Tree Service Questions Answered Here

England's Tree Service Inc has operated in Fort Myers and Southwest Florida since 1971 — over 50 years of continuous local service. The business is locally owned, fully insured, and has spent five decades learning the specific tree species, soil conditions, and storm patterns that affect properties throughout Lee County.

Yes. England's Tree Service Inc carries full liability insurance and worker's compensation coverage for every job. Before work begins, we can provide documentation on request. This means that if anything unexpected happens during a tree removal or trimming job, your property and your household are fully protected.

We operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including weekends and holidays. For emergency situations — storm-damaged trees, fallen limbs, immediate hazards — we dispatch as fast as possible and give you a realistic arrival window when you call. Routine jobs are typically scheduled within a few days.

We serve Fort Myers, Cape Coral, North Fort Myers, Lehigh Acres, Bonita Springs, Fort Myers Beach, Estero, Villas, San Carlos Park, Iona, Matlacha, Pine Island Center, and surrounding communities within roughly 15 miles of Cape Coral. If you're unsure whether your address falls within our service area, call us and we'll confirm.

Getting a second opinion is reasonable for large jobs. What matters more than price alone is verifying that the company is fully insured — a low quote from an uninsured crew means you carry the liability. England's Tree Service provides free, no-obligation quotes and welcomes questions about insurance coverage upfront.

Call us immediately at (239) 470-1245. We're available around the clock, including after major storms. Document the damage with photos before anyone approaches the tree. If the tree is on a structure or blocking a vehicle, stay clear until our crew assesses the scene. Never attempt to move a large fallen tree yourself.

A tree that has significant structural damage, a hollow trunk, major root failure, or is dead through more than half its crown typically needs removal. A tree with overgrown or crossing branches, reduced canopy density, or storm-risk limbs is usually a trimming candidate. When you're unsure, a professional assessment resolves the question fast.

We clear all debris from your property as part of the job. Wood can be chipped into mulch, cut into logs on request, or hauled away entirely — your preference. We leave the site clean. If you want firewood or mulch kept on site, let us know before we start.

Professional stump grinding typically reaches 6 to 12 inches below grade — deep enough to eliminate the visible stump and prevent regrowth. The remaining void fills with the grindings, which break down naturally over time. For replanting in the same spot, we recommend going deeper; just let us know your plans.

A single mature shade tree usually takes between one and three hours, depending on canopy density, height, and access. Palm trees are typically faster. If you have multiple trees scheduled in the same visit, we work efficiently to minimise disruption to your day. We give time estimates during the free quote visit.

Most standard residential lot clearing jobs in Southwest Florida — parcels up to one acre with moderate vegetation — can be completed in a single day. Dense overgrowth, multiple large trees, or access limitations can extend the timeline. We assess the lot before quoting and give you a realistic completion estimate upfront.

Trimming usually refers to shaping for appearance and managing overgrowth. Pruning is more targeted — removing specific dead, diseased, or crossing branches to improve tree health and structure. In practice, most homeowners use the terms interchangeably. We assess what the tree actually needs during the site visit and explain our approach before starting.

Tree removal pricing in Fort Myers varies based on tree size, species, location relative to structures, and access for equipment. A small tree removal typically starts at a few hundred dollars; large or complex removals cost more. England's Tree Service provides free written quotes, so you'll know the exact cost before any work begins.

Florida homeowners insurance policies often cover removal costs when a storm-damaged tree falls on a structure — but policies vary. Removal of a standing dead tree or a tree that fell without hitting a structure is generally not covered. Check your policy or call your insurer first; we can document the job for your claim.

Clear the work area of vehicles, furniture, and pets before we arrive. Confirm access for our equipment — particularly if the job requires a truck or chipper. Let us know about any underground utilities or irrigation lines near the work area. We handle the rest and walk you through any site-specific requirements when we quote.

Every job starts with a free, no-obligation written quote. We visit the site, assess the trees, and give you a clear price before work begins. Nothing starts without your approval. There are no surprise charges after the job — what we quote is what you pay, unless scope changes are agreed to in writing.

We are experienced at working near utility lines on residential properties. For trees in direct contact with active power lines, the utility company must first de-energize the line — we'll advise you on that step. For trees growing close to but not touching lines, our crew handles those situations safely as part of standard service.