37344 Chicago Ave, Umatilla, Florida 32784
Equipment and Capabilities: Stump Grinder
Specialty Expertise: Palm Specialist
Emergency and Storm: Storm Cleanup, Quick Response
Tree Services: Works Near Structures, Large Trees, Dead Tree Experience, Tree Assessments, Tree Planting
Credentials and Trust: Family Owned, Long Established
Customer Experience: Cleanup Included
Certified Tree Specialist is Family Owned and operated with over 22 years experience.
4.8 from 40 reviews
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is carried out with precision and care, using equipment that minimizes yard damage and disruption. In at least one client case, the stump grinding was described as top notch, with a strong recommendation to use Certified Tree Specialist for this work. Cleanup after stump work is consistently thorough, with debris cleared and the yard left neat. Most clients report reliable scheduling and professional communication, though there is at least one note of a missed callback regarding a stump grinding inquiry. Based in Umatilla, Florida, they bring a long-running, family-owned approach to stump grinding as part of their broader tree care services.
Knows the unique needs of palm trees - trimming, skinning, removal, and health care specific to the species common in your area.
In Umatilla, their palm specialty shows in careful pruning and removal of palm trees—often in tight spaces near houses, utilities, or other structures—while prioritizing preservation of healthy palms when feasible. They frequently handle palms like Washingtonian Palms and Queen Palms, delivering precise trimming, hazard removal, and near-structure work with minimal disruption and thorough cleanup. Clients report they diagnose palm diseases accurately and provide treatment plans, along with educational recommendations to prevent future palm problems. Coupled with a safety-first, professional approach and reliable, responsive scheduling, the palm work in this area is consistently performed with attention to detail and customer care.
Ready to respond after high winds, ice storms, or heavy snow bring trees and limbs down across your property.
Storm cleanup is a core capability, with crews expertly removing storm-damaged limbs even when they rest over water or near the house. Customers report prompt responses and reliable scheduling—often getting an estimate the same day and service the next day when urgent storm work is needed. Cleanup is thorough and careful: they use yard-friendly equipment that avoids tearing up turf and ensure debris is hauled away, with pricing kept as promised. They take a safety-focused approach, following OSHA standards and prioritizing preservation of healthy trees when possible, especially for jobs near power lines or structures in Umatilla, Florida.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Quick-response capability stands out, with inquiries met promptly and same-day estimate appointments. In Umatilla, Florida, customers often report next-day scheduling and on-time arrivals, with crews arriving when promised and ready to handle urgent tasks. In storm-related scenarios, they rapidly mobilize to remove hazardous limbs, including those over water, and complete cleanup efficiently. There is at least one note of communication hiccups when initial calls are not returned, but overall they emphasize safety, professionalism, and a customer-first service approach.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
In Umatilla, Florida, near-structure work is delivered with an emphasis on protecting the home and landscape, using equipment that minimizes yard disruption and prevents damage to structures. Customers report careful pruning and removal when trees sit close to houses, overhang roofs, or near power lines, with a thorough cleanup that leaves the area looking untouched. The team arrives prepared with knowledge-based assessments and a clear plan before work begins, and they consistently start on schedule while prioritizing safety and OSHA-compliant practices. Clients also note a willingness to preserve trees when possible, fair pricing, and reliable communication, all contributing to confidence when performing delicate near-structure jobs.
Experienced handling oversized trees - tall, wide, or heavily branched. Removing or trimming a large tree requires specialized skill and equipment, and these pros have both.
Large-tree work is a core strength, with customers removing very large oaks and multiple pines even when they sit near the house, over utilities, or close to other structures. They approach large specimens with careful diagnostics—identifying disease, treating what’s viable, and removing trees that are dead or hazardous after detailed assessment. Safety and precision are emphasized, following OSHA guidance and planning to preserve healthy trees whenever possible while executing near-structure work with care. Cleanup is consistently strong, with thorough debris removal and standout stump grinding that leaves yards looking neat. The team’s professional, knowledgeable approach and reliable service, led by Kathleen and Alan, consistently support impressive large-tree outcomes for property owners in the Umatilla area.
