West Seattle Bush and Shrub Removal

Homeowner’s Issue

West Seattle yards ride a fine line between lush and overgrown. The marine climate here means heavy winter rains, mild summers, and a long moss/ivy season—especially on north‑facing slopes near Lincoln Park and the shady pockets around Admiral. Soils are a mix of glacial till, pockets of compacted loam, and clay in lower terraces; that combination holds water and hides gnarly roots. Sloped lots in Fauntleroy and near Alki need staged removal to avoid erosion, and sightline issues along narrow streets and driveways are common. Homeowners call us when shrubs crowd sidewalks, choke sight triangles, or host invasive species like English ivy and Himalayan blackberry. Curb appeal and safety matter more here—HOAs in some subdivisions expect neat front yards, and wet winters accelerate rot and pest habitat under overgrown hollies and laurel. We work without herbicides: root extraction, stump grinding, repeated hand‑pulls, and careful soil management to prevent re‑sprouting. The goal is a tidy, lower‑maintenance yard that drains properly, keeps slopes stable, and looks deliberate from the street. If your yard holds water after a storm or sightlines are blocked at a corner, those are the exact West Seattle problems we solve—quickly, quietly, and sustainably.

Our Quality Service

We remove unwanted bushes and shrubs using a mix of hand tools, power pruners, stump grinders, and small excavators for large roots. We schedule work to avoid the soggiest weeks to reduce compaction and erosion. Typical small jobs finish in a few hours; larger removals or slope work run half to full days. Everything is done sustainably: no herbicides, no burning—material is chipped, composted, or hauled to green‑waste. We flag drainage issues and recommend simple fixes like French drains or gravel pads when needed. Benefits: safer sightlines, reduced pest habitat, improved curb appeal, and less ongoing pruning work for you.

What’s Included

• Site assessment and removal plan
• Mechanical removal (cutting, root extraction, stump grinding as needed)
• Debris cleanup: chipping, composting, or hauled-away green waste
• Basic grading and touch‑up soil after removal
• Final sweep and tidy curb presentation

Options / Upgrades:

• Mulch + landscape fabric installation
• Native replacement planting (low‑water natives)
• Organic weed control and follow‑up hand weeding (no herbicides)
• Haul‑away vs. leave‑for‑compost (we can load your green‑bin or haul to compost)

Before & After / Expectations

Expect noise and a bit of a mess during the workday—chainsaws, grinders, and chippers are sometimes needed. We protect lawns and paved areas, but heavy equipment access may be required on larger jobs. Debris is chipped on site when practical; larger root balls are hauled away. Timelines: small front‑yard jobs usually same‑week; larger slope/haul jobs need a day and a short prep window. Aftercare: water new plantings in early morning during dry spells, avoid adding heavy mulch on compacted soils until settled, and plan for repeat ivy pulls—mechanical removal often needs a 2nd visit to stop regrowth.

Care tips for West Seattle:

• Water new plantings in morning during July–September dry spells; otherwise rely on seasonal rains.
• Expect peak weed pressure in spring and fall after rains.
• Remove ivy close to the base and follow roots out to prevent regrowth.

FAQs (3–5)

• Q: Do you use herbicides?
  • A: No. We use mechanical removal, root extraction, stump grinding, and organic follow‑ups only.
• Q: How long before regrowth is controlled?
  • A: For invasive ivy/blackberry, expect at least one follow‑up within 6–12 months. Native shrubs take longer to establish.
• Q: Will you grind the stump?
  • A: Yes, stump grinding is available and recommended for full removal and to reduce re‑sprouts.
• Q: Do you handle steep slopes?
  • A: Yes—we use staged removals and erosion controls; larger slope stabilization may need additional planning.

Call to Action

If your West Seattle yard needs a clean start—Admiral porch visibility, Alki path clearance, or slope work near Lincoln Park—we’ll show up, give a fair plan, and get to work. Quick scheduling, free estimates, and local know‑how. Email neatandtidyseattle@gmail.com to book a site visit or send photos for a fast estimate.