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Kevin Nietering, Arborist Representative
Kevin Nietering, Arborist Representative at Bartlett Tree Experts, works out of the following offices:
More about Kevin Nietering
Kevin attended Grand Valley State University earning a bachelor’s degree in Natural Resource Management. He gained experience during an internship with the City of Grand Rapids Forestry Department. Continuing his education at Michigan State University, Kevin earned a master’s degree in Urban Forestry, studying the conflicts between tree roots and urban infrastructure.
After his graduation in 2017, he started working at Bartlett Tree Experts as a plant health care specialist, caring for many of West Michigan’s beautiful landscapes and protecting them from native and exotic pests. He has also worked on pruning crews, gaining experience in those aspects of tree and shrub care. He is an ISA Certified Arborist and is a State of Michigan Certified Pesticide Applicator. As an Arborist Representative, Kevin services the Zeeland/Hamilton area, as well as South Lakeshore and Fennville to New Buffalo. He looks forward to working with his clients to help them maintain the health, safety and beauty of their landscapes.
In his spare time, Kevin enjoys relaxing with his wife and daughter, and hiking in northern Michigan.

What Our Customers Are Saying About Kevin Nietering
Everyone was amazing. Kind, friendly, professional, efficient, and hard working. We were very impressed with Bartlett, from beginning to end. You have gained a loyal customer. Everyone was awesome.
Katherine S., Muskegon, MI
We were just remarking how our trees and bushes look so healthy. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Awesome experience with your company so far.
Rob and Kate L., Zeeland, MI
Staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.
Mike and Tina W., Hamilton, MI
Kevin has been terrific. He has been responsive in a timely manner, communicative, and a pleasure to deal with. Very pleased.
Keith G., Fennville, MI
Great people. Very knowledgeable and helpful. I would highly recommend them.
William A., Zeeland, MI
Great Service. Thank you.
Beth W., Fennville, MI
Very pleased, as usual. Great job.
Virginia O., Douglas, MI
All three crew members were great, courteous, friendly, quiet, and efficient. They even left the site tidier then when they arrived. I continue with Bartlett because everyone I interact with is a true professional.
Diane R., Covert, MI
The staff has always been helpful, they are good listeners, and fully respect my property and my neighbors' properties. Our trees look better.
Nate G., Hudsonville, MI
I had a great experience interfacing with Kevin. He was knowledgeable and friendly. I appreciated how prompt his electronic communication was in addition to his candor during his visit and willingness to give me general advice on plants in my yard that were out of scope of the work I was getting quoted.
Tobin T., Jenison, MI
Friendly, respectful of our space, professional, and cleaned up completely.
Anne-Marie N., Zeeland, MI
Everyone I have worked with at Bartlett have been professional and courteous. Excellent company.
Doris D., Zeeland, MI
I am very pleased with the work.
Margie K., Holland, MI
The experience is top notch. The crew member who fertilized our trees and bushes explained things in full and suggests consideration of added treatment for mites in our Boxwoods to even out the foliage color. I appreciate the expertise shared and her friendly and informative approach. We had a competitor going door to door this spring suggesting we go with them as they do other homes in the neighborhood. I explained that we already have Bartlett doing an excellent job.
Rob and Kate L., Zeeland, MI
I was contacted by the technician prior to treatment. Bartlett Tree provides great service and is very professional. I recommend them as much as possible.
Joyce W., Hudsonville, MI
Everyone was professional and thorough. I had an excellent experience and would highly recommend Bartlett.
Jenny B., South Haven, MI
Very clear communication, solid plan, and terrific work. I very much appreciate the staff’s professionalism and quality.
Matthew D., Jenison, MI
Very professional and knowledgeable.
Mike D., Zeeland, MI
Announced their arrival, introduced themselves, explained what they were doing. And asked if I had any questions. Efficient, thorough, and got down to the job at hand. Good communication all around by Staff. Always courteous and accommodating. Kevin and Alison are great to work with.
Joel N., Grandville, MI
Staff is always friendly and polite, willing to answer our questions. We are perfectly satisfied with your work.
David and Suzanne C., Grandville, MI
Staff is always polite and knowledgeable. We always receive great service.
Susan S., Grandville, MI
I appreciate that you take the time to explain what you are going to do and why, and you always leave the place better than you found it.
Mike and Christy B., Hudsonville, MI
Very professional. You guys rock.
