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18 Years
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Your Trusted Partner for Tree Services in San Diego
LC Tree Service has been serving San Diego County residents and businesses with their tree service needs since 2008. We strive to make every tree we work on reach its health and beauty potential, and we welcome any new clients, both big and small. When choosing a tree service company, trust, reliability, and safety are extremely important. LC Tree Service is a licensed tree service company that is fully insured, members of ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) and SCA (Society of Commercial Arboriculture), and a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE). It is our goal to leave you happy with the work we perform for you!If you are unsatisfied with the work, let us know and we will do our best to fix it. Our team of certified arborists and skilled professionals brings decades of combined experience in tree trimming, removal, emergency services, and health treatments. We utilize industry-leading safety protocols, advanced equipment, and environmentally conscious practices to deliver exceptional results while prioritizing client satisfaction. Our commitment to ongoing education and adherence to the latest arboricultural standards ensures that every project meets the highest benchmarks of quality and professionalism.
Services
Tree Trimming
Tree Removal
Stump Grinding
Emergency Services
Arborist Consultation
Tree Health Treatments
Hedge Pruning
Weed Removal
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We have completed 3,000+ tree projects with verified customer satisfaction.
- Our team includes ISA Certified Arborists and TCIA Certified Treecare Safety Professionals.
- We hold government certifications including SDVOSB, SLBE, and DGS.
- We guarantee 2-year stump grinding results and offer free project consultations.
- We maintain full insurance coverage including Workers Compensation and Liability.
Associations and certifications
- ISA (International Society of Arboriculture)
- TCIA (Tree Care Industry Association)
What people say
Arrived within the hour
Completed job past 9 PM
Thorough debris cleanup
Competitive pricing
Certified arborists on staff
Services
Tree Trimming
Our certified arborists perform precision tree trimming to enhance health, safety, and aesthetics. We use science-based pruning techniques to maintain structural integrity while preventing disease and storm damage. Regular trimming improves air circulation, sunlight penetration, and growth patterns for long-term tree vitality.
Tree Removal
We safely remove hazardous or dead trees using specialized equipment and rigging techniques. Our crews handle complex removals near structures or power lines while minimizing property disruption. Emergency removals are available 7 days a week for storm-damaged trees.
Stump Grinding
Our high-powered stump grinders eliminate stumps 18 inches below ground level to prevent regrowth and tripping hazards. We offer a 2-year guarantee against regrowth and handle debris cleanup to restore your landscape's appearance.
Arborist Consultation
ISA-certified arborists provide expert evaluations for tree health, risk assessment, and maintenance planning. We diagnose diseases, pest infestations, and structural issues while offering science-backed treatment recommendations for residential and commercial properties.
Tree Health Treatments
We implement targeted treatments for pest infestations and tree diseases using environmentally responsible methods. Our services include cambistat growth regulation, pesticide injections, and soil remediation to restore tree vitality while minimizing ecological impact.
People
Larry Coalson
CEO / Certified Arborist
Founder with 20+ years experience in arboriculture. Certified in tree risk assessment and safety protocols. Former military veteran committed to customer service excellence and sustainable tree care practices.
Lynnette Coalson
Vice President / Marketing Director
Co-founder responsible for business development and digital marketing strategy. Transformed company revenue through targeted branding campaigns while maintaining focus on customer satisfaction metrics.
Ryan Tacheff
General Manager / Certified Arborist
10-year industry veteran with biology degree and arborist certification. Specializes in client relations and project management while maintaining technical expertise in tree health diagnostics.
Enrique Otanez
Crew Lead
Promoted from ground worker to crew leadership through demonstrated climbing expertise and customer service skills. Specializes in complex trimming techniques and safety compliance during high-risk operations.
Luke Norvell
Account Manager / Certified Arborist
Former U.S. Army serviceman with 9+ years in arboriculture. Combines military discipline with technical tree health knowledge to deliver strategic maintenance solutions for commercial clients.
Questions
What tree services do you offer?
We provide trimming, removal, stump grinding, emergency services, arborist consultations, and tree health treatments for residential and commercial clients.
Are you certified arborists?
Yes, our team includes ISA Certified Arborists and TCIA Certified Treecare Safety Professionals with ongoing industry education requirements.
Do you handle emergency tree removals?
We offer 7-day emergency response for storm-damaged or hazardous trees with rapid deployment crews available day or night.
Are you insured?
We maintain full liability insurance and workers compensation coverage for all operations in San Diego County.
What areas do you service?
We serve all of San Diego County including La Jolla, Del Mar, Encinitas, Escondido, Poway, and surrounding communities.
Do you guarantee your work?
We provide a 2-year guarantee on stump grinding services and will regrind at no charge if regrowth occurs during this period.
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Reviews (2)
Sissy Edith Kostos
Jun 08, 2017
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Shitty driver dang near sent me to the hospital this morning. Looks right at me and pulls out in front of me with the big work Truck towing a chipper.
Tom Hamilton
Jan 22, 2017
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I had the pleasure of witnessing LC tree service make quick work of a fallen torrey pine in Del Mar. They brought it a crane! Quick, professional, and.
