Do you need Professional Tree Service?
We're the Experts
Serving the Salt Lake City Metro Area
5 Star Reviews on Google and KSL
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Large Tree Removal
Whether you need a crane or a professional tree climber, we are capable of removing the tallest trees in the Salt Lake City Metro. With over 30 years of combined tree climbing experience we are confident in our abilities to remove trees well above 50 feet.
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Standard Tree Removal
It’s our bread and butter to evaluate and remove your tree no matter the size. Our crews use safe and effective techniques to safely remove trees near power lines, fences, or close to your home. Whether your tree is small or large we can remove it.
03.
Tree Pruning
Pruning tees involves thinning and trimming the canopy to enhance natural branching patters. Our crew will be careful to make sure we do not damage your tree during the pruning process.
04.
Stump Grinding
Rent a Monkey removes stumps often in the Salt Lake City Metro. Give us a call today and we will professionally remove your stump with professional equipment to make sure the job is done right.
05.
Ornamental Pruning
Ensure the growth and long-term health of your shrubs with Rent A Monkey’s pruning services. We use great care in preserving the lifespan of your shrubs.
06.
Firewood Cutting
Do you want firewood but need help along the way? Whether you want us to turn your fallen tree into firewood, or leave wood behind on the job site, we are willing to help.
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Hazardous Tree Evaluations
Do you need your dead or injured tree evaluated? Rent A Monkey does on site inspections weekly in the SLC Metro area. Contact us for more information.
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24/7 Emergency Assistance
Rent A Monkey is on call 24/7 for Emergency Assistance. Whether power lines or a recent storm have effected you. We are ready to help.
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We're open to Ideas
If you think you could use our services for other needs, reach out today to discuss our capabilities. We’d be more than happy to have a discussion about your needs.
Pricing & Reviews
Our pricing model is to offer quality over quantity. What we mean by that, is unlike other tree companies that try to get your job completed as fast as possible. We try our best to take our time and focus on your job. So instead of trying to complete 5-10 jobs a day, we try to complete 1-3 jobs a day. We will likely charge more than our competition, since we are on your property longer than anyone else, but we will do it once and do it right. We focus on safety hazards such as your fence, plants, garden, house, power lines etc. We make sure to take care of your property and your trees like their our own.
Our Commitment to Customers:
Our commitment to customers is to be the highest quality tree service company in the Salt Lake City Metro. The Tree Industry isn’t always full of the most professional and qualified workers. We understand that because all of us at Rent A Monkey have worked for other unprofessional companies.
Our goal is to stand out by dressing professional when we give an estimate, arriving on time, communicating with all our customers frequently, and most of all doing good work. We do not want to damage your property in the case of a tree removal. We move your plants, adjust your flowers, talk with the neighbors, contact the power company if necessary.. etc.
We also try to leave your property looking spotless. We use rakes and leaf blowers to clean up your property and make it look like we were never there. If we don’t succeed simply call us and we will come back to make it look perfect. If we damage your fence for example, we will come back to fix it, free of charge.
In the case of a tree prune, we aim to prune your tree properly so we do not damage the tree. It is so important to have experienced arborists to properly prune your tree. If done wrong, you can easily damage your tree, send it into shock, and even kill the tree.
Our Reviews on KSL:
Overall Rating: 5 Stars
Based on 13 Reviews
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions:
How are you handling Covid 19
During bids we practice social distancing and wear masks to make customers feel comfortable. We don’t pressure to shake hands, enter your home, or contaminate any area. We will happily work with you to make you feel safe.
Do you have a standard price
Most jobs vary considerably. Reach out for a bid, and we will arrive on site to give you an immediate estimate. We can typically bid your job within a day or two, and have it scheduled next week!
How far do you drive
Depending on the job we will quote jobs outside of the Salt Lake City Metro. Call, email, or text to see if you qualify for a bid. You can also send detailed photos in an email or text describing the job so we can give you an idea of price.
Are you insured?
Of course! Rent A Monkey is fully insured.
When do you use a Crane?
We climb trees of any size. But if you are nervous about a dead tree, an extremely tall tree, or a tree hanging right over your house that isn’t climbable, using a crane can be the best option for certain jobs.
Will climbing Spikes damage my tree?
If we are pruning your tree to trim branches and improve the health of your tree, we will not use climbing spikes. We will only use climbing spikes for tree removal.
Do I need to be home while you work?
If you’re not home while we are at your residence that is perfectly fine, if we need to know anything just call before hand. We’re here to help!
How do you accept payments?
Cash, Venmo, or Check
ABOUT US
Our Team:
Gregg Nelson
Owner & Climber
Gregg is a co-founder of Rent A Monkey. He graduated Winona State University with a Degree in Business Administration. After college Gregg moved to Salt Lake City and worked as a line clearance arborist. After working his way through management he went on to work for a residential tree care company. After working his way into management in both companies Gregg decided to start his own business with Kyle Hanson. Through years of experience he learned the technical skills and operational management skills required to run a business. With his degree in business, experience as an arborist, and discipline from the US Marines, Rent A Monkey has been a successful and growth oriented company due to Greggs efforts.
Kyle Hanson
Owner & Climber
Kyle is a co-founder of Rent A Monkey. Following family tradition, Kyle followed his fathers footsteps and began tree climbing at 18. After 21 years of hard work Kyle still enjoys climbing trees and training new crew members. Originally from Washington, Kyle is experienced climbing some of the largest trees in the United States. In fact Kyle operated his own business for 15 years in the Seattle area until moving to Salt Lake City. His skill and experience play a major role in the success of Rent A Monkey. No matter how complicated the job is; with Kyle’s experience and background we always seem to find a way to solve the problem. Experienced in sales, climbing, and operating a business, Kyle is a very well rounded member of Rent A Monkey.
Randy Fantz
Climber
Growing up in Washington Randy was always interested in the idea of doing tree work. After meeting Kyle, they briefly worked together in Washington. With the need for an extra hand, Randy flew to Salt Lake City to help Rent A Monkey temporarily. After falling in love with the Utah area and seeing potential for growth within the company, Randy decided to stay and is now a fast learning tree climber for Rent A Monkey. He is a great asset to our team, his hard work and willingness to learn allows him to excel as a climber.
Tyrel Openshaw
Climber
Originally from Utah, Tyrel found his love for manual labor from a young age. Working throughout multiple trades in the blue collar world, he knew he wanted to end up as a tree climber. Reaching out to Rent A Monkey “cold turkey” we could tell Tyrel wanted a shot at tree climbing. After working as a groundsman for only 2 months, management saw his willingness to learn and hard work ethic and promoted him to become a climber. Quickly Tyrel learned how to climb and is now a fast learning tree climber on our crew. He is an asset to our company and is always willing to go the extra mile to get the job done right.
Andrew Thoreson
Marketing and Sales
Growing up neighbors, Andrew and Gregg both attended the same High School and University. Graduating Winona State University with a bachelors degree in Marketing. Needing a job immediately out of school, Andrew worked as an arborist in Minnesota. He later moved onto working full time in marketing and sales for a company in Minneapolis. With his combined knowledge of arboriculture and marketing, Andrew is a great new asset to Rent A Monkey Tree Service by handling all marketing and sales operations.