A Florida Arborist

04/01/2026

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03/21/2026

Unpopular opinion:
The cheapest tree quote is usually the most expensive one.

Most homeowners don't realize there are two completely different types of tree companies:

Type 1: Professionals who invest in training, safety systems, insurance, and proper arboricultural practices.
Type 2: Guys with chainsaws who can give a price fast.

Here's the question nobody asks:
Why is one estimate thousands less?

Usually because something is missing:
• Insurance
• Safety equipment
• Proper rigging
• Professional training
• Time to do the job correctly

When safety gets skipped, quality usually gets skipped too.
That is when you see:
Bad pruning that kills trees
Torn up property
Half-finished cleanup
Avoided responsibility
Workers getting hurt.

A real professional knows tree work is controlled risk management, not just cutting wood.
So here's a question for homeowners:

Would you rather pay once for a professional… or risk paying twice for mistakes?
(Not judging — just educating. Many people simply haven't been shown the difference.)

At A Florida Arborist we built our reputation on doing things the right way even when nobody is watching.
Because professionalism shows up in the details: How a crew sets ropes
How they protect property
How they prune for tree health
How they communicate risk

I'm curious…
When you hire a contractor, what matters more to you: price or professionalism?
(No wrong answers — just interested to see what people think.)
🌳 A Florida Arborist

03/18/2026

🚨 PLEASE READ – We’re looking for someone to help 🚨
Not everyone skips necessary tree work because they don't care…
Some are worried because they just can't afford it.
Every year we meet good people — elderly homeowners, single parents, disabled individuals, veterans, and hardworking families — who know they have dangerous trees over their homes but have no way to pay thousands of dollars to fix the problem.
They just live with the risk and pray nothing happens.
That bothers us.
So A Florida Arborist has decided we want to step in and help someone who truly deserves it.
We are going to select ONE person or family to receive:
🌳 FREE professional tree risk evaluation
🌳 FREE tree removal OR storm risk reduction.
🌳 FREE peace of mind going into storm season.

Here’s where we need your help:
Nominate someone who truly deserves this.
Maybe it's:
• An elderly neighbor
• A veteran
• A disabled homeowner
• A single parent
• Someone who has just had a hard run of life.

HOW TO NOMINATE.
Comment their story (or message us privately)
Tell us why they deserve it
Share this post so we can reach the right person
We aren’t doing this for attention.
We aren’t doing this for marketing.
We’re doing it because when you have the ability to help people, you should.

Let's prove there are still good people out there.
❤️ If you know someone, nominate them.
🔁 If you believe in helping others, share this post.
🌳 If you want to support local companies that give back, follow our page.

We will announce the selected nominee Monday, May 4th.
— A Florida Arborist
Real work. Real help. Real community.

02/25/2026

A chainsaw and a truck doesn't make someone an arborist.

“Cut-and-run” crews often leave property damage, trees over-cut, unsafe, and needing expensive repairs later.

🚩 If the price sounds too good…
🚩 If they want to remove half the tree…
🚩 If they can’t explain why they’re cutting…

You may be paying twice.
Proper tree care should last years, not until next season.

Hire knowledge — not just a chainsaw.
A Florida Arborist
Certified Arborist • Expert Tree Care
🌿 Anywhere else won’t cut it.

02/04/2026

01/05/2026

Its Tree Trimming season.
Did you know that January is one of the best months to have your trees pruned in Florida?

We trim trees to improve their shape and structure but we dont just cut Trees, we diagnose problems before they become expensive surprises.
Proper pruning by a qualified professional improves the stability of your trees helping them to better withstand storms and wind. Plus it makes them look pretty great too.

If youre in need of quality, professional tree care contact us today and take advantage of a 100% free estimate or a low cost consultation.

To start the year strong we will be offering free debris disposal on up to 10 cubic yards for the remainder of January when you hire us for your project. This is a great way to save big on those smaller projects.

12/29/2025

🌴 Big News! We’re Rebranding 🌴

Anderson Tree Care is now A Florida Arborist!
While our name has changed, our commitment to professional, ethical, and science-based tree care has not. We are still the same locally owned business, led by ISA Certified Arborists, providing expert tree removal, planting, fertilization, and tree health diagnostics across Florida.

This new name better reflects who we are and what we do every day. Florida focused arboriculture done the right way.

