Local Tree Removal & Trimming Crews
in St. Augustine
Tree Services in St. Augustine, FL
Jacksonville Professional Tree Service removes, prunes and clears trees across St. Augustine, from the old streets near the Castillo de San Marcos to the homes on Anastasia Island. An ISA Certified Arborist inspects every job, we are fully insured, and the estimate is free.
The city sits in St. Johns County but has its own tree code. Removing a tree of 3 in. DBH or larger takes a permit under Sec. 25-56, so we confirm what applies before a saw starts.
If you are just outside the area, we also handle tree work in nearby Orange Park.
Tree Care for St. Augustine, FL Homes
Live Oaks and Salt Air in the Ancient City
Live oaks and sabal palms define St. Augustine, and coastal wind shapes how they age.
Oaks Near the Castillo de San Marcos
Streets around the Castillo de San Marcos pack old live oaks next to walls, tile roofs and narrow lanes. We check for deadwood over the roof and paving damage, then thin the crown.
Anastasia Island Sand and Salt
Sandy soil drains fast and a high water table keeps roots shallow. On Anastasia Island, salt spray scorches pines and magnolias, and stressed pines draw Ips beetles. A colonized pine cannot be saved, so tree removal is the safe answer.
St. Augustine Tree Rules to Check First
The city writes its own code, so Jacksonville rules do not carry over.
The Sec. 25-56 Permit
City Code Sec. 25-56 requires a permit to remove or damage a tree 3 in. DBH or larger. The permit costs $30, and the city asks for two similar replacement trees on site or $300 per tree to the Tree Mitigation Fund. Call 904-825-1066 to confirm, and see our tree permit overview.
Dead or Dangerous Trees
Florida Statute 163.045 limits what a city can require for a single-family lot when an ISA-certified arborist documents unacceptable risk. Our arborist can write that assessment.
Hurricane Season Along the Coast
Season runs June 1 to November 30, and Matthew and Irma dropped trees across the region.
Tree on the Roof
Call first and stay clear of any wire. Our 24/7 emergency crew steadies the load, and our storm damage clean up covers the rest.
Upkeep Around St. Augustine Homes
Old Stumps in Historic Lots
Leftover stumps rot slowly and sprout. Stump grinding clears them without disturbing nearby roots.
Palms and Pruning
Never strip live green fronds from a sabal palm. See our palm trimming rules.
St. Augustine Tree Service FAQs
How soon can you come out?
Free estimates are usually booked within a few days, and storm calls move to the front.
Does the city need to approve removal?
Often yes. A tree 3 in. DBH or larger needs the Sec. 25-56 permit, so confirm before cutting.
What does tree removal cost in St. Augustine?
Typical ranges run $200 to $1,500 for trees under 60 ft, more for tall oaks or crane work. A written estimate sets the price; see removal costs.
What if a neighbor's tree hangs over my roof?
Healthy limbs that cross the line can generally be trimmed back to the property line at your own expense. Dead limbs may be the owner's responsibility. See who pays when a tree falls.
- Fully insured crews for hazardous removals and complex jobs
- An ISA Certified Arborist looks at every tree before we quote it
- Free, transparent estimates before any work begins
- Full-service: removal, pruning, stump grinding, and storm cleanup
- Local knowledge of Duval County's sandy soils, hurricane damage patterns, and tree species
- Modern, well-maintained equipment for safe, efficient jobs
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