Our Story: Built on Safety and Service
KC Tree brings safe, dependable tree services to homeowners and businesses across Wakulla County. We handle the dangerous work so you don't have to.
KC Tree started because too many homeowners in Crawfordville were getting hurt, or worse, trying to handle tree work on their own. A leaning oak, a storm-damaged limb hanging over the roof, a stump in the way of a new patio: these jobs look simple until a chainsaw, a ladder, and gravity get involved.
Our mission is straightforward. We give neighbors in Wakulla County a local tree company they can call instead of renting equipment they don't know how to use. Every job, from routine tree trimming to a full tree removal after a hurricane, gets handled by trained crews with the right gear and the experience to do it safely.
DIY tree work causes more injuries and property damage than most people expect. A falling branch can take out a fence, a power line, or a person in seconds. That's the gap KC Tree exists to fill: professional tree care that protects your property, your family, and your wallet.
Kalem Carraway: Crawfordville's "Tree Guy"
Kalem Carraway grew up in Crawfordville, and around here, folks just know him as the tree guy. He's spent years climbing, cutting, and clearing trees across Wakulla County long before KC Tree had a name on the truck.
That local knowledge matters. Kalem knows how Wakulla County's sandy soil and coastal storms affect tree health, which species tend to drop limbs without warning, and which neighborhoods flood first when a storm rolls through from the Gulf.
With more than 15 years of combined hands-on experience behind the company, KC Tree isn't a crew learning on your property. It's a team that already knows the trees, the terrain, and the people in Crawfordville, Wakulla Springs, Woodville, and the surrounding towns.
What Guides Every Job We Take On
KC Tree runs on three simple principles. They shape how we train our crews, how we quote a job, and how we clean up when the work is done.
Every residential and commercial tree services job, big or small, gets treated with the same standard of care.
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Safety First
Tree work involves real hazards: falling limbs, power lines, chainsaws, and unstable trunks. Our crews follow strict safety protocols on every job, so hazardous limb removal and storm cleanup never become the next accident.
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Reliability You Can Count On
We show up when we say we will and finish what we start. Whether it's a scheduled tree pruning appointment or an emergency call after storm damage, Crawfordville residents know KC Tree follows through.
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Quality Workmanship
From clean pruning cuts that protect tree health to a stump removal that leaves your yard ready for landscaping, we take pride in work that holds up. Sloppy cuts and half-finished cleanup aren't how we operate.
Our Commitment to Safety and Quality Standards
Tree care done right takes more than a chainsaw and a truck. It takes the right equipment, trained hands, and a plan for what happens after the cutting stops.
Here's what that commitment looks like on every job:
- Insured crews trained in current safety practices for tree trimming, pruning, and removal
- Commercial grade equipment suited to everything from small limb work to large tree removal for construction sites
- Careful debris cleanup and hauling, so your yard looks better than before we arrived
- Attention to diseased or infested tree removal before problems spread to healthy trees nearby
- Thorough roof and gutter debris removal after storms, so leaves and branches don't clog your drainage
- Honest, upfront tree service estimates with no pressure and no surprise charges
Trusted by Homeowners Across Wakulla County
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I had 2 trees removed today and met some of the finest young men, professional, polite and with manners. The work that they did was awesome, even cleaned up afterwards. I would recommned Kalem and his crew for any tree work that needs to be done. Thank you KC Tree Service.
Joan Hart - ★★★★★
KC did a great job on a cluster of trees very close to my house. The clean up was also very thorough! Thanks
Jonathan Arnold - ★★★★★
KC Tree Service came to my property and removed 6 trees in one day with the assistance of a crane. The guys were friendly worked steadily from start to finish. The end result looks amazing and I am very glad I chose to call them! They were also very mindful of my property and didn't damage any other plants, structures or even the grass. A++
Daniel Pooser - ★★★★★
Talk about Rock Stars!!!! The Owner and crew really care about going above and beyond what is expected! We haven’t received customer service and workmanship like this in years. Left our yard in better shape than when they arrived. Highly recommend
Sandi Farrell - ★★★★★
Great Tree service company , great prices , and the owner Kalem Carraway is a great guy that cares about his customers
Angela Godwin - ★★★★★
Kalem, the owner, came out to give me an estimate hours after contact. He was exceptionally knowledgeable, kind, and thorough. He cares for the environment and our wildlife as much as he fires his customers, which is an amazing and rare quality! I will only ever hire this company for tree work, and cannot recommend them highly enough.
Jill Johns - ★★★★★
Very dependable! Helped my parents to remove trees off of their property with the best prices and amazing work! 10/10 recommend 😁
Brandy Woodward - ★★★★★
I’ve trusted Kalem and his team for years. They’ve helped clean up dead trees and skillfully drop trees that were either sick or way too close to my house or business.
Donald Miley - ★★★★★
Had several trees done at different times locations. Great service and price, I will call and use them next time service is needed!
Shawn Castle
Our Process From Inspection to Cleanup
Every job starts with a conversation and ends with a clean yard. Here's what to expect when you call KC Tree for tree removal, trimming, or storm damage cleanup.
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On-Site Inspection and Free Estimate
We walk your property, assess the tree or trees in question, and talk through what needs to happen. Whether it's a dead tree removal, a diseased limb, or a tree blocking a construction project, you'll get a clear, no-obligation estimate before any work begins.
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Safe, Efficient Tree Work
Once you approve the plan, our crew gets to work with the right equipment for the job: trimming and pruning for tree health, careful removal for hazardous or storm-damaged trees, or stump removal services where a stump is in the way.
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Full Debris Cleanup and Hauling
We don't leave branches and wood chips behind. Our team handles complete tree debris cleanup and hauling, plus seasonal extras like gutter leaf removal and roof blowing, so your property is left clean and ready for whatever comes next.
Ready to Meet the Team?
If you've got a dangerous branch, a storm-damaged tree, or a stump that's been sitting in your yard too long, KC Tree is ready to help. Reach out today for a free tree removal estimate and see why Crawfordville calls us the local tree company that gets it right the first time.