Gary Covey Homeowner

  • Remarkable tree service! The Cartwright crew was professional and fast, (super-fast). They removed a very large silver maple with branches leaning dangerously over the house. They took good care of our driveway and yard. Even my neighbor commented on how quickly the crew worked, and how they took the tree down without damaging our yards. Also, the price for tree removal was very good. The estimate included all the necessary paperwork, including they insurance paperwork. Very professional.100% would recommend Cartwright!

    Jack Roy Homeowner

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