Tree Service in Fort Myers, FL
Davie Tree Service is a licensed and insured tree service company serving Fort Myers, Florida and the surrounding area. We provide tree removal, tree trimming and pruning, stump grinding, land clearing, and 24/7 emergency storm response to homeowners throughout Fort Myers. We have served Southwest Florida since 1984 and carry $1 million in liability coverage.
- Licensed & Insured
- BBB A+ Accredited
- 24/7 Emergency Service
- EPA Certified
Tree Services We Provide in Fort Myers
Tree Removal
Safe, complete removal of trees of any size
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Healthier, safer, better-looking trees
Stump Grinding & Removal
Grind stumps below grade and reclaim your yard
Storm Damage & Emergency Tree Service
24/7 emergency response when trees come down
Land Clearing & Lot Clearing
Clear and prep lots for building and landscaping
Large Estate & Acreage Services
Multi-day tree and land work for properties over 3 acres, across Southwest Florida.
Tree Removal in Fort Myers, FL
Davie Tree Service provides safe, complete tree removal for homeowners throughout Fort Myers, Florida. We take down large, dead, leaning, and storm-damaged trees of any size, then chip and haul away every bit of debris and grind the stump on request. Family-run and serving Southwest Florida since 1984, we are licensed and insured and carry $1 million in liability coverage on every job.
Fort Myers has some of the most impressive tree cover in the region, from the historic royal palms lining McGregor Boulevard to the towering live oaks that shade older neighborhoods like Whiskey Creek and the streets off McGregor. Those mature oaks are beautiful, but decades of growth, storm stress, and the area's sandy soils can leave them with shallow roots and heavy, over-extended limbs. When a tree begins to decline, lean, or crowd your roof, removal is sometimes the safest choice, and we help you make that call with an honest assessment first.
We handle the full range of species you find here, including live oaks, cabbage (sabal) palms, royal palms, slash pines, mahogany, gumbo limbo, and mature ficus. We also remove invasive trees such as Brazilian pepper and melaleuca that spread aggressively across lots in Gateway and along the edges of undeveloped land. Palms and hardwoods come down very differently, so our crews use the right rigging, equipment, and technique for each one rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Many Fort Myers properties sit tight against homes, pools, screen enclosures, fences, and power lines, especially on the riverfront lots along the Caloosahatchee and in built-out areas like Iona and Fort Myers Shores. For these jobs we use sectional dismantling and rigging to lower the tree in controlled pieces, and we bring in a bucket truck or crane when the situation calls for it. Protecting your house, your landscaping, and your neighbor's property is the priority on every removal.
It is worth knowing that the City of Fort Myers and Lee County may require a permit before removing certain protected species, and some trees are treated differently than others. We can point you in the right direction on what may apply to your property, though we always recommend confirming the current rules with the local authority before work begins. If your home is in an HOA, there may be additional guidelines to check as well.
Every removal ends the same way: all limbs, logs, and debris are chipped and hauled off, and the site is left clean and ready for whatever comes next. Add optional stump grinding and nothing is left behind at all. Call us for a free, no-obligation written quote and we will walk the property, explain your options, and give you a clear price before any work starts.
Tree Trimming and Pruning in Fort Myers, FL
Davie Tree Service trims and prunes trees for homeowners across Fort Myers, Florida to keep them healthy, safe, and looking their best. Proper pruning removes dead and weak limbs, opens up the canopy, improves structure, and helps trees stand up to summer storms. Our experienced crews use correct cuts that encourage healthy regrowth rather than the topping and over-trimming that can harm a tree for years.
The mature live oaks in neighborhoods like Whiskey Creek and the older sections along McGregor are worth protecting, and thoughtful pruning is how you do it. As these oaks grow, they can develop long, heavy horizontal limbs that reach over roofs and driveways. Selective thinning and crown work reduce that weight, let wind pass through, and lower the chance of a limb failing in a storm, all while keeping the natural shape that makes these trees so valuable to your property.
