Dangerous Trees & Overgrown Palms? We Handle Them Safely.

From precision trimming to complete removal and stump grinding. Licensed, insured, and serving all of Oahu.

Dangerous Trees & Overgrown Palms? We Handle Them Safely.

From precision trimming to complete removal and stump grinding. Licensed, insured, and serving all of Oahu.

Ulu (Breadfruit) tree trimmed and topped to perfection in Kailua

Tree Trimming & "Eco-Pruning"

Ulu (Breadfruit) tree trimmed and topped to perfection in Kailua Oahu

This isn't just hacking away branches. Improper trimming can kill a tree or make it grow back weaker and more dangerous. We focus on Eco-Pruning:

Health First: We remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches ("crown cleaning") to improve the tree's structure and airflow.
Storm Prep (Canopy Thinning): We reduce the "wind sail" effect by thinning the canopy, preventing branches from snapping during Oahu’s high winds.
Structure Clearance: We safely prune back limbs that are rubbing against your roof, threatening power lines, or blocking your view.
Fruit Tree Boosting: For Mango, Avocado, and Lychee trees, proper seasonal pruning increases sun exposure and boosts your next harvest.

Tree Removal (Complex & Tight Spaces)

Professional arborist climbing and removing a dangerous invasive Albizia tree in Kaneohe Oahu

Sometimes the tree just has to go. Whether it’s invasive, dead, or threatening your foundation, we remove it safely.

Zero Damage Rigging: We use advanced rigging to lower heavy logs slowly, ensuring your roof, fences, and driveway are untouched.
Underground Safety: We take care not to crush delicate irrigation pipes, septic tanks, or sewer lines during the removal process.
Invasive Species: We specialize in removing aggressive invaders like Albizia, African Tulip, and Gunpowder trees that choke out native Hawaiian plants.
Complete Haul-Away: We don’t leave you with a mess. All green waste is chipped and hauled to a composting facility (or left as mulch if you prefer).

Professional Arborist trimming a coconut palm tree and treating for Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle in Kailua Oahu

Coconut & Palm Safety (+CRB Treatment)

If you own a coconut palm in Hawaii, you have a responsibility to keep it safe from falling nuts and the invasive Rhinoceros Beetle.

Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle (CRB) Inspection: We inspect every palm for boreholes and beetle damage. If found, we can recommend traps or systemic treatments to save the tree.
"Spikeless" Climbing: We use non-invasive climbing gear whenever possible. Climbing spikes create wounds that attract beetles and disease—we avoid them to keep your palms healthy.
De-Nutting & Safety: We remove heavy coconuts and dead fronds before they fall, protecting your family and parked cars.
Aesthetic Crown Cleaning: We trim palms to the "9 and 3" clock position, giving them that clean, resort-style look without over-pruning (which hurts the tree).

Stump Grinding

close up of a stump grinder grindeing a monkey pod stump in kailua

Nothing looks worse than a leftover stump. It’s a tripping hazard, a pain to mow around, and a magnet for pests.

Termite Prevention: Old stumps are the #1 breeding ground for termites near your home. We grind them out to stop the colony before it starts.
Deep Grinding: We grind 6–12 inches below the soil line to ensure the stump doesn't regrow.
Root Chasing: We chase visible surface roots that ruin your lawnmower blades, not just the main trunk.
Ready for Grass: We backfill the hole with the resulting mulch/soil mix, leaving the area ready for fresh dirt and sod installation.

Ryan Tucker, Owner of Tux Landscape LLC operating a stump grinder in Kailua Oahu

Why Trust Team Tux with Your Trees?

Licensed & Insured: Tree work is dangerous. If you hire an uninsured handyman and he drops a branch on your neighbor's car, you are liable. We carry full insurance so you can sleep easy.
We Haul Everything: We don’t leave piles of branches on your curb. We chip it, haul it, and dispose of it responsibly (green waste recycling).
We Clean Up: We are obsessive about the cleanup. Your yard will look cleaner than when we arrived.

About Us

Land Clearing for Renovations

A backyard in Wahiawa cleared and graded, fully prepared for a full yard makeover

Looking to clear a jungle to build a backyard oasis? If you are clearing trees to make room for a new yard, we can handle the Land Clearing, Forestry Mulching, and immediately transition into a Full Yard Makeover. Don't hire two different companies when we can do the whole job.