Who owns Tree Wizard?

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.

How long has Tree Wizard been in business?

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.

Is Tree Wizard licensed and insured?

Yes. Tree Wizard carries full liability insurance and workers' compensation coverage. Our certificate of insurance is available on request or on our site.

Where is Tree Wizard located?

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.

About Tree Wizard | Family-Owned Tree Service in Columbia, MO Since 2003

Our Story

Tree Wizard was founded in 2003 by Columbia native Chris Haubner. What started as a local tree service has grown into one of Central Missouri's most trusted crews — still family-owned, still locally operated, and still led by the same standards Chris built the company on.

Chris holds ISA Certified Arborist credential MW-4356A, issued by the International Society of Arboriculture. That means your trees are assessed by someone trained to understand structure, health, disease, and risk — not just someone with a saw and a truck. Verify the credential on the ISA directory →

From routine pruning to crane-assisted removals, we bring the same care to every property: honest recommendations, safe work, clear communication, and cleanup before we leave.

Need an expert opinion on a tree? Request a free estimate from Chris and the Tree Wizard team.

Why Homeowners Choose Tree Wizard

Certified arborist judgment on every job. Every job is reviewed by Chris Haubner, ISA Certified Arborist MW-4356A, so recommendations are based on tree health, structure, and risk — not guesswork.
Local and family-owned since 2003. We're based in Columbia and serve our neighbors across Central Missouri. No franchise scripts, no out-of-state call center.
Equipped for complex removals. Our crane lets us handle large, hazardous, and hard-to-access trees safely and efficiently — often without waiting on outside subcontractors.
Real emergency response. When storms hit or a tree becomes dangerous, we answer the phone, prioritize urgent hazards, and give you a realistic response window.
Cleanup is part of the job. Limbs, brush, and debris are hauled away so your property looks cared for when we leave.
Licensed, insured, and accountable. We carry liability and workers' comp coverage, and we make it easy to view our certificate of insurance.

Our Team

The people who show up at your property matter. Our crew is experienced, safety-minded, and committed to doing the work the right way — from the first estimate to the final cleanup.

Chris Haubner

Owner & ISA Certified Arborist

Chris founded Tree Wizard in 2003 and still brings a hands-on, arborist-led approach to the work. As an ISA Certified Arborist (MW-4356A), he evaluates trees for structure, health, risk, and safe removal options — whether the job is routine pruning or a complex crane-assisted removal.

ISA Certified Arborist MW-4356A
NCCER Certified Crane Operator

Dave

General Manager

Dave oversees day-to-day operations and handles estimates, project coordination, and customer communication. He helps make sure every job is scoped accurately and runs smoothly from start to finish.

Teri

Office Manager

Teri keeps the schedule moving and the communication clear. From first calls to follow-up, she helps make sure customers get a timely response and know what to expect.

Aiden (A.J.)

Aerial Lead

A.J. leads aerial operations — climbing, rigging, and directing the work above the ground. He keeps the crew coordinated and the cuts precise, from the first limb to the final piece.

Vance

Crew Lead

Vance leads climbing and removal work where precision matters. He focuses on safe execution, careful rigging, and protecting nearby structures, lawns, and landscaping.

Tami

Ground Lead

Tami leads ground operations — managing debris as it comes down, keeping the work zone clear and safe, and making sure cleanup stays ahead of the job rather than waiting until the end.

Service Area

Tree Wizard provides tree trimming, tree removal, crane-assisted removals, and emergency storm cleanup throughout Columbia, Boone County, Callaway County, and nearby Central Missouri communities.

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.

Columbia's Family-Owned Tree Service Since 2003