Business Details
37 Years
experience
Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Tree Care & Landscaping Solutions
Tree Clinic has been a trusted provider of tree care and landscaping solutions in Charleston and the Low Country since 1989. With over 35 years of experience, we specialize in arboricultural services and landscape design, prioritizing quality craftsmanship and client collaboration. Our team of certified professionals delivers tailored solutions for residential and commercial properties, focusing on tree health, disease prevention, and sustainable outdoor spaces. We combine technical expertise with personalized service, offering diagnostics, pruning, removals, and comprehensive landscape installations. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our licensed and insured operations, state-certified pesticide applicators, and use of advanced equipment.We serve historic plantations, downtown courtyards, and everything in between, ensuring every project meets our high standards. Our founder, Paul Mulkey, personally consults on all cases, bringing decades of radio-host expertise to every client interaction. We prioritize safety, environmental stewardship, and long-term client relationships, offering free second opinions and transparent communication throughout every project. From storm damage mitigation to irrigation systems, our holistic approach addresses both aesthetic and functional needs. Backed by 20+ years of landscape construction experience, we transform outdoor spaces into resilient, beautiful environments that enhance property value and quality of life.
Services
Tree Pruning
Disease Treatment
Landscape Design
Stump Grinding
Arborist Consultations
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of specialized tree care expertise
- Our founder personally consults on every project
- We provide free second opinions for all services
- We use state-of-the-art equipment for safe operations
- We maintain full licensing and insurance compliance
Associations and certifications
- The American Forestry Association
What people say
Exceptional knowledge
Professional staff
Quality craftsmanship
Reliable service
Great communication
Services
Tree Pruning
Our precision pruning services enhance tree health and safety by removing deadwood and thinning dense crowns. We follow industry best practices to prevent disease spread and structural failure while maintaining natural growth patterns. Clients benefit from reduced storm damage risk and improved property aesthetics through our expert arborists' work.
Disease Treatment
We provide expert diagnosis and treatment for sick trees using advanced testing methods. Our arborists identify pathogens and pests then implement targeted interventions to halt disease progression. This service protects property value by preserving tree health and preventing contagion to surrounding vegetation through science-based treatment protocols.
Landscape Design
Our custom landscape design combines aesthetic vision with practical functionality. We create sustainable environments through site-specific planning that considers soil conditions, drainage patterns, and vegetation compatibility. Clients receive tailored solutions ranging from intimate courtyard gardens to large-scale plantation landscapes that enhance property value and usability.
Stump Grinding
Professional stump removal services eliminate unsightly remnants after tree removal. We use specialized equipment to grind stumps up to 18" below ground level, leaving clean sites ready for replanting or development. This service improves safety by eliminating tripping hazards while preparing properties for future landscaping projects.
Arborist Consultations
Our certified arborists offer expert advice on tree health, development planning, and construction mitigation. Clients receive comprehensive assessments and written reports for permit applications or property management decisions. This service ensures proper tree care through science-based recommendations tailored to each property's unique requirements.
People
Paul Mulkey
Founder & Certified Arborist
Charleston's renowned arborist with 35+ years experience. Host of WTMA's Garden Clinic radio show. Provides expert tree diagnosis and treatment plans while personally overseeing all client consultations and complex projects.
Questions
What tree services do you offer?
We provide pruning, disease treatment, cabling/bracing, removals, stump grinding, and diagnostic consultations for residential and commercial properties.
Do you serve areas outside Charleston?
Yes, we serve Mount Pleasant, James Island, Johns Island, Daniel Island, Isle of Palms, Sullivans Island, and the Tri-County area.
Are emergency services available?
Yes, we offer emergency tree care for storm damage and hazardous situations with prompt response times.
Can you help with landscape design?
Yes, our landscape division creates custom outdoor spaces including irrigation systems, hardscaping, and sustainable plantings for both large estates and small gardens.
Are consultations free?
We offer free second opinions and charge for comprehensive arborist consultations that include detailed reports and treatment recommendations.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes, we maintain full liability insurance, workers' compensation coverage, and state-licensed pesticide applicators as required by South Carolina regulations.
