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About This Business

North Woods Tree Service is a tree care company serving Clackamas County, Multnomah County, and Washington County, Oregon, with over 25 years of experience. Offers emergency tree removal, crane-assisted removals, tree trimming, limbing, rigging, and climbing for residential and commercial properties. Crews manage storm cleanup, hazardous tree removals, routine pruning, and complex rigging in tight spaces. Based in Beaver Creek, Oregon.

BBB Accredited Since: 8/21/2025

Years in Business: 9

Products and Services

Emergency & Hazard Services
Urgent Emergency Tree Removal
– Storm-damaged, fallen, or dangerous trees removed quickly and safely.

Storm & Wind Damage Cleanup
– Clearing downed trees, branches, and debris after severe weather.


Hazardous Tree Assessment
– Identifying trees at risk of falling or causing property damage.

Residential & Commercial Tree Care
Tree Pruning & Trimming
– Improving tree health, shape, and clearance from structures/power lines.


Crown Reduction & Thinning
– Reducing size, weight, and wind resistance of large canopies.


Deadwood Removal
– Clearing hazardous limbs before they cause damage.


Tree Climbing Services
– Precision trimming or removals in hard-to-reach areas.

Large-Scale & Logging Services
Full Tree Removal
– Safe takedown of trees of any size.


Logging & Land Clearing
– Clearing lots, acreage, or development sites.


Right-of-Way Clearing
– For roads, utilities, pipelines, and easements.


Timber Harvesting
– Professional logging with proper equipment and scaling.

Commercial & Municipal Services
Commercial Property Tree Maintenance
– Regular service for HOAs, businesses, and facilities.


Municipal & Utility Line Clearance
– Partnering with cities and utilities for safe clearances.


Contract Tree Services
– Long-term maintenance for large properties or organizations.

Specialized & Preventive Care
Tree Health & Risk Assessments
– Identifying disease, rot, or instability early.


Cabling & Bracing
– Structural support for weak or split trees.


Stump Grinding & Removal
– Eliminating stumps for safety and replanting.


Brush Clearing & Fire Prevention
– Reducing wildfire risk with defensible space services.

Equipment-Based Services
Crane
-Assisted Tree Removal
– Handling oversized or dangerous removals.


Chipping & Hauling
– On-site debris processing and removal.


Excavation & Site Prep
– Preparing land for construction or landscaping.

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Business Details

BBB File Opened:
3/7/2018
Business Started:
4/1/2016
Business Incorporated:
3/29/2016
Type of Entity:
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
Alternate Names:
JBC Customs LLC
Business Management:
Mr. James B. Cowell, Owner
Ms. Nancy A. Cowell, Member
Justin R Cowell, Member

Additional Contact Information

Principal Contacts
Mr. James B. Cowell, Owner
Customer Contacts
Mr. James B. Cowell, Owner
Justin R Cowell, Member

Licensing information

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Latest Reviews

  • Justin C.

    "This amazing company came out to my house to in *********** to remove 8 150ft **** fur trees. Lots of work." ... Read full review

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