Brighton, CO — Serving 22 Front Range Communities
Brighton's Most Experienced Tree Service
Tree removal, stump grinding, and 24/7 emergency response across the Front Range — owner-operated by Shawn Brandau for 30+ years. No subcontractors. Company-owned crane. Free written estimates.
Licensed & Insured
4.9/5 Google Rating
Owner on Every Job
24/7 Emergency Line
Tree on your house or in your driveway? Storm damage doesn't wait — neither do we.
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What We Do
Tree Services for the Entire Front Range
Six core services, one owner-operator crew — from a single stump grind to a crane-assisted cottonwood takedown over your house.
Emergency Tree Service
24/7 live-answered emergency response for fallen and hazardous trees.
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Stump Grinding & Removal
Complete stump removal below grade — replant, pave, or reclaim the space.
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Tree Trimming & Pruning
Colorado-timed pruning — structural cuts, deadwood, and crown care.
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Why Brighton Chooses Us
30 Years. One Brighton Crew. No Subcontractors.
Shawn Brandau has climbed, cut, and cleaned up Front Range trees for more than three decades — and he's on every job, personally. When you call Creative Tree & Stump, the crew you meet at the estimate is the crew that does the work.
- Owner-operated — Shawn is on every job, no subcontractors, ever.
- Company-owned crane — no rentals, no delays, safe takedowns over houses and power lines.
- Licensed, insured & bonded — documentation available before any job starts.
- Flat-rate written estimates — the quoted price is the final price.
- Front Range species experts — cottonwood, ash (EAB), elm, spruce, and pine.
Shawn Brandau
Owner / Operator — Creative Tree & Stump LLC
30+
Years of Industry Experience
22
Front Range Communities Served
6
Counties — Adams to Denver
4.9★
Average Google Review Rating
Service Areas
Proudly Serving 22 Communities Across 6 Counties
From Brighton and Fort Lupton to Boulder, Arvada, Westminster, and Denver — free estimates everywhere we work.
Customer Reviews
Rated 4.9/5 by Front Range Homeowners
Real reviews from Brighton, Northglenn, Arvada, and across the Front Range.
We had a 45–50 ft tall evergreen tree in our front yard that was starting to lean and needed to be removed. They were able to remove the tree and grind the stump within the same week for a reasonable price.
Christine Jacob
Shawn and his crew did an awesome job removing an aspen and a cottonwood from our property. The cottonwood was over 40 feet tall and in an awkward location but they got it out without any property damage.
Andy Fortna
They took out 2 very old very tall cottonwoods in our backyard. Each about 75 ft tall and 6 ft across at their bases. This company went over and above the call of duty. Great company!
Sandra Barry
I had an emergency tree situation at my home in Northglenn. I called them late at night, and to my surprise, they answered immediately. Shawn and his team arrived at my property in no time.
Julio Solis
We called just before noon and in less than 24 hours, our tree and stump were removed. This has to be the most organized and efficient company we have EVER dealt with.
Norman Hogan
So impressed with Creative Tree & Stump. Scheduling straightforward, communication clear & reliable. Work done safely, skillfully, with great care of surrounding property. Very satisfied Arvada customer!
Bob Kapple
Learn With Us
Front Range Tree Knowledge, Written by Our Crew
Practical, honest guidance for Colorado homeowners — emerald ash borer, cottonwood problems, pruning calendars, and wildfire defense.
Emerald Ash Borer in Colorado
Identify EAB, understand treatment vs. removal, and protect your ash trees.
Read the guideFront Range Cottonwood Problems
Splitting, roots, ice damage — and the real cost of waiting too long.
Read the guideColorado Pruning Calendar
What to prune, when, and why — month by month for Front Range species.
Read the guideWildfire Defensible Space
Zone-by-zone guidance for Boulder County and Front Range foothill homes.
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FAQ
Questions Homeowners Ask Us Most
How much does tree removal cost in Colorado?
Front Range tree removal typically runs $350–$1,800 for standard trees and $1,500–$5,000+ for large cottonwoods needing crane work. Every Creative Tree & Stump job starts with a free written estimate — the quoted price is the final price, flat rate.
Do you answer the phone 24/7 for tree emergencies?
Yes. The emergency line at (970) 580-6932 is answered live around the clock — usually by Shawn himself — not an answering service. Fallen trees, storm damage, and hazardous situations get same-day response across the Front Range.
Do you own a crane?
Yes — the crane is company-owned, which means no rental wait times and no third-party scheduling. Large or hazardous trees are removed safely in sections, even over houses and power lines.
What areas do you serve?
We serve 22 communities across Adams, Weld, Jefferson, Boulder, Broomfield, and Denver counties — from Brighton and Fort Lupton to Boulder, Arvada, Westminster, and Denver. See our Service Areas page for the full list.
Ready for a Free, Written Estimate?
Call the live 24/7 emergency line or request an estimate online — Shawn will come out, walk your trees with you, and give you a flat-rate number. No pressure, no surprises.
