Shorewood Hills sits under some of the oldest and largest bur and white oaks on Lake Mendota's shore, with graceful Tudor Revival and Colonial Revival homes built in the 1920s and 1930s on quiet wooded streets. These mature trees are part of what makes the neighborhood beautiful, but they also demand skilled, careful care.
Madison Tree Service has been serving Shorewood Hills (53705) and the surrounding Madison area for years. We understand the specific challenges of maintaining these heritage oaks, managing storm damage on narrow lots, and keeping your property safe without damaging the character of your home and neighborhood.
Tree Service in Shorewood Hills (53705)
Shorewood Hills is defined by its mature oak canopy. The bur oaks and white oaks that shade your home are survivors from the old oak savanna, and they're irreplaceable. But they're also vulnerable. Heavy wet snow and ice in our long cold winters load limbs and snap branches. Summer thunderstorms and straight-line winds drop canopy over roofs, driveways, and power lines. Oak wilt threatens red oaks on wooded lots, and timing matters when you prune. Buckthorn and honeysuckle choke the edges of woodlots. And on narrow Shorewood Hills lots, there's little room for error when a tree comes down.
Our team knows these trees and this neighborhood. We've removed storm-damaged oaks, thinned crowns to reduce ice and wind load, pruned for oak wilt safety during the dormant season, and cleared land for new construction, all while respecting the wooded character that makes Shorewood Hills special. We're fully insured, and we coordinate with your HOA when visible work is required.
Our services in Shorewood Hills
- Tree Removal in Shorewood Hills · Safe removal of hazardous, dead, or unwanted trees of any size.
- Tree Trimming & Pruning in Shorewood Hills · Professional pruning to improve tree health, structure…
- Stump Grinding in Shorewood Hills · Complete stump and surface-root grinding to reclaim your yard…
- Emergency Tree Service in Shorewood Hills · 24/7 emergency response for storm-damaged, fallen…
- Hedge Trimming & Shrub Care in Shorewood Hills · Clean, healthy hedges and shrubs shaped to your property line and style.
- Land Clearing in Shorewood Hills · Lot clearing, brush removal, and defensible-space work for construction…
- Arborist Consultation in Shorewood Hills · Expert arborist assessment of tree health, hazard risk, disease…
How a Job Works in Shorewood Hills
We start with a free on-site assessment. You call (608) 292-4948 or request an estimate, and one of our team members visits your property to see the tree, the terrain, access points, and any nearby structures, power lines, or property lines. We'll walk you through what we recommend, why, and what it costs. No pressure, no sales pitch.
Once you approve, we show up with the right crew and equipment for your lot. On Shorewood Hills' narrow properties, that often means careful rigging, bucket trucks, and hand-felling techniques instead of heavy machinery. If oak wilt is a concern, we time pruning cuts to the dormant season and follow best practices. If a tree is near your roof or a neighbor's property, we work methodically and stay focused on safety.
When the work is done, we haul away debris, grind the stump if you want, and leave your property clean. You get a final walkthrough so you can see what we've accomplished.
Tree removal in Shorewood Hills typically runs from a few hundred dollars for a small tree to several thousand for a large mature oak, depending on the tree's size, species, condition, and how close it sits to your house, power lines, or a neighbor's property. Crown thinning and pruning usually start around $250. Stump grinding begins at $150. Emergency storm removal after wind or ice damage is available 24/7, and we'll give you a free estimate before we start work. The best way to know what your specific job will cost is to call us at (608) 292-4948 for a free on-site assessment. We're transparent about pricing and won't surprise you.
