Family-Owned Since 2003
About Tree Wizard
Columbia, Missouri's certified arborist-led tree service. The same family, the same standards, for over two decades.
Our Story
Tree Wizard was founded in 2003 by Chris Haubner, a Columbia native who built the company from the ground up. More than twenty years later, it's still the same family-owned operation — not a franchise, not a corporate rollup.
Chris holds ISA Certified Arborist credential MW-4356A, issued by the International Society of Arboriculture. That credential means every job gets the eye of someone who understands tree structure, disease, and risk — not just someone with equipment. Verify the credential on the ISA directory →
We work throughout Columbia, Boone County, Callaway County, and the surrounding Central Missouri area. Whether it's a routine trim or a technical removal with a crane, the same standards apply on every job.
Why Choose Tree Wizard
- ISA Certified Arborist on every job. Chris Haubner assesses every job himself — every job gets the eye of someone who understands trees, not just equipment.
- Locally owned since 2003. Columbia-based, family-operated. Not a franchise, not a call center in another state.
- Crane-capable. We own our crane and handle large, technical removals without subcontracting. That means faster scheduling and a single point of accountability.
- Same-day emergency response. We pick up the phone. For storm damage and urgent hazards, we prioritize and tell you the real response window.
- Full cleanup included. Brush, limbs, debris — all hauled away. Your property is left clean.
- Fully licensed and insured. Liability and workers' comp on every job. Your property is protected.
Our Team
Chris Haubner
Owner & Certified Arborist
Chris founded Tree Wizard in 2003 and has spent more than two decades caring for trees across Central Missouri. As an ISA Certified Arborist (MW-4356A), he brings real expertise to every job — from routine pruning to complex crane removals. Chris is on-site, not just in the office.
- ISA Certified Arborist MW-4356A
- Licensed & Insured
Dave
Estimator
Dave handles estimates and project scoping, making sure every job is priced accurately before the crew arrives.
Teri
Office Manager
Teri runs the office — scheduling, follow-up, and making sure every customer gets a timely response.
Aiden (A.J.)
Crew Lead
A.J. leads a ground crew focused on safe, efficient work and clean job sites.
Vance
Crew Lead
Vance leads technical climbing and removal jobs, with a focus on protecting surrounding structures and landscaping.
Tami
Groundsperson
Tami keeps the ground zone organized and safe throughout every job.
Service Area
We serve Columbia and the surrounding Central Missouri area, including:
Frequently Asked Questions
- Tree Wizard is owned by Chris Haubner, an ISA Certified Arborist (credential MW-4356A) who has been working trees in Central Missouri since the company was founded in 2003. It's a family-owned operation — Chris is on-site for jobs, not running the company from an office.
- Since 2003. That's more than two decades of tree work in Columbia and the surrounding area under the same ownership. We're not a franchise and we haven't changed hands.
- Yes. Chris holds ISA Certified Arborist credential MW-4356A, issued by the International Society of Arboriculture. You can verify the credential directly on the ISA directory.
- Yes. Tree Wizard carries full liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage. Our certificate of insurance is available on request or on our site.
- Our shop is at 1489 Old U.S. 40, Columbia, MO 65202. We serve Columbia and the surrounding area including Fulton, Ashland, Auxvasse, Mexico, Holts Summit, and throughout Boone and Callaway counties.
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