Tim H., Douglas, MI
Friendly and knowledgeable. Kevin was great at assessing my needs and giving me a prompt quote. Derek was here to perform a fertilizing service and was also knowledgeable and willing to answer questions. Great service with good interactions with all the Bartlett people I have met.
Ron B., Hudsonville, MI
I have an unusual tree and Kevin did research to understand the pruning required. He presented options so I understood them. Then the crew did a great job of carrying out the plan. I look forward to a healthy strong tree for many years.
Robin, Grandville, MI
Thank you for being courteous and respectful and doing a terrific job.
Mike and Christy, Hudsonville, MI
Your service was perfect.
David and Suzanne, Grandville, MI
Great experience. Hard workers, knowledgeable about their work. Thank you.
Sally, Zeeland, MI
I was not able to be home when two trees were removed. I had no reluctance whatsoever about having the work done in my absence. Friendly site team and considerate of our safety and avoiding disruption. Kevin kept me very well informed.
Mark O., South Haven, MI
We appreciate his followup to our questions. The crew was courteous and professional.
Warren, Grandville, MI
The crew who came to trim our tree was very friendly and knowledgeable. They did an excellent job.
Chester, Hudsonville, MI
There is nothing that could have been done better. The crew was top notch and got all the pruning done quickly and cleaned up thoroughly. Everyone involved was friendly and professional. The crew was very focused on safety.
Camaron, Hudsonville, MI
Everyone always very friendly, courteous, and above all, professional. Last assignment was a tricky tree removal. Tree was located between house and garage near an ornamental tree that had to be protected. Crane was used and struts had to be placed very carefully near garage and another mature tree while avoiding damage to surrounding shrubs. Placement was accomplished with perfection, mere inches from plantings and a garden statue. Well done. Removal of tree and stump done - no complaints.
Mark, South Haven, MI
No issues, just waiting until spring to appreciate the results of the trimming. Our arborist was courteous. I did a walk around with the team leader who listened and answered questions. The team was knowledgeable of what the arborist’s report indicated. All went well as it was my first experience with trimming in the winter. They finished just as the snow started.
Karen , South Haven, MI
I was impressed by the work done by the crew who did the root invigoration. They were efficient and professional-and it is hard work.
William, Fennville, MI
All staff respectful. Explain what they are doing.
Gloria, Hudsonville, MI
Everyone was very professional and answered all our questions. We are very happy with your services, and will recommend you to our friends and neighbors.
Brad S., Georgetown Twp., MI
Excellent customer service as always. All polite, professional, knowledgeable, and quick to respond.
Mike S., South Haven, MI
Kevin is amazing. I thought I was going to have to cut down my two trees and he brought them back to life. We are so thankful for him. A tree is a small thing, but our family spends hours under that tree. Thanks for going above and beyond.
Lindsay, Hudsonville, MI
Knowledgeable, courteous staff. Very professional company all the way around.
Diane, Douglas, MI
Always friendly, knowledgeable, and respectful of grounds and home. Thank you.
Brian and Ronna, Douglas, MI
Very professional in every respect.
Steven, Jenison, MI
The entire staff was courteous and took the time to explain and show me everything that was done. I am very satisfied with what has been done.
Deborah, Jenison, MI
Very happy with the work crew, and very pleased with the work that was done.
Sally B., Grandville, MI
I was gone on vacation while Bartlett came and trimmed our trees. When I arrived home, the trees looked great, and everything was very cleaned up. Great job.
Ryan D., Hudsonville, MI
I did not see any issues, so I felt the experience was well handled and professionally managed. Kevin Nietering had alerted me to the long delay prior to work being done, so I appreciated that, and I did not need to inquire to be informed that work was being completed. So, that was well done. Also, when a small issue arose regarding the work, the crew leader informed me of the situation, and it was resolved quickly.
My experience with the arborist, crew members, and the quality of work reinforced why I am pleased to continue working with Bartlett going forward.
Matthew D., Jenison, MI
Happy customer.
Richard K., Zeeland, MI
Your crew was efficient and very polite. Your representative was very nice and helpful. Although bamboo is not in the realm of tree service he gave me a tip on helping to get rid of it, or at least slow the spread for which I am grateful. When I need tree service in the future I will not hesitate to call Bartlett. I definitely will refer Bartlett to friends and family.
Sherry, Jenison, MI
Very friendly and professional staff. We are very pleased with our tree outcome. The whole experience was so positive. Thank you.
Tom, Zeeland, MI
Great service. Very nice people, very professional.