Specialists in the safe removal of dead, dying, or diseased trees. Dead trees are unpredictable - experience and caution matter.
Diagnosing diseased or dead trees and removing them safely is a core capability. They’ve removed dead or dying trees, including cases near homes and over utilities, and they handle pruning and cleanup with careful attention to the site. Customers consistently note accurate health assessments, honest recommendations, and a willingness to preserve healthy trees when possible. Cleanup is meticulous, leaving yards clean and tidy after dead-tree work. Safety and professional standards are emphasized, with adherence to OSHA requirements and a focus on protecting property. In the Umatilla, Florida area, this team is repeatedly described as knowledgeable, reliable, and skilled at managing dead-tree challenges while maintaining the landscape’s integrity.
Offers professional evaluation of your trees' health, structure, and risk level. Useful before buying property, after storm damage, or when a tree just doesn't look right.
Their tree assessments are built on deep arborist knowledge, diagnosing diseases, identifying pests, and recommending preservation-focused care rather than rushing to removals. On-site evaluations are thorough, with property-wide considerations that help tailor plans and protect nearby structures and utilities. They couple diagnosis with education, explaining problems, options, and care steps to protect oaks, palms, and other Florida species. Safety is prioritized, following OSHA guidelines and coordinating work to minimize risk while delivering precise work and thorough cleanup. Overall, their ability to assess, advise, and preserve trees in the Umatilla area reflects years of experience, clear communication, and fair pricing.
Not just removal - these companies help you add trees too. Proper planting technique gives new trees the best chance at a long, healthy life.
Their tree planting capability includes locating the right site for a new tree and planting it the same afternoon, even in the rain. They are described as preserving trees whenever possible, not just removing them, with knowledgeable consultation. Cleanup is consistently thorough, leaving yards neat and free of debris after planting and other work. A safety-first approach is evident, with OSHA compliance and careful work near structures and utilities. Customers report clear communication, honest evaluations, and fair pricing.
A business built and run by family, often passed down or grown from the ground up. Personal accountability and pride in every job.
A family-owned operation, Certified Tree Specialist Inc is steered by Kathleen and Alan, delivering a personal, hands-on approach to tree care in Umatilla and the surrounding Lake County area. Clients report prompt, same-day estimates and clear, fair pricing, with services scheduled promptly and delivered as promised. They emphasize safety and meticulous cleanup, often staying late to complete work and ensuring yards look untouched after treatments. The team is described as knowledgeable, honest, and genuinely invested in preserving trees when possible, not just removing them, with clear education and guidance for homeowners. With more than two decades of experience, this husband-and-wife team provides consistent, reliable local service that homeowners return to again and again.
A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.
Over more than two decades, Certified Tree Specialist Inc has established itself as a long-established, family-owned tree service serving Umatilla, Florida. Feedback patterns show a strong preservation-first ethos, with customers noting accurate diagnoses, disease treatment when needed, and careful work around houses, power lines, or water, followed by meticulous cleanup. Clients repeatedly highlight safety, professional conduct, and OSHA-conscious practices, with teams that communicate clearly and accommodate scheduling to fit client needs. That reliable, knowledgeable service—backed by a track record of neighbors relying on them for removals, pruning near structures, and even stump grinding—speaks to an enduring local reputation.
All debris - branches, logs, and brush - is hauled away as part of the job. No pile left behind for you to deal with.
Cleanup is built into Certified Tree Specialist Inc.'s service in Umatilla, Florida, with clients repeatedly noting the job finishes leaving the property clean and the yard intact. Trimmings, branches, and other debris are routinely hauled away, and the yard is left spotless—no litter or residual mess after the crew finishes. When work is performed near structures, utilities, or over water, they take extra care to clean up thoroughly and protect landscaping, ensuring nothing is left behind. This strong cleanup discipline, combined with punctual, professional service, reinforces a trusted reputation for keeping properties tidy in the Umatilla area.