The West Difference
Since its founding in 1945 by A. D. West and M. E. Erickson, West Tree Service has been committed to delivering dependable and professional Right of Way (ROW) maintenance services for utilities.
In 2020, West Tree Service celebrated its remarkable 75th year in business, a milestone of which we are incredibly proud. This achievement has been made possible, primarily, by our dedicated and loyal employees. We remain committed to upholding the highest standards of workmanship and continuously seek ways to enhance our productivity and resourcefulness to better serve our valued customers.
West Tree Service is a trusted contractor specializing in vegetation management services for various utility companies, including Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs) like Entergy and OG&E, Cooperatives, Municipalities, and gas pipeline firms. Our comprehensive services encompass tree trimming, removal, herbicide application, and mowing, ensuring utilities maintain a well-maintained Right of Way. This clear Right of Way is crucial for utilities to deliver consistent, reliable, and uninterrupted services to their valued customers.
We have thriving partnerships with the regional major utility companies including OG & E, Entergy, First Electric, Conway Corp, and AT&T.
Today, boasting a workforce of over 500 employees, more than 150 dedicated crews, and a substantial fleet of over 600 specialized equipment pieces, such as bucket trucks, dump trucks, Jarraffs, brush chippers, back yard buckets, grapple trucks, skid steers, service trucks, and pickups, West Tree Service efficiently serves utilities across Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Mississippi.
It is also worth noting that the majority of our management team and supervisors hold certifications from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), an organization dedicated to promoting the professional practice of arboriculture.