About Us


With a robust history dating back to 1933, Wright Tree Service is now one of the largest vegetation management contractors in North America.

We provide vegetation management, storm restoration, and work planning services to utility companies and their communities across North America. Wright Tree Service is headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, and has more than 4,000 employees across 16 geographic divisions.

Our Vision

Wright Tree Service will continue to be recognized by utilities as providers of the highest levels of quality, service, responsiveness, reliability and value.

Our Mission

To provide reliable service to our customers by ensuring that transmission & distribution lines, and railroads are clear of vegetation.

To provide attractive value appreciation to our employee owners.

To provide team members with an environment that enables them to achieve their personal and professional goals.

To make a positive difference in the communities we serve.

Our Values

SAFETY – It is everyone’s responsibility; we each own it.

FAMILY – Our foundation is based on teamwork and inclusion.

STEWARDSHIP – We are dedicated to environmental sustainability. 

EXCELLENCE – We exceed client expectations through resourcefulness and innovation.

INTEGRITY – We abide by the highest ethical standards.

Our Industry Partners

The International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) is a professional organization that seeks to promote the professional practice of arboriculture and foster a greater worldwide awareness of the benefits of trees through research, technology and education. Many Wright Tree Service employees are members of ISA and have achievement the designation of ISA Certified Arborist, ISA Certified Arborist Utility Specialist, ISA Certified Tree Worker Climber Specialist, and/or ISA Certified Tree Worker Aerial Lift Specialist. The company is also a Silver Patron Member.

The Utility Arborist Association (UAA) is a professional organization for individuals and companies with interest in and a commitment to the maintenance of trees and other vegetation. It is the leading North American organization for the enhancement of quality utility arboriculture and right-of-way vegetation management. Many Wright Tree Service employees are members of UAA and serve on the organization’s committees as volunteers. The company is also a sponsor of UAA.

The Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) is the public and professional resource on trees and arboriculture, representing approximately 2,100 tree service and affiliated member companies. Many Wright Tree Service employees are Certified Treecare Safety Professionals (CTSPs) through TCIA, and the company is an Associate Member.