Northern Woods Tree Service is a local, family-owned, women owned business that has proudly served the Northern VA, MD and the greater Washington DC area for over 48 years. Founded by Robert Blakely in 1977, an arborist, Navy veteran and loving father of three daughters. After his sudden passing in 2022, his daughters took over running the business, preserving their father’s legacy and continuing to serve their community.
Northern Woods Tree Service is dedicated to preserving the health of trees and keeping customers safe and satisfied. We provide our customers with the very best tree care possible at a competitive price. It’s our passion for trees and extensive experience in the field truly set us apart from other companies.

Why Choose Us?

• Experience Matters: Between our team of certified arborists, a master arborist and experienced climbers and groundsmen, we have combined experience of over 230 years.
• Local Expertise Matters: Our team understands the specific challenges for trees and shrubs in Northern VA, Maryland and Washington DC areas. We have been operating in the area for over 48 years and have extensive experience with the local flora, as well as bacteria and fungal pathogens. We work closely with Virginia Tech and their labs to analyze soils, tree parts, and to help diagnose diseases.
• Tailored for Northern Virginia’s Flora: There is a diverse range of tree species in our area. Our pruning services are customized to address the specific growth patterns and needs of those trees, to ensure they are healthy and thriving.

We provide comprehensive tree services for commercial, residential, and municipal clients throughout the DMV.