Dennis Barker began Treebeast in June. He does tree removal, limbing and topping for the whole West End (Lake Sutherland to Neah Bay to Queets and the Clearwater) because he saw a definite need. Many people have told him that trying to get people from Port Angeles to come out here for tree work is very difficult.
Barker has been a logger for over 15 years, 10 of which have been hook tending so he has a lot of experience climbing trees and climbing them high.
“I like to look at each tree as an individual as far as its needs,” said Barker. “For example, hemlocks don’t like to be topped. I would advise against it but do what the homeowner wants.”
Treebeast provides regular tree service for a local real estate company and has had several local clients.
At this time, Barker is charging an hourly rate while he becomes more familiar with bidding jobs. All estimates are free and he usually shows up ready to do the job at the time of the estimate which has worked out nicely for many customers.
Though he is still logging a regular work week, he is hoping Treebeast will grow into a business to support his family.
Treebeast can be reached at 360-327-3702 or bigfirrylogger81@gmail.
