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Tree Trimming Service

Overgrown branches threaten your roof and power lines. Weak limbs can snap during the next big storm. You need a safe way to protect your home and keep your landscape looking great.

Ignoring heavy branches puts your family and your property at risk. Trees need regular care and maintenance to stay healthy and structurally sound. You do not have to wait for a branch to fall before taking action.

Our locally owned and operated tree service company provides expert tree trimming to secure your property. We serve residential and commercial tree clients across Southwest Florida. You can request a free on-site estimate today to get started with the best tree care services.

What Is Tree Trimming?

Tree trimming is the careful removal of specific branches to improve tree health and safety. This process is also called tree pruning. It involves cutting away dead, diseased, or overgrown limbs.

We do not just randomly cut branches. We use structural pruning. This means we make precise cuts to train the tree’s growth so it becomes strong and balanced.

Proper tree trimming allows wind to flow through the canopy. This reduces the hazard of the tree falling over during high winds. It also lets more sunlight reach your yard below. When you need Fort Myers tree trimming, you want experts who understand tree biology.

Problems This Service Solves

Heavy branches hanging over your roof can cause severe damage. Scraping limbs wears down your shingles over time. A sudden storm can send those branches crashing through your home, leading to expensive storm damage.

Dense tree canopies block sunlight from reaching your yard. This kills your grass and ruins your landscape. Thinning the canopy brings your lawn back to life.

Dead or diseased branches spread tree disease to the rest of the tree. They also attract pests like termites and carpenter ants. Removing these limbs stops the spread and saves the tree. Sometimes, if the decay is too far gone, tree removal is the only safe option.

How Our Tree Trimming Works

First, you contact us for a free on-site estimate. Larry Hudson personally visits your Fort Myers area property to assess your trees. He provides a detailed quote so you know exactly what to expect.

Next, we schedule your tree work. Our English-speaking crew arrives on time with the right tools. Larry briefs the team on the exact plan of attack before work begins.

Then, we carefully trim your trees using specialized gear like bucket trucks and cranes. We protect your property while we work.

Finally, we clean up the site completely. Our phenomenal cleanup process leaves your yard spotless. You only pay when the job is done.

Your Options for Tree Trimming

You have a few different options depending on your specific trees. Canopy thinning removes select branches from the inside of the tree. This reduces weight and lets wind pass through safely.

Deadwood removal focuses only on removing dead, dying, or diseased branches. This cleans up the look of the tree and prevents falling hazards.

Palm tree trimming requires a specific approach. We only trim palms to the ten and two clock face position. This is the arboricultural standard to keep palms healthy and strong.

We never perform hat racking. This is the harmful practice of cutting off all the top branches. We provide expert tree care that protects your investment.

The Benefits of Getting This Done Right

Proper trimming and pruning protects your home from expensive roof and structural damage. You save money by preventing accidents before they happen.

Healthy trees increase your property value. A well-maintained landscape makes a great impression on guests and buyers.

Your trees will live longer and grow stronger. Correct pruning heals faster and prevents disease from taking hold.

You gain total peace of mind. You will not have to worry about crashing branches every time the wind blows in Lee County.

How to Know When You Need Tree Trimming

You need to watch for clear signs that your trees need attention. Waiting too long turns a simple trim into a costly emergency service call.

Look for branches touching or scraping your roof, windows, or power lines. This is an urgent safety hazard. You must address this immediately to prevent property damage or fires.

Check for dead, brittle, or leafless branches. These are called deadwood. They can snap and fall at any moment.

Notice if your tree has a very dense canopy. If you cannot see sunlight through the leaves, the tree is too thick. High winds can easily push a dense tree over.

Look at the base of the tree and the main trunk. If you see deep cracks or splitting wood, the tree is under severe stress. Heavy branches might be pulling the tree apart.

Ask yourself these questions:

  • Has it been more than three years since my trees were pruned?
  • Do I see branches hanging low over my driveway or sidewalk?
  • Are my palm fronds turning brown and drooping heavily?
  • Did a recent storm leave hanging or broken limbs in the canopy?

If you answer yes to any of these, you need a professional assessment. Trimming a tree now costs much less than the cost of tree removal later.

What Does Tree Trimming Cost?

Tree trimming starts around $250. The final price depends on several factors. We offer competitive pricing for all our tree care services in Fort Myers.

The size and height of the tree affect the cost. Taller trees require more specialized equipment, like cranes or bucket trucks.

The location of the tree matters. Trees close to power lines, pools, or houses take more time and care to trim safely.

We provide free on-site estimates for every job. Larry Hudson will walk you through an itemized quote. We also offer a 10 percent discount for new customers and a 15 percent discount for repeat customers.

Our Clean Property Promise

We promise to leave your project clean and tidy. You will not even know we were there when we are gone. You will only notice that your trees are expertly trimmed and your property looks beautiful.

Ready to Schedule Tree Trimming?

Protect your home and improve your landscape today. Our team is ready to deliver quality services for your trees. Contact us now to request your free on-site estimate for the best tree care services in Fort Myers.