Palms need their own kind of care, and Fort Myers has plenty of them, from the famous royal palms on McGregor Boulevard to the cabbage (sabal) palms in yards all over Gateway, Iona, and Fort Myers Shores. We remove dead and hanging fronds and old fruit stalks without cutting into healthy green growth, since over-trimming a palm (the so-called hurricane cut) actually weakens it. Slash pines, mahogany, and other hardwoods each get pruning suited to how they grow.
Timing matters in Southwest Florida. Many trees are best pruned in late winter or early spring, but dead, broken, or clearly hazardous limbs should be dealt with any time of year. We strongly encourage a good structural trim before hurricane season, because a well-thinned, balanced canopy is one of the most effective and affordable ways to protect your home when the wind picks up. A yearly look at fast-growing or storm-prone trees is smart.
We also handle everyday clearance work: raising the canopy over roofs, driveways, sidewalks, and utility drops, and pulling limbs back from screen enclosures and pool cages. On the Caloosahatchee riverfront lots, we can shape trees to preserve views and airflow while keeping them healthy. Whatever the goal, we assess each tree first and recommend only the pruning that genuinely benefits it.
When we finish, all trimmings are chipped and hauled away and your yard is left clean and neat. Call us for a free assessment and we will look at your trees, explain what they need, recommend a sensible schedule, and give you a straightforward written quote before we begin any work.
Stump Grinding and Removal in Fort Myers, FL
Davie Tree Service grinds and removes tree stumps for homeowners throughout Fort Myers, Florida. We grind stumps several inches below grade so the area can be replanted, sodded, or paved, and we clear out the grindings and surface roots on request. Grinding gets rid of trip hazards, pests, and regrowth, and it reclaims usable space in your yard, all handled by a licensed and insured local crew.
A leftover stump is more than an eyesore in Fort Myers. In our warm, damp climate a decaying stump quickly attracts termites, ants, and other pests you would rather keep away from the house, and old palm and oak stumps can sprout again if the roots are still active. Grinding the stump below grade stops that cycle and lets you put the space back to work, whether that means new sod, a garden bed, a walkway, or an expanded patio.
We grind every kind of stump found in local yards, from soft cabbage (sabal) palm and royal palm bases to the dense, wide root flare of a large live oak. Hardwood oak, mahogany, and slash pine stumps are much tougher and often much bigger than palm stumps, so our equipment and approach adjust to what is actually in the ground. We typically grind four to twelve inches below grade, and deeper if you plan to replant or build over the spot.
Fort Myers soils are sandy and roots often run wide and near the surface, which is why you see stubborn surface roots buckling lawns and cracking walkways in older areas like Whiskey Creek and off McGregor. We can grind down those protruding roots along with the main stump so your yard is smooth and safe again. On tight lots in Iona and Fort Myers Shores we take care to locate utilities and protect nearby irrigation and landscaping before we start.
Once the grinding is done, we rake out the area and can haul off the grindings or backfill the hole so it is ready for the next step. Many homeowners pair stump grinding with a tree removal so the whole job is finished in one visit and nothing is left behind. It is a simple add-on that saves you a return trip and a second scheduling headache.
If you have an old stump, or several, that you have been meaning to deal with, we are happy to take a look and give you a free written quote. Grinding is usually faster, cleaner, and more affordable than full extraction, and we will explain the difference so you can choose what fits your plans and your budget.
Storm Damage and Emergency Tree Service in Fort Myers, FL
Davie Tree Service provides 24/7 emergency and storm damage tree service across Fort Myers, Florida. When a tree falls on your home, blocks your driveway, or threatens your property after a hurricane or severe storm, our crews respond quickly to safely remove fallen and hazardous trees. We are fully insured, have handled storm cleanup in Southwest Florida since 1984, and can document the damage to help support your insurance claim.
