I started working with trees in 1989 as a Utility Arborist, from there I transitioned into the residential field. For 5 years, I worked under some of the regions premier Arborists of the day; Jean 'The Flying Frenchman' Marcoux, Guy Gantt, Hugh M. Westbury and Loren Westenberger, (namesake for the ISA Florida Chapter's 'Loren Westenberger Award'.)
Most of them have passed on now but I use the knowledge and lessons that they bestowed on me daily; It is my enduring goal to pass that wisdom on to the next generation. In 1995 I became an ISA Certified Arborist and started my own firm. Since then my team and I have helped thousands of Tampa Bay area homeowners and businesses with the pruning, planting, care and removal of tens of thousands of trees.
Most of them have passed on now but I use the knowledge and lessons that they bestowed on me daily; It is my enduring goal to pass that wisdom on to the next generation. In 1995 I became an ISA Certified Arborist and started my own firm. Since then my team and I have helped thousands of Tampa Bay area homeowners and businesses with the pruning, planting, care and removal of tens of thousands of trees.
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We have successfully removed thousands of trees and our safety record is one to boast about. From General recommendations, Permit expedition and deciphering municipal codes and mandates to full blown long term care programs, loss mitigation, root pruning and site planning, we're here to help.
We have the right tools for the job, whether it be a massive Oak tree stump and root plate covering the entire yard or shrubbery and palm stumps in a hard to reach area.At Lee Claxton, ISA Certified Arborist Tree Service, we've been setting a standard above the average "tree guy". From the initial phone call and home visit to final clean up, you'll be dealing with either Lee Claxton himself, or a direct employee.
We have the right tools for the job, whether it be a massive Oak tree stump and root plate covering the entire yard or shrubbery and palm stumps in a hard to reach area.At Lee Claxton, ISA Certified Arborist Tree Service, we've been setting a standard above the average "tree guy". From the initial phone call and home visit to final clean up, you'll be dealing with either Lee Claxton himself, or a direct employee.
Increasingly we're reminded of how dangerous tree work can be. Around the globe, hundreds of tree workers and homeowners are injured or killed every year due to lack of knowledge and experience. It's never been more important to hire a professional firm with an experienced staff that possess the experience to tackle any tree removal project.
The benefit of hiring an experienced ISA Certified Arborist to inspect your trees and offer you opinions and recommendations guarantees you one very valuable thing. Objectivity. Quite often homeowners have me out to give them advice on what needs to be done for their trees. Sometimes my answer is an honest Nothing.
Here at Lee Claxton, ISA Certified Arborist, we offer a complete tree removal service, start to finish. That includes the industries best equipment for removing the tree's stump as well! We have the right tools for the job, whether it be a massive Oak tree stump and root plate covering the entire yard or shrubbery and palm stumps in a hard to reach area.
At Lee Claxton, ISA Certified Arborist Tree service, we understand the differing needs of the commercial property owner. We manage the trees at several industrial sites, Bank branches, local businesses and corporate centers.
We work closely with many of the Tampa bay area's top realtors and Property management firms to provide their clients with peace of mind regarding their trees' health, safety and security for buildings, vehicles, employees, residents and passers-by.
We work closely with many of the Tampa bay area's top realtors and Property management firms to provide their clients with peace of mind regarding their trees' health, safety and security for buildings, vehicles, employees, residents and passers-by.
Reviews (6)
Jennifer Hood
Sep 13, 2021
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The service Lee and his crew provided was top-notch! They were very polite and professional and trimmed my Jacaranda tree just as I requested. I am no longer worried about the next storm that is going to blow through! Michelle was also highly professional and polite, and communication was so easy, you can tell they really put the customer first. I highly recommend Lee's company, you won't be disappointed!!
Garrett Spence
Jun 03, 2021
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I contacted Lee in a bit of a unique position in that I had gotten tree work completed but needed a permit. Not from the area I was unaware that I needed this. Lee listened to my issue and came up with a suitable solution to write a report using google photos and thoroughly highlighted the urgency by which the tree needed to be removed. He was able to turn this around in just a couple of days which will allow me to focus on getting it rectified with the city. Thank you Lee for the quick and thorough work!!
Aleathea Hoskins
Apr 16, 2021
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I will start by saying Lee came out at the time he said he would to walk through my yard to figure out what can be done for my aging water oaks. He listen to my goal and gave me options to extend the lives of my trees safely.
Once I was on the schedule he skilled team was prompt on the date provided. His time was professional and respected my yard while working on trimming my trees.
They cleaned up all the leaves from the roof and my gutters and raked away all the debris. It was one of the easiest interactions I have encountered.
These folks know what they are doing.
Highly recommend.
Once I was on the schedule he skilled team was prompt on the date provided. His time was professional and respected my yard while working on trimming my trees.
They cleaned up all the leaves from the roof and my gutters and raked away all the debris. It was one of the easiest interactions I have encountered.
These folks know what they are doing.
Highly recommend.
Simbad Pucurica
Feb 11, 2021
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Lee is an amazing Arborist with plethora of expertise and experience. Lee is very punctual, is responsible, and respectful. He has created professional report/evaluation for us. His prices are reasonable and no job to small. I would highly recommend Lee and his spouse Michelle with any sort of pruning or removing trees, especially large trees, this can be dangerous work, leave it to the Lee the expert.
Claudia Gibson
Dec 24, 2019
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Best tree service in Pinellas!
Lee's crew did a great job pruning a very large oak tree in my backyard. They were very professional and efficient. There was no torn grass from the lift equipment they used and they left the property spotless when they finished. Great job guys! Highly recommend this company!
Lee's crew did a great job pruning a very large oak tree in my backyard. They were very professional and efficient. There was no torn grass from the lift equipment they used and they left the property spotless when they finished. Great job guys! Highly recommend this company!
Karissa Shepherd
Oct 31, 2019
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Lee & his team did an amazing job on my trees. I have an average sized lot with 30 mature oak trees and 40-50 smaller exotics. Lee quoted me a fair price on removing four oaks & all of the exotics, as well as doing an in depth prune on the remaining oaks. He worked with me as far as splitting up the job, and his team was professional and efficient. The yard looks amazing, they caused no damage to any of my other plants, and I am beyond satisfied with the quality, speed, and service. Highly recommend them.
