About Us

Our Mission

Since 1977, Rick’s Tree & Stump Removal has been serving the Northland. It is our mission to give you the best ~ honest ~ service available. In addition, we feel it is important to help educate our customers on how to care for their trees. We emphasize plant health care and will consult with you and give you an accurate diagnosis of the situation and with what we can do for you. Our reputation is impeccable and our referral business is outstanding. We look forward to hearing from you.

Founder

Rick Hanson

Rick started the business as a one man show in 1977. He expanded it over the years, adding multiple crews and a wide variety of services we offer.

Owners

David Hanson

David has worked at Rick’s Tree since the early 2000’s. He has done every job possible for this business from sharpening chains to stump grinding to tree removals. He’s currently the President of the company. He is a Certified Arborist and holds a Tree Risk Assessment, as well as has his applicator’s license.

Patrick Hanson

Patrick has worked at Rick’s Tree since the late 2000’s. He’s done every job possible for this business from sharpening chains to tree removals to plant health care. He is a Certified Arborist and has his applicator’s license. He is the Vice President of the company.

Jessica Myhrer

Jessica joined the company full time in 2019. She is the Treasurer of the company. She manages the office and does everything from answering phones, to scheduling, to financials.

Salespeople

Craig Berryhill

Craig has been with Rick’s Tree since 1999. He holds a Forestry degree from Purdue. He’s a Board Certified Master Arborist and has his Tree Risk Assessment certificate.

OUR GUARANTEE

At our tree removal service, we guarantee professional, safe, and efficient tree removal tailored to meet your specific needs. Our certified arborists ensure every job is completed with precision and care, leaving your property clean and undamaged. We are committed to your satisfaction and stand behind our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you’re not completely happy with our service, we’ll make it right at no extra cost.

  • Certified Professionals: Our team consists of fully trained and certified arborists.

  • State-of-the-Art Equipment: We use the latest equipment to ensure safe and efficient tree removal.

  • Comprehensive Cleanup: We guarantee a thorough cleanup, leaving your property spotless.

  • Customer Satisfaction: Our 100% satisfaction guarantee ensures you’ll be happy with our work.

  • Emergency Services: We offer prompt response for urgent tree removal needs.

Testimonials

Thank you so much for your prompt and courteous service. Your team is very professional and efficient!

V, Duluth, MN

I was very happy with the job that was done. You have very good workers. I will recommend them to others who want their trees done. Thanks very much.

Jo-Ann A, Duluth, MN

Thank you for a great job!

Bob P, Cloquet, MN

Thank you, the yard looks much better. Trees are leafing out. The fellows were fine hard workers.

Grace P, Duluth, MN

As usual, the crew did an excellent job in removing the large tree, which was a danger to us, as well as neighboring, two properties! It is a relief, for this to no longer be a worry. Thanks for expedited services!

Tom M, Duluth, MN

I called Rick’s Tree to come remove a couple of aging trees. Their crew came out and did a great job. Fast, friendly service with no mess and hassle-free.

Joe W, Duluth, MN

The guys did an excellent job.

Lance S, Duluth, MN

I really appreciate your fine work and have recommended your services to others. Keep up the good work guys! You   really have it down to a science.

Sara S, Duluth, MN

Thank you for such prompt service and such professionalism in your workmanship. I will definitely recommend you  to others.

Roberta M, Duluth, MN

Thanks. Clean up was fantastic – that’s quite the crew you have!

Elizabeth H, Duluth, MN

I was really impressed with the crew that removed the tree in my yard. They were friendly, efficient, eager to please. They appeared to work well with each other and seemed to enjoy their work. It was fun to watch!!

Vincent C, Duluth, MN

Thank you for prompt and excellent work.

Patricia Z, Duluth, MN

The team you sent out were outstanding to say the least. They were extremely careful and made sure nothing else was damaged during the removal. They cleaned up with rakes, brooms, and a blower, and left my property looking better than when they arrived! I will definitely recommend and use your service again.

Dana W, Silver Bay, MN

Excellent service! Thank you.

Chuck H, Duluth, MN

Thank you! We were impressed with your service and the outcome. We will happily give you all a good recommendation and have been!

Debbie and Dave S, Duluth, MN

Thanks for the fast and efficient work!

Joe & Lisa K, Duluth, MN

The guys did a great job.

Greg S, Duluth, MN

Thanks for your excellent service and great job with clean up. The men in each crew worked so well together. I appreciate their willingness to explain what they were doing and answer my questions.

Evelyn A, Duluth, MN

Thanks for a neat and complete tree removal job.

Richard & Andrea, Duluth, MN

Thanks for your usual good work.

Dave B, Duluth, MN

I hated to see my tree go. Thanks for a fine job. The young man who removed the stump left my yard in great shape.  Please tell your crew they a great job.

Ann A, Duluth, MN

Our compliments to the friendly, courteous crew who completed a hazardous job so safely and efficiently. You made it look so easy. Thanks for a job well done.

Myles and Laurel B, Duluth, MN

Excellent job! Very satisfied and will recommend you to Angie’s List.

Ed E, Superior, WI

Thank you. I know from years ago that your company is so reliable.

Dorothy L, Duluth, MN

Thank you for your prompt service. Your workers were capable and courteous.

Larry & Marlene Z, Duluth, MN

A very nice job and nice crew!

Mary Ann S, Duluth, MN

Want to thank you for a very nice piece of work. The crew cutting and doing the stump removal was great. Nice crew and good workers. I’ll recommend Rick’s to anyone who needs work done. Thank you.

Thomas B and Barbara R, Duluth, MN

Nice job!  Incredible cleanup! Thank You.

Andy T, Duluth, MN

Thank you for your service, you did what needed to be done.

George F, Duluth, MN

Terrific job! As well done as expected. Thanks to the three who did it.

Roger H, Duluth, MN

Just a note to express our satisfaction and gratitude for the crew that worked in our yard. They were quick, efficient, polite and professional. We are so happy with the new appearance of our yard and will be happy to recommend Rick’s Tree Service whenever we get the opportunity.

Jeff and Jane B, Wrenshall, MN

Thank you for the excellent service I received recently from your firm.  All of your people were friendly, courteous & worked very fast and hard on my property.  Your price was fair and I was thoroughly impressed, Thank you.

William J, Superior, WI

Thank you for such a wonderful job. A very professional crew.

Kira & David K, Duluth, MN

Thank you so much for the great job your guys did. It looks wonderful. Thanks again!

Carol U, Duluth, MN

Thanks so much for the fast and neat tree removal! We appreciate it!

Rod L, Duluth, MN

Your crew was so great to work with! Thanks!

Liz, Duluth, MN

Thank you for getting my trees cut down before it got later in the season. The guys did a great job of cleaning up so all I have to do is pick up some strays and rake. I appreciate your hard work and professionalism. Take care  and     keep safe.

Jennifer J, Duluth, MN

Thanks for the good work and fast response.

Ed M, Superior, WI

Just wanted to let you know that we were very impressed with the crew that came to our house. We were amazed at their skill. Also, in moving huge logs around my flower beds, not a single leaf of my flowers was damaged,   which I really appreciated. Great group of guys. Thanks so much!

Dina & Dave P, Duluth, MN

The tree was cut down very quickly and in a timely fashion.

Sue P, Duluth, MN

WORK & PROJECTS

Our tree removal site work includes comprehensive assessment, precise cutting, and thorough cleanup to ensure your property is safe and aesthetically pleasing. We handle projects of all sizes, from residential backyard tree removals to large-scale commercial clearings, with a focus on efficiency and minimal disruption.

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