Susan, Grandville, MI
Staff was a joy to work with. Thank you for your service.
Glenn, Zeeland, MI
Kevin is knowledgeable. He takes the time to listen and thoroughly answers questions. Scheduling was easy. We have trusted Bartlett with our tree health for many years.
John and Lisa, Fennville, MI
Very helpful, knowledgeable, and accommodating.
Deb, South Haven, MI
Everything was well done. We are happy with your work.
Lyle, Zeeland, MI
I appreciate the thoughtful service and care for my property and trees provided by Kevin. Kevin is always friendly, efficient, and helpful.
Diane, Covert, MI
The only negative was the amount of time it took from first contact to completion of the job. But I understand in times we live a lot has changed. But 100% happy with your work.
Randy, Zeeland, MI
Skilled, courteous, cheerful, with safety always there. We were sure we made a good choice in choosing Bartlett.
Herman and Phyllis, South Haven, MI
Kevin was very helpful in explaining what he thought the problem was. A few weeks later he has started the process to try to help my Oak tree.
Jill D., Jenison, MI
I have greatly appreciated the expertise when consulting about tree questions with Bartlett.
Bryant, Grandville, MI
Guys were very good and very nice. Explained what they were doing as they trimmed my Japanese Maple tree. Great people. Kevin Nietering explained what the crew was going to do when they got there and the two men that did the trimming were very nice and my tree looks very nice. I will definitely use Bartlett again when the need arises.
Lowell, Zeeland, MI
All staff are friendly and efficient. Kevin’s visits are always good, understanding my concerns for aging tree health, treatments, and safety and taking the time for my questions. Staff follows through on additional services requested. We love our trees.
C.D., Grandville, MI
Very polite and knowledgeable regarding trees.
Susan, Grandville, MI
Top notch.
Julie S., Hudsonville, MI
Everyone is professional and efficient.
Leland, Fennville, MI
Very educated and provided an informed consultation. Followed through in timely manner with work order needed.
Scott and Lori, Zeeland, MI
Helpful. Made options available, along with their suggestions on how to proceed to reduce farther damage.
Duwayne N., Hudsonville, MI
All Bartlett people are superb, extremely knowledgeable, professional, and pay extreme attention to safety.
Mark and Mary, Fennville, MI
We really appreciate the expertise and friendliness of Kevin. He is always available for my questions and works with us to keep all our trees healthy.
Julie F., South Haven, MI
Very helpful staff.
Phillip H., Hudsonville, MI
All employees are friendly, informative, and professional.
Rob L, Zeeland, MI
Not one thing wrong, just keep up the great service. I really appreciate your expertise and care of our trees.
Kathleen, Hudsonville, MI
Savannah was friendly, informative, and efficient. Thank you.
Brian A., Douglas, MI
Superb attention to detail and safety. I have worked in many hazardous fields. Amazing quality of work. Safety protocols. We cannot find the words to recommend Bartlett enough. We were amazed. I have four chainsaws. Have been dropping trees since 1975. This time needed the professionals. Outstanding. We highly recommend Bartlett. The old cliché, you get the Professionals Worth the extra ten percent of cost.
M. andM., Fennville, MI
The tech that did this work was excellent. He explained what was being done before and after and made sure he did not leave with me having any questions. Explained the care I needed to do to them next spring. Excellent communications and very professional. Thank you.
Mike S., Grand Rapids, MI
Everyone is considerate, friendly, and professional.
Leland H., Fennville, MI
The Crew went beyond what we thought they would do, again getting us closer to completing our future projects.
Daniel C., Grand Haven, MI
Kevin was extremely informative and knowledgeable. I learned so much during his assessment of my property and he addressed all of my many concerns and questions. I look forward to working with him as he manages my property in the years to come.
Janice K., Watervliet, MI
Kevin was thorough and responsive to questions.
Joe R., Grandville, MI
Will and Travis, who took down my trees, were very professional, communicated well, and did a very good job.
Bob M., Zeeland, MI
Everyone was very courteous and nice to us. The job was well done. No problems at all.
Lyle V., Zeeland, MI
It was a pleasure to work with Kevin and the Crew
We have worked with Bartlett a number of time on our two properties and our neighbors have used them since also. Bartlett's quality service is great, You get what you pay for.
Brian K., Harbert, MI
Thank you so much for your outstanding service.
Sheri G., Zeeland, MI
I have started to use Bartlett at our house in California because of the great service I have received at my home in Michigan for so many years.
Mary Kay B., Fennville, MI