Thank you to our customers, partners, and referral network for your continued trust and support. We’re excited for this next chapter! 🌳

08/04/2025

Wind mitigation pruning helps prevent premature tree removal or failure.

Trimming trees to reduce the risk of damage from strong winds, especially during storms is crucial when targets are within striking distance of our trees. This includes removing dead, damaged, or diseased branches, thinning or reducing dense canopies, and shortening overly long or weak branches to prevent them from breaking or uprooting the tree. Properly pruned trees are more structurally sound and better equipped to withstand high winds.

Key aspects of wind mitigation pruning:
Removing Weak Points:
Eliminating dead, dying, and diseased branches reduces the risk of breakage and falling debris during high winds.

Canopy Thinning:
Reducing the density of the tree's crown allows wind to pass through more easily, minimizing the "sail effect" that can cause trees to topple over.

Branch Reduction:
Shortening overly long or heavy branches can improve a tree's balance and reduce the likelihood of breakage or uprooting.

Structural Pruning:
Improving a tree's structure by removing crossing branches, branches with narrow crotches, and branches that are growing in undesirable directions can enhance overall stability.
Maintaining a Lower Center of Gravity:
Reducing the overall height of the canopy can lower the tree's center of gravity, making it less prone to falling in high winds.

Benefits of wind mitigation pruning:
Reduced risk of tree failure.
A well-pruned tree is less likely to break, uproot, or lose limbs during a storm.

Protection of property and people:
By reducing the risk of falling branches, wind mitigation pruning helps protect homes, power lines, and people from damage and injury.
Improved tree health and longevity:
Proper pruning can improve a tree's overall health and structural integrity, leading to a longer lifespan.

Enhanced wind resistance:
By reducing the sail area of the tree and removing weak points, wind mitigation pruning makes the tree more resistant to wind forces.

When should my trees be pruned?

Regularly:
It's best to prune trees regularly, even when there are no storms in the forecast, to maintain their health and structure.

Before storm season:
Consider pruning trees before the start of hurricane season or other periods of high winds and having them inspected by a qualified Arborist.

After a storm:
If a tree has been damaged by a storm, it's important to prune it promptly to remove broken branches and assess any structural damage.

05/09/2025

OcalaArborist.com
Since 2004, I have been providing professional Tree Care Services and hazardous tree removal to Marion County residents.
From 2007-2016, I traveled as a subcontract tree climber, building relationships with some of our industries top players. Leveraging my skill set to only do the biggest or most dangerous tree removals across the state. In 2016 Anderson Tree Care was founded with a mission to provide honest, affordable, insured, professional Tree care with proper technique and safety at the forefront of our culture.
Our goal? It's simple. To learn, and to share our knowledge with you.
We are a team of professionals, dedicated to providing you with the highest quality and up to date professional Tree care available.
From pruning and Installation to dangerous Tree removal, we have the experience to take on any project, professionally and without high pressure sales tactics. We only provide the services you actually need.
Deposits? Who needs them. We never ask for money up front on Tree Pruning or removal projects and estimates are always free.
Thinking about cleaning up your landscape? Improving a view or just getting rid of that dangerous Tree lurking in a tight space?
Give Anderson a call. Anywhere else just won't cut it.

03/21/2025

Large tree removal off of a home in Belleview FL.
Do yourself a favor and call a qualified arborist. Have your trees inspected and don't wait.

02/18/2025

PALM TRUNK SAMPLING for PHYTOPLASMA and FUNGAL PATHOGEN DETECTION
PALM TRUNK INJECTIONS.
FUNGICIDE APPLICATION.
Lethal Yellowing, Lethal Bronzing and Fusarium wilt.
Anderson Tree care is your local Palm Tree expert.
Our Palms in central Florida are susceptible to a variety of incurable infections.
Infected Palms should be removed from the landscape with roots intact to inhibit the spread to healthy trees. Healthy Trees should be treated quarterly with ocytetracyclene hci to mitigate risk of Contracting infection.
If your palm trees are exhibiting signs of disease, do not hesitate as various infections can spread to surrounding Palms through wind, insects, air and soil.
Call today.

01/19/2025

Anderson Tree care is a professional Tree care provider who has been serving Marion and surrounding counties for more than a decade.
With over 20 years experience in the industry, our goal is simple. To provide the best possible Tree care, quickly and at an affordable rate.
If you or someone you know are in need of quality, professional Tree Pruning or removal services, call on a name you can trust. Treat your trees the Anderson way.
OcalaArborist.com