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Your Trusted Tree Service Experts in Ephrata, PA
Premier Tree Service has been serving Lancaster County, PA with professional tree care solutions since our founding. As a family-owned business, we combine decades of hands-on experience with specialized equipment to tackle projects of all sizes, from routine trimming to complex removals near power lines. Our team holds certifications through the International Society of Arboriculture and maintains full insurance coverage for every job. We prioritize safety, efficiency, and property protection while delivering competitive pricing through our modern fleet of tracked lifts and bucket trucks.Our 24-hour emergency response ensures prompt assistance during storm damage or hazardous tree situations. We guarantee transparent communication throughout the process, from initial estimates to final cleanup, treating every property with the same care we would our own. Our commitment to courteous service and ethical business practices has earned us trusted relationships with residential and commercial clients across the region.
Services
Tree Removal
Trimming & Pruning
Stump Grinding
Emergency Service
Storm Cleanup
Land Clearing
Highlights and features
- We operate specialized tracked lifts that access tight residential spaces
- Our team responds to emergency calls within 24 hours
- We maintain full insurance coverage for all tree service operations
- Our arborists hold certifications through the International Society of Arboriculture
- We provide honest estimates with no hidden fees for stump grinding services
Associations and certifications
- International Society of Arboriculture
What people say
Excellent job
Great clean-up
Very courteous
Professional
Courteous
Services
Tree Removal
We professionally remove trees of all sizes, including those near buildings and power lines. Our specialized equipment allows safe access to challenging locations while protecting surrounding property. Our certified arborists assess each tree's condition to determine the safest removal method, ensuring minimal disruption to your landscape and structures.
Trimming & Pruning
Our trimming services improve tree health and appearance using industry-standard techniques. We utilize tracked lifts to reach difficult areas that standard bucket trucks cannot access. Regular pruning prevents hazardous branch failure and maintains proper growth patterns while enhancing your property's aesthetic appeal.
Storm Cleanup
We provide rapid response for storm-damaged trees and branches. Our team prioritizes emergency calls to quickly restore safety and accessibility to your property. With specialized equipment and trained personnel, we handle urgent situations involving downed power lines and structural hazards while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Stump Grinding
We offer professional stump grinding services to eliminate unsightly remnants after tree removal. Our modern grinding equipment creates clean, level surfaces suitable for replanting or landscaping. Stump removal is available as an add-on service with clear pricing communicated during the initial estimate process.
Land Clearing
We clear wooded lots for construction or development projects by removing all trees and debris. Our equipment handles large-scale clearing while minimizing soil disturbance. We provide complete site preparation services including debris removal and grading to meet your specific land development needs.
People
Ryan Horst
Owner
As owner of Premier Tree Service, Ryan Horst leads our family-owned business with a focus on customer relationships and ethical practices. He ensures every project maintains our standards of professionalism, safety, and property protection while delivering competitive pricing through efficient operations.
Questions
Do you handle tree removal near power lines?
Yes, our ISA-certified arborists have specialized training and equipment to safely work around power lines during tree removal and trimming operations.
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide 24-hour emergency response for storm-damaged trees and hazardous situations, prioritizing urgent calls for immediate cleanup and removal.
Is stump grinding included in estimates?
Stump grinding is an optional add-on service. We clearly communicate pricing for this service during our initial estimate process.
How do you access tight residential spaces?
Our specialized tracked lift equipment can navigate through 4-foot gates and tight spaces to reach difficult tree locations while protecting your property.
Are you insured for tree services?
Yes, we maintain full insurance coverage for all our tree removal, trimming, and land clearing operations to protect both our team and your property.
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Reviews (7)
Fabiano Spadaro
Nov 28, 2021
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Will you trust this business to remove your tree? Last July I hired Premier Tree Service to remove a dead cherry weeping tree from my house. As I was on vacation with my family, I received a phone call from Premier asking me if it was OK to remove the dead tree without me being at home. A few weeks before, I talked to the owner, Ryan Horst, about where exactly the tree was located in my yard. He came, saw the tree and gave me an estimate which I agreed to pay once the service was done. So why wouldnt I trust the company I just hired to do this job, even though I wasnt home? Isnt that
Dale W.
Jun 13, 2021
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Great job and worked with neighbors making the price more reasonable. Won't hesitate calling again when needed.
Jeff Burridge
May 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness
Outstanding work in a tight spot. Start to cleanup Premier Tree Service is top "knot". Ryan's team, Mike and Mark did amazing work. When you need to branch out, don't be stumped. Call Premier
Services:Tree trimming and pruning,Tree removal
Outstanding work in a tight spot. Start to cleanup Premier Tree Service is top "knot". Ryan's team, Mike and Mark did amazing work. When you need to branch out, don't be stumped. Call Premier
Services:Tree trimming and pruning,Tree removal
Bethany Fitzpatrick
Apr 15, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
We had a large pine tree removed from our front yard. They 2 guys did a great job! They ended up having an early opening and could get us in a few weeks earlier than expected!
Service:Tree removal
We had a large pine tree removed from our front yard. They 2 guys did a great job! They ended up having an early opening and could get us in a few weeks earlier than expected!
Service:Tree removal
Susan Darby
Mar 17, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I have had Premier on several occasions to take care of tree trimming. I am very satisfied with the quality of their work. The guys are friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. I will always call Premier for all my tree services.
Service:Tree trimming and pruning
I have had Premier on several occasions to take care of tree trimming. I am very satisfied with the quality of their work. The guys are friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. I will always call Premier for all my tree services.
Service:Tree trimming and pruning
J. Phillips
Nov 10, 2020
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I am so impressed by Premier Tree Service. Very professional tree trimming at an extremely reasonable price. We had a very large neighbors tree branch removed from our property. I was nervous, as we have a pool, fence and shed very close. I had nothing to worry about! They obviously know very well what theyre doing! Our property is intact and the nice man in the bucket truck even got my dogs frisbee off our patio roof. I will recommend them to everyone!
R. Abney
Oct 29, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Positive first experience with Premier Tree Service. They provided residential tree trimming, spending about 5 hours on 6 trees. Competitive pricing, too!
Positive first experience with Premier Tree Service. They provided residential tree trimming, spending about 5 hours on 6 trees. Competitive pricing, too!
