St. Charles, MO – Friday, May 15, 2026
Tree Guardians announced the acquisition of Rite-A-Way Tree Service, a tree care company founded in 1974 that has long served the St. Charles and St. Louis communities. This strategic acquisition expands Tree Guardians’ presence in the Midwest and underscores its commitment to advancing professional tree care and enhancing landscapes across the region.
Rite-A-Way Tree Service is recognized for its commitment to professional, responsive and customer-focused care. Together, the companies will build on that foundation, further elevating tree care standards while strengthening long-standing customer relationships.
“Rite-A-Way Tree Service has earned a strong reputation in the community, and their commitment to quality aligns closely with our focus on growth and excellence,” said Charlie Haines, CEO of Tree Guardians. “We are thrilled to welcome them to the Tree Guardians platform as we continue our mission of delivering exceptional tree care across the Midwest.”
“Joining forces with Tree Guardians marks an exciting next step for our company,” said Brad Stricker, second generation President of Rite-A-Way Tree Service. “This partnership brings additional resources and capabilities that will benefit both our customers and our team. It allows us to expand our service offerings while continuing to provide the high-quality tree care our communities rely on.”
As part of the Tree Guardians network, Rite-A-Way Tree Service will continue to deliver its signature high-quality care while benefitting from enhanced resources, training, and technology available through Tree Guardians’ larger platform. Tree Guardians continues to pursue strategic acquisitions as part of its long-term growth strategy, further strengthening its position as a leader in professional tree care.
About Tree Guardians
Founded by Halle Capital in 2023, Tree Guardians is building a diversified platform focused on partnering with owners and operators of exceptional tree care businesses across the United States. For more information, visit https://www.treeguardians.com.
About Rite-A-Way Tree Service
Operating since 1974 and based in St. Charles, MO, Rite-A-Way Tree Service offers professional, insured, and certified arborist-led services. They specialize in residential and commercial tree removal, trimming, stump grinding, and emergency storm cleanup. Known for quality and precision, Rite-A-Way Tree Service employs a licensed team of professionals who leverage advanced equipment to deliver safe, efficient, and dependable results. For more information, visit https://riteawaytreeservice.com.
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