19 Years. Family Owned. One Standard.
We started Schade's Tree Service because we believed homeowners in North Royalton and greater Cleveland deserved a tree crew that treated their yard like it was their own. Almost two decades later, that's still the only standard we work by.
Why Jonathan Started Schade's
Jonathan Schade started this company in 2006 with a simple belief: people in North Royalton and the greater Cleveland area deserved a tree service that actually cared about their property. Not just getting the tree down — but leaving the yard right.
He'd seen too many jobs done carelessly — debris left behind, lawns torn up, flower beds trampled, fences nicked. Homeowners left to deal with the aftermath of a crew that was already on to the next job. That's not how Jonathan was raised to work, and it's not how he was going to run a business.
"We care about the customer and their property. We take every precaution possible — and we're not done until your yard looks right."
Nearly 20 years and 10,000 customers later, that commitment hasn't changed. Schade's is still a family-owned operation, not a national franchise. Our crew still brings the same property-first mentality to every job. And Jonathan is still the one answering the phone.
We're licensed, insured, and run a drug-free workplace — because professionalism and accountability are part of taking care of people's homes. You won't get a stranger who doesn't know your yard. You'll get us.
Almost Two Decades of Showing Up
From a single truck in North Royalton to 10,000+ customers across Northeast Ohio — here's how we got here.
Schade's Tree Service Founded
Jonathan Schade launches the company in North Royalton, Ohio — built on one principle: treat every customer's property like it's your own. First jobs, first handshakes, first reputation built one yard at a time.
Building a Crew Worth Trusting
Grew the team with experienced, dedicated workers — accumulating what would become 60+ combined years of tree service expertise. Built the drug-free workplace policy from day one. Every person on the crew was someone Jonathan would send to his own mother's yard.
Crane Service Added
Invested in crane capability — giving us the ability to handle removals other companies call impossible. Trees over roofs, against structures, with no drop zone. It became one of our defining differentiators and a service Northeast Ohio didn't have easy access to.
24/7 Emergency Response Formalized
After seeing too many homeowners stranded after storm damage with nobody answering, we committed to 24/7 emergency availability — no exceptions. Storms don't keep business hours, and neither do we.
10,000+ Customers & Still Family-Owned
Nearly two decades in, Schade's Tree Service is still exactly what it started as — a family-owned crew that does the job right and leaves your yard cleaner than we found it. 10,000+ customers across Northeast Ohio. The same standard from day one.
The People Behind Every Job
When you hire Schade's, you're not getting a random crew dispatched from a central call center. You're getting us — the same people, the same standard, every time.
Jonathan L. Schade
Owner & Founder
In the tree business since before 2006, Jonathan built Schade's from the ground up on one belief: the job isn't done until the yard is right. He answers the phone, runs the estimates, and sets the standard every crew member works by.
The Field Crew
Tree Service Specialists
Our crew brings 60 combined years of tree service experience across Northeast Ohio. These aren't rotating strangers — they're professionals Jonathan trusts enough to send to any property, including his own.
Our Promise to You
The Schade's Standard
Every person who shows up at your property is licensed, insured, and part of a drug-free workplace. You'll know who's coming. You'll know what it costs before we start. And you won't pay until the job is done to your satisfaction.
The Values That Drive Every Job
These aren't poster words. They're what we actually do, on every job, for every customer.
Property-First, Always
Your lawn, garden, driveway, and fence matter. We protect everything around the tree, not just the tree itself. No shortcuts on cleanup.
Honest & Upfront
The price you agree to is the price you pay. No "while we were in there" charges. No surprises at the end. Your approval before we begin — every time.
We Show Up & Answer
We return calls. We answer emergencies at 2 AM. We show up when we say we will. Responsiveness isn't a bonus — it's the baseline.
Done Right or Not Done
The job isn't finished when the tree is down. It's finished when your yard is clean, your property is intact, and you're satisfied. That's when you pay — not before.
What You Can Always Expect From Schade's
We've served 10,000+ customers across Northeast Ohio. In almost 20 years, these aren't just policies — they're how every single job gets done, no exceptions.
- Full cleanup included, always. Every branch, chip, and piece of debris removed. We rake, we clear, we haul. Your yard should look like we were never there.
- Price confirmed before we start. We assess the job, give you a clear number, and don't touch a thing until you agree. No estimates that balloon mid-job.
- Your property protected throughout. Lawn, garden, driveway, fence — all treated with care. We bring equipment and methods that protect what matters to you.
- 24/7 emergency response. Tree down on your house at 3 AM? We answer. Emergency tree service in North Royalton and greater Cleveland, around the clock.
- Honest recommendations. If trimming is better than removal, we'll tell you. We work for your yard's best outcome, not the bigger ticket.
We don't ask for a single dollar until the job is done and you're satisfied.
- Free estimate — no cost, no obligation
- Price agreed before any work begins
- Job completed to your satisfaction
- Full cleanup before we pack up
- Final walkthrough — you decide we're done
Licensed, Insured & Accountable
Before you hire any tree service, ask to see their insurance. An uninsured crew means you could be liable for injuries or property damage on your own property. We carry full coverage — and we're happy to provide documentation before we start any job.
We Accept
Ready to Meet the Crew?
A free estimate is your chance to see how we work — before you've spent a dollar. No pressure, no upsell. Just an honest look at your tree and a straight price.