Altman Tree & Land Services

06/18/2026

06/16/2026

Today is Arborist Appreciation Day, and we think that's worth pausing on. The professionals in this trade work in all weather, at height, with heavy equipment, and they do it because they genuinely care about trees, properties, and the communities they serve.

Every healthy tree in your neighborhood has a story, and more often than not, a trained arborist is part of it.

Arborists do far more than remove trees. They assess structural risk, diagnose disease before it spreads, plan pruning schedules that protect long-term health, and make judgment calls that keep people and property safe. The work requires years of training, an understanding of biology, and the kind of physical skill that most people don't see until something goes wrong.

If a trained arborist has helped you protect a tree you love or safely remove one that was a hazard, today's a good day to say thank you.

06/15/2026

Here's a dead oak removal we did for a customer in Live oak, FL this week. This tree was threatening to fall on homeowners garage in the next big storm. Give us a call for any tree care needs! Altman Tree & Land Services

06/10/2026

North Florida's combination of high heat, humidity, and summer drought cycles puts significant stress on residential and rural trees. That stress often shows up as symptoms homeowners mistake for normal summer dormancy, when in fact the tree is struggling and may be heading toward decline.

Key signs of heat stress include leaf scorch along the edges of leaves, wilting or drooping foliage that doesn't recover overnight, premature leaf drop in early summer, and cracks or splits appearing in the bark. Species like dogwood, red maple, and some oaks are particularly vulnerable in the Suwannee and Columbia county area during dry stretches.

If you're seeing any of these symptoms on trees near your home or outbuildings, a professional assessment can help you understand whether the tree needs trimming, treatment, or removal before a weakened limb becomes a liability. Altman Tree & Land Services offers free estimates across the area. Call (386) 406-7339 or visit altmantreeservice.com/request-an-estimate.

06/05/2026

A little rigging we did on some over extended oak limbs above a metal building, camper and a concrete slab here in live oak, FL.

06/03/2026

Hurricane season officially begins today, and North Florida's history with tropical storms and high-wind events makes early preparation a smart investment. Dead branches, weak crotches, and overgrown canopy don't become obvious hazards until a storm is already on the way, and by then the window to act safely has closed.

Pre-season tree trimming is one of the most cost-effective things a property owner can do right now. Removing deadwood and reducing canopy load before a storm means less risk of limb failure, less debris cleanup after the fact, and less chance of damage to structures, fences, or vehicles on your property.

4/7 emergency responseAltman Tree & Land Services offers 2, but we'd rather help you before something falls than after. Free estimates, no obligation. Veterans receive 10% off.

06/01/2026

With storm season officially upon us, now is a great time to have those trees you've been worried about assessed. Here at Altman Tree & Land Services we provide free tree evaluations or just advice on the best option to suit your needs, Wether it be total tree removal or trimming. Not all trees need to be removed to provide a safe environment for your property. Proper pruning techniques such as weight reductions on over extended limbs or thinning of the canopy to create better air flow & less wind resistance can save your trees in high wind storms. Give us a call for a free tree quote/evaluation today!

05/27/2026

Not every tree is easy to reach. When a large oak sits deep in a yard, backs up to a fence, or grows on uneven terrain, standard equipment doesn't cut it. At Altman Tree & Land Services, we operate a specialized self-propelled 4x4 all-terrain lift built specifically for the kind of access that most tree crews in Suwannee and Columbia counties simply can't provide.

That equipment, combined with proper safety training on every job, means we can safely work on trees that other companies have to turn down or tackle with risky workarounds. Whether it's a towering pine near your house in Live Oak or a large hardwood on a rural lot in Branford, we have the tools to do the job right.

We've been doing this work in North Florida since 2014, and we offer free estimates so you know exactly what you're getting before any work begins. Veterans receive a 10% discount. Call (386) 406-7339

05/27/2026

Don't let hurricane season sneak up on you. It begins June 1st! Give us a call for a free quote/evaluation today. We would love the opportunity to earn your business!

01/25/2026

Another pine tree removal in mcalpin, FL. Pine bore beetles have become a major problem in the area due to the recent hurricane damage. The beetles can transfer from tree to tree and the best practice is to remove the infested trees before they spread. Give us a call for any tree care needs! Free estimates and evaluations.