Fort Myers knows hurricanes all too well. Hurricane Ian in 2022 came ashore nearby and delivered a direct hit, with severe storm surge and wind damage concentrated along Iona, Fort Myers Shores, and the Caloosahatchee riverfront, and Hurricane Irma in 2017 caused widespread tree damage across the region before that. Storms like these snap limbs, uproot mature trees, and leave hazards leaning over homes and lines. We have worked through the aftermath of these events and understand the urgency families feel afterward.
In our sandy soils, even large, healthy-looking trees can topple when saturated ground and high wind combine, and shallow-rooted trees are especially vulnerable. Big live oaks in the older neighborhoods and tall slash pines can drop heavy limbs, while palms may bend, split, or come down entirely. After a storm we prioritize the most dangerous situations first: trees on structures, trees on vehicles, and any limbs tangled with utility lines that we handle safely and appropriately.
If a tree comes down on your house, the first thing to do is make sure everyone is safe and stay well clear of any downed power lines. Then call us. Our insured crews arrive prepared to stabilize the situation and remove the tree in controlled pieces without causing further damage to your roof, screen enclosure, or landscaping. We work carefully because the goal after a storm is to reduce risk, not add to the mess.
Response times depend on conditions. In the hours and days right after a major hurricane, demand across Fort Myers is heavy and access to some neighborhoods can be limited, so we work through calls as fast as we safely can and keep you informed. For everyday storm damage outside of a regional disaster, we are usually able to respond promptly, day or night.
When the tree is down and the debris is cleared, we haul everything away and leave your property as safe and tidy as the situation allows, and we can provide photos and a written description of the work for your insurer. For storm and emergency tree situations in Fort Myers, call us any time at 239-693-5042.
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Land Clearing and Lot Clearing in Fort Myers, FL
Davie Tree Service clears residential lots and land throughout Fort Myers, Florida. We remove trees, brush, palmettos, undergrowth, and debris to prepare your property for building, landscaping, fencing, or simply expanded usable space. With the right equipment and decades of local experience, we handle overgrown lots and acreage efficiently and clean up thoroughly when the job is done.
Fort Myers has plenty of land ready to be reclaimed, from wooded parcels around Gateway to overgrown residential lots and larger acreage on the edges of the city. Left alone in our climate, an empty lot fills in fast with dense undergrowth and thick stands of trees. We clear it back to workable ground, whether you are prepping a homesite, opening up a backyard, or clearing sightlines and access on a riverfront property along the Caloosahatchee.
A big part of clearing land in Southwest Florida is dealing with invasive species. Brazilian pepper and melaleuca take over disturbed ground and crowd out everything else, forming dense thickets that are difficult to remove without the right approach. We clear these invasives along with native trees like slash pines, cabbage palms, and scattered oaks, and we work to leave the desirable, healthy trees standing when you want to keep them as part of the finished landscape.
Clearing on established lots in areas like Iona, Fort Myers Shores, and the neighborhoods off McGregor calls for care, because there are usually homes, fences, irrigation, and utilities nearby. We plan access, protect what stays, and work methodically so the surrounding property is not damaged. On tighter lots we scale the equipment to fit, and on open acreage we can move much faster.
Keep in mind that the City of Fort Myers and Lee County may have rules about removing certain protected species, and clearing regulations can apply depending on the site and scope of the work. We can point you in the right direction on what might be involved, but we always recommend confirming the current requirements with the local authority, and checking any HOA guidelines, before a large clearing project gets underway.
When the clearing is finished, we haul away all the trees, brush, and debris and leave the site clean and ready for the next phase of your project. Call us for a site walk and a clear written quote, tell us what you are trying to accomplish, and we will lay out a plan and clear the lot to match your goals and your timeline.
Serving All of Fort Myers
We provide tree service throughout Fort Myers and nearby neighborhoods including McGregor, Gateway, Whiskey Creek, Fort Myers Shores, Iona. Our crews cover ZIP codes 33901, 33907, 33908, 33912, 33916, 33919 and the surrounding area.
- McGregor
- Gateway
- Whiskey Creek
- Fort Myers Shores
- Iona
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