Russell Kennedy

ISA Board-Certified Master Arborist #MN-0269B

B.S. Forest Resources, U of M

My name is Russell Kennedy and I have worked at Rainbow Treecare since 1998. I have been a Consulting Arborist at Rainbow Treecare since 2002. I have a Bachelor of Science in Forest Resources from the University of Minnesota with a minor in Urban Forest Management. I was one of the first ISA Board-Certified Master Arborists in our state. My focus is on tree health, preservation, and safety. I live and work in SW Minneapolis. I am active in our urban forestry community. I appreciate living in a community where trees are valued!

About Rainbow

Since we began in 1976, we have built our business by being on the cutting edge of what gets the best results. Dedicated to scientifically proven methods, we are continually educating ourselves in order to provide the most effective solutions to you. Rainbow is 100% Employee-Owned.

Rainbow Divisions

Full-service Tree Care
www.rainbowtreecare.com

Full-service Lawn Care
www.rainbowlawncare.com

Full-service Pest Control
www.rainbowpestexperts.com

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Jim L.

Shout out to Sam (sales) and Nathan (foreman) for carefully walking us through the process to ensure that we were all on the same page before starting work on our maple tree. The work itself was perfect despite difficult weather conditions. Thanks!

Terry H.

I appreciate the note that Gordon wrote after treating my ash tree, stating the the tree was "absolutely stunning". That was good to hear!

Gail H.

Quinn Williams came to treat my elm tree. He went 'above and beyond' to figure out how to turn on my water supply in order to accomplish his task!

Mary Pat S.

We have had Rainbow Treecare out several times to deal with different issues, including treating our Ash tree for Emerald Ash Borer and treating and pruning our Spruce tree. Everyone who has come out has been very professional, thorough, and easy to work with. In particular, our area’s arborist, Sam, has been incredibly helpful and responsive. He takes the time to explain things and has always provided a quick and accurate quote for the work we are considering. For our latest call, Sam came out and dealt with a branch on a power line as a courtesy, which was much more than I was expecting and much appreciated! We have been very happy to have Sam as a resource, and we will certainly be calling him and Rainbow in the future. Highly recommend.

ernest M.

Rainbow tree very is concerned about the health of your trees!

Kelsey J.

We used Rainbow Tree Company to trim a maple tree as well as a very tall spruce. We waited a few months for the appointment, but they were quick to bid the project and came at the appointment time. They hauled away the debris and did a great job trimming the two trees.

john S.

Kaity was very professional.

Sean K.

We trust Rainbow with our 225 year old White Oak. They do incredible work!

Dave J.

I had a slight miscommunication about what was going to be a mulch bed and what was going to be grass. With one call a service appointment was made. Reggie and Eli came out for the service call and hot everything corrected and helped me with the straw mat to keep the dirt in place.

Annette W.

We had 5 trees over 70 feet that needed thinking out and deadwood removed. We had an arborist come out first to evaluate the conditions and provide an estimate. The entire process was seamless with great communication for the steps needed prior to the climbers coming out. When they arrived (4 tree climbers) they were efficient, polite, very professional and informative for any questions we asked. They respected our extensive plantings (no damage at all) and the clean up was immaculate. It was a great experience, I highly recommend them.

Josh A.

Great customer care. They did an awesome job listening to our concerns and making things right. Would recommend.

James K.

Rainbow Treecare has been our go-to company for tree issues for some time. A big part of our satisfaction is our visits from Charles Kastern, your arborist. He is unfailingly helpful, friendly, and polite. He answers all our questions knowledgeably, a great representative of your company.

corey W.

Our pest experts tech was amazing! He was so polite and knowledgeable, and took great care to explain the process of the services provided. I highly recommend Rainbow Pest and all of their other service divisions!

Sharon J.

The tree trimmers did an excellent job, were courteous and cleaned up the yard thoroughly. We were very satisfied and highly recommend Rainbow!

C. A.

Great company. All information given true/accurate. Price fair for the service they offer. They showed up for appointment on time. Worker performing work, informative & did good job!

Kim K.

The scheduling was great. Communication has been very good. I love how Rainbow Treecare reminded me when treatment is due; furthermore, I called on day one and within two days, our Ash tree was treated for Ash Borer prevention. I’m sent a bill following the treatment and they bill exactly what was proposed for treatment cost. Mckenzie (Technician) did a great job informing me of her intentions regarding treatment of our Ash tree. She also noted that she found a slug or two and recommended those be treated.I highly recommend Rainbow Treecare.

Gloria B.

Rainbow Treecare removed 2 large trees. I appreciated the crew that came to complete this task. I call the removal of these trees a work of art. The process was amazing to watch. Before they left everything was totally cleaned up. The men were courteous, kind, communication was easy because they spoke English.I have referred them to my neighbor.

Jeff W.

The guys from Rainbow Treecare did an excellent job removing a big ash tree between multiple power lines. And the clean up afterwards was great. Would highly recommend them.

Wendell W.

Need to phone for appointment

Ryan C.

I have had multiple people I have worked with throughout my life and companies. The professionalism and expertise that Rainbow tree offers for tree removal is beyond top tier. From the get go my arberesist Joey out of the little Canada office was very quick to come out and give me the best quote I got out of 4 other companies and companies that also said no it's to big if a tree for our crew. The entire process of watching the tree being removed safely and professionally the entire time. Words can't describe how amazing this company is. The tree removal crew Luke R and Cory are some of the most talented tree removal experts and arborist they there are. Tom and Reggie came out to finish the job and smoothed everything out. All 5 of these gentleman deserve a well job done. Keep it up and thanks to everyone else that assisted.

Maggie S.

Can't say enough about the fast, professional, thorough job the team did. Thank you Russell, Luke, Matt and Tyler. Responsive and immaculate. We've been customers for 6 years and you will continue to be our only call!

Kaden I.

I haven't used the service, but I've run into some of the Treecare employees and they are super nice! Super knowledgeable too! I asked a little about their job and they were more than happy to share!

Judith B.

Rainbow Tree care is great. They treated my tree with care. They truly care about trees.

Stephanie C.

Leben was knowledgable, helpful, informative and obviously loves what he does! He gave us the info we needed on the trees we were concerned about and then showed us another issue we didn't know we had. He gave us professional advice and I would definitely recommend Rainbow Treecare (and Leben) to everyone!

steve and Julie C.

Great customer service. Raya was so friendly, informative and answered all my questions.Thank you for communicating and keeping us updated at all times.

Ed B.

Thanks to the tree removal and stump grinding teams.Very thorough and well done.

Joe A.

We got our trees treatment and we’re happy with what they did.

Matt B.

1st time using Rainbow, great experience. Slow to schedule but absolutely worth it as we've discovered there are a lot of sketchy and unreliable contractors out there. Had a 40 ft white pine removed next to our pool so we were definitely worried about safety, power lines and the mess. We literally did not see a single speck of sawdust or leftover broken branch, either from the tree downing or the stump grinding afterward. Team super friendly, fast, and now it looks like there was never a tree there to begin with. Highly recommend.

Tim B.

Webb did a great job. appreciate the attention to detail really focuses on exactly what needs to be done to help these trees Stay healthy. Super grateful.

Russell Kennedy

ISA Board-Certified Master Arborist #MN-0269B

B.S. Forest Resources, U of M

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