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4.9 Star Rating (362+ Google Reviews)

Tree Service
Shawnee, KS

  • Licensed & Insured, Fair Written Prices
  • Family-Owned Since 1996
  • Serving Shawnee and All of Johnson County
  • Bucket Trucks, Crane & Grapple Truck
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4.9 362+ reviews, 2 locationsFounded 1996by Zach Johnson
4.9 Google Rating ◆ 362+ Reviews ◆ Licensed & Insured ◆ ISA Certified Arborists ◆ 24/7 Emergency Service ◆Founded 1996

Honest Estimates, Insured Crews, Storm Help

Free, Honest Estimates

From a dead tree in Old Shawnee to a lot clearing near K-7, you get a written price first.

Licensed & Insured

Liability and workers' comp on every job, with certificates for HOAs on request.

After-Hours Emergency Crews

Storm damage day or night: 913-894-4767.

What Our Customers Say

4.9

362+ reviews across our two locations

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Carmen P.July 2026

Josh ‘s crew were awesome. They got here in time and when to work . Did a great job. And clean up was fabulous.

Response from the owner

Carmen, we're thrilled to hear that Josh's and the Kansas City Tree Care crew impressed you with their punctuality and work ethic! Their dedication to delivering superb service, especially with tree trimming & pruning, is something we take great pride in. We're so pleased that you appreciated not only their craftsmanship but also the fabulous cleanup. Your feedback energizes us to continue providing top-tier service at reasonable prices. If there's anything else we can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Kelly B.June 2026

These guys trimmed all of my trees 10 or so and removed a big tree right next to my deck. They did a fabulous job and were so professional and neat! Did a beautiful job of cleanup after as well!!

Response from the owner

Thank you so much. We appreciate you highlighting our tree trimming and removal services. Our crew focuses on quality workmanship and safe, organized job sites. It was a pleasure working with you! …

Dorothy B.May 2026

I was very pleased. The crew arrived on time, asked my expectations, and they were very friendly. The service was exceptional.

Response from the owner

Thank you so much for the kind review. Our crew focuses on clear communication, safety, and quality workmanship. If you ever need us again, we're just a call away! …

Zach Johnson, owner of Kansas City Tree Care, smiling in front of a company bucket truck

From Tree Climber to Owner: Meet Zach Johnson

Zach Johnson started climbing trees in 1990 and started Kansas City Tree Care in 1996. He still bids most jobs himself, from a tight backyard removal off Nieman Road to a storm-split tree over Johnson Drive. It is a family tree service, and you get a straight answer.

Not Sure What Your Tree Needs?

A free estimate is the quickest answer. We look at the tree in person and tell you straight.

  • Licensed & Insured
  • Years of Experience
  • Fast Response Times

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Tree Work We Do Around Shawnee

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Tree Removal in Shawnee

When a tree in Shawnee has to come out, we get it down safely, whether it is a dead one leaning toward the house or a storm-split trunk over the driveway. In the older yards near Nieman Road we rope it down piece by piece. On the open lots toward Monticello we can usually get equipment right in.

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Tree Trimming & Pruning in Shawnee

Regular tree trimming keeps Shawnee trees healthy and storm-ready: dead wood out, limbs off the roof, heavy crowns thinned so the wind goes through. We make proper cuts and we never top a tree.

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Emergency Tree Service in Shawnee

Shawnee has heavy tree cover along Mill Creek and Turkey Creek, and that means big damage when severe weather hits. Our emergency tree service in Shawnee works around the clock to get trees off roofs, clear driveways and make the property safe.

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Stump Grinding in Shawnee

We grind Shawnee stumps 8 to 12 inches down, rake the chips back in and leave the spot ready for grass. If you want the chips gone, we haul them.

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4.9Average RatingReal Results, Happy Homeowners

Here's What You Can Count On

  • Trimming, pruning, removal and stump grinding
  • Homes, HOAs and businesses
  • Modern equipment, clean job sites
  • Honest advice and fair prices

A Look at Our Tree Work

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Black Kansas City Tree Care grapple truck with a red Palfinger loader crane behind the box, lettered KC Tree Care, Est. 1996, 913-894-4767
Black grapple truck with a lime-green boom loading brush
Overhead view of the crew and grapple truck taking down a tree on a residential street
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We've Already Seen It on Your Block

From ice-split limbs to dead ash trees, we have handled it in Shawnee. Creek-side lots lose trees to wet, soft ground after heavy rain. You get an honest look and a fair price.

Shawnee Neighborhoods We Serve

No two parts of Shawnee are the same. In Old Shawnee and the downtown core near Nieman Road and Johnson Drive, we work mature yards with big trees close to the house, so we take our time and rope things down piece by piece. Out toward Monticello, K-7, and Midland Drive, the lots are newer and more open, and we can usually get equipment in and finish fast. Along the Mill Creek and Turkey Creek corridors and out by Shawnee Mission Park, we handle a lot of storm cleanup and limbs over fences.

What Sets Our Crew Apart

We would rather keep your tree standing than talk you into taking it out. We do not top trees, we do not upsell, and when you call you get a real person, often Zach.

What Sets Us Apart

Certified and licensed tree service

Licensed & Insured

Fully insured on every job, with a certificate for your HOA or property manager on request.

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Over 35 Years of Experience

Over 35 years in the trade, since 1990, and with this company since 1996. We have cleaned up after every big storm since.
Licensed and approved tree service

Tree Care Specialists

We look at every tree on the lot, not only the one you called about, and tell you what can wait.
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24-Hour Emergency Services

Storm calls answered 24/7 at 913-894-4767. Trees on houses come first.

Licensed and approved tree service

Climbers Who Know Trees

Zach started as a climber. Our crews still climb, and they cut for how the tree will grow back.
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Family Owned & Operated

Owner-operated. Zach still bids most jobs himself.

Tree Service Across the Whole KC Metro

We serve homeowners and businesses in more than 30 cities on both sides of the metro, including:

Other Towns We Serve

Kansas City Tree Care, LLC

1505 Merriam Lane,
Kansas City, KS 66103

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A Shawnee Tree Service You Can Trust

Badges: ISA Certified Arborist, HomeAdvisor Elite Service, HomeAdvisor 3 Years Screened and Approved, BBB Accredited Business A+

Serving residential and commercial customers across Shawnee and the KC metro.

Your Tree Care Questions, Answered

What is the average cost of tree removal in Shawnee, KS?

In Shawnee, most tree removals run about $300 to $3,500. A small tree under 30 feet is usually $300 to $800, a medium tree runs $800 to $1,800, and a big tree close to your house or power lines can hit $1,800 to $3,500.

Does the City of Shawnee require a permit to cut down a tree?

For a tree on your own residential property, Shawnee does not require a permit. Trees in the city right-of-way, a drainage easement, or a green space can need city approval, and some subdivision HOAs have their own rules.

What tree problems are most common in Shawnee?

Around Shawnee, emerald ash borer is the big one. It has killed ash trees all over Johnson County, and a dead ash gets brittle and dangerous fast.

Still have questions?

Call 913-894-4767 and talk to our office, or send the estimate form.

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4.9 Star Rating (362+ Google Reviews)
Here’s what to expect:
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Free Consultation

We look at your trees on site and give you honest recommendations and clear pricing. No obligation.

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Expert Assessment

You get a plain-English read on the tree’s health and safety. No jargon and no pressure.

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Detailed Proposal

A written price with the scope, the timing and the total. No surprises once we start.

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Professional Service

Insured, on time and thorough. We clean up fully and keep you posted from start to finish.