FAQs

Excellent rating
Based on 49 reviews
+1
Larry Hudson and his team of great professionals have been taking care of my large 30 year old live oaks since 2022 alway great work and extremely clean. Larry the tree surgeon has always been very honest and true to his word on schedule which is hard to find these days I always recommend him to all my friends and family. Thanks Larry.
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Edward Larsen
3 days ago
+0
What an awesome experience! Rusty and Mike are a great team. They worked well together and very efficient. The clean up and disposal of the debris was as promised. Very professional company from start to finish.
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Steve Kinney
26 days ago
+0
I had my oaks professionally trimmed for the first time in 10 yearsas well as a few other items. I've been getting many compliments from the neighbors.
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Rick B
62 days ago
On behalf of the Landscape Committee at Sail Harbour we wish to thank Larry and his crew. we had them help us with a large project removing numerous trees and we couldn't be more pleased. not only did they meet or expectations they exceeded them. we will call upon the again.
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Bryan Ballard
106 days ago
Honest, fair priced, and quality work. I’ve used them exclusively whenever I have something that exceeds what I can safely manage.
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Michael Korf
124 days ago
We shopped around for foxtail palms and found them very reasonable and the service was Excellent ! We have gotten 5 different palms from them total and are looking to get more from them very soon .
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John Minter
175 days ago
+1
Larry Hudson and his crew did an outstanding job of cutting up and removing a cottonwood that had fallen due to a recent storm. They also removed a ficus tree that had grown into our power lines. When they were done, you would not have known that the trees were ever there. They did all this quickly and left the yard immaculate. We are planning to have more work done and we will be using them again without hesitation. Thanks Larry and give your crew a big thank you from us!
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GREGORY MAKI
175 days ago
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Larry Hudson
178 days ago
+2
These guys are truly amazing! I started on wanting to have one palm tree removed and the price they gave made me question if they would really do it that cheap. When they came to remove the tree, I requested a quote to trim some other trees. They worked with me and explained that the trees I wanted trimmed were invasive and would continue to go out of control. I got a quote and was shocked at how reasonable they were. The crew was absolutely amazing. They came in removed 3 big trees, several bushes and ground out the stumps. They cleaned up and you never knew they were there. We also discussed another tree that was very tall and just waiting for the next hurricane to fall on my home and several others. This tree was big and very tall. They again gave me a price I couldn't refuse, and they came back the following week to remove the tree. The neighbors sent me compliments on what an awesome job they did. See the pictures....you can't even tell there was a tree there. Thank you Larry. Your tree crew is absolutely amazing.
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M Croston
188 days ago
Hudsons are a team. Great workers,kind young men.5 stars are not enough. Thank you all‼️
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Cathy Mc Dougle
189 days ago

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

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Posted on Google Google
3 days ago
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+1
Larry Hudson and his team of great professionals have been taking care of my large 30 year old live oaks since 2022 alway great work and extremely clean. Larry the tree surgeon has always been very honest and true to his word on schedule which is hard to find these days I always recommend him to all my friends and family. Thanks Larry.
Posted on Google Google
26 days ago
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
+0
What an awesome experience! Rusty and Mike are a great team. They worked well together and very efficient. The clean up and disposal of the debris was as promised. Very professional company from start to finish.
Posted on Google Google
62 days ago
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
+0
I had my oaks professionally trimmed for the first time in 10 yearsas well as a few other items. I've been getting many compliments from the neighbors.
Posted on Google Google
106 days ago
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
On behalf of the Landscape Committee at Sail Harbour we wish to thank Larry and his crew. we had them help us with a large project removing numerous trees and we couldn't be more pleased. not only did they meet or expectations they exceeded them. we will call upon the again.
Posted on Google Google
124 days ago
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Honest, fair priced, and quality work. I’ve used them exclusively whenever I have something that exceeds what I can safely manage.
Posted on Google Google
175 days ago
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We shopped around for foxtail palms and found them very reasonable and the service was Excellent ! We have gotten 5 different palms from them total and are looking to get more from them very soon .
Posted on Google Google
175 days ago
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
+1
Larry Hudson and his crew did an outstanding job of cutting up and removing a cottonwood that had fallen due to a recent storm. They also removed a ficus tree that had grown into our power lines. When they were done, you would not have known that the trees were ever there. They did all this quickly and left the yard immaculate. We are planning to have more work done and we will be using them again without hesitation. Thanks Larry and give your crew a big thank you from us!
Posted on Google Google
178 days ago
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Posted on Google Google
188 days ago
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
+2
These guys are truly amazing! I started on wanting to have one palm tree removed and the price they gave made me question if they would really do it that cheap. When they came to remove the tree, I requested a quote to trim some other trees. They worked with me and explained that the trees I wanted trimmed were invasive and would continue to go out of control. I got a quote and was shocked at how reasonable they were. The crew was absolutely amazing. They came in removed 3 big trees, several bushes and ground out the stumps. They cleaned up and you never knew they were there. We also discussed another tree that was very tall and just waiting for the next hurricane to fall on my home and several others. This tree was big and very tall. They again gave me a price I couldn't refuse, and they came back the following week to remove the tree. The neighbors sent me compliments on what an awesome job they did. See the pictures....you can't even tell there was a tree there. Thank you Larry. Your tree crew is absolutely amazing.
Posted on Google Google
189 days ago
Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Hudsons are a team. Great workers,kind young men.5 stars are not enough. Thank you all‼️

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