Independent Tree Service Inc

About us

22 employees. 4 ISA CERTIFIED ARBORISTS. No subs. Cost is determined by job. Super Service Award 16 YEARS IN A ROW! 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 License - 10286, 9623 & 7083. Additional contact name - Jerry Upcavage, Jordan Upcavage, Anna Ficarra Upcavage, Christi Upcavage

Business highlights

46 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Tree trimming, removals, storm prep, storm cleanup, consultation regarding tree preservation, root pruning & stump grinding, lightning protection, cabling & bracing

Services we don't offer

Tree planting & spraying, landscaping.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

5%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

5.01,171 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
96%
4
3%
3
1%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 626-650 of 1171 reviews

GEORGANNE D.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Both are very knowledgeable. They have the equipment and skill available to do most any job you would need for your trees.
Description of Work: We have used Independent Tree Service for many years. They are consistently professional and do a great job. Jerry, the owner, is a certified arborist and works with his son.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Mary C.
01/2014
5.0
landscaping, lawn service
  + 0 more
It went well- came on time, professional, check with me several times. Job well done.
Description of Work: Trimmed 2 tress in my yard- large oak trees

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,200

John K.
01/2014
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, tree service
  + 1 more
I received a prompt call back and visit from the owner, Jerry Upcavage. Extremely professional and very handy that he is a certified aborist. He made recommendations for every tree in the yard and explained the city codes and processes. I received a very fair price and he handled the routine permit for tree pruning. The grand tree needed a special process which he helped to coordinate. This was a very large job by Tampa standards and he was still able to perform the job in one day due to plenty of manpower and top of the line equipment. When the grand tree authorization was complete, his crew promptly returned and cut down the Laural Oak. Jerry and his son Jordan always called me back whenever I needed to coordinate, came to the site to ensure the cutting went smoothly and always followed up. I highly recommend this company to anyone, especially for large jobs or those requiring a higher level of expertise.
Description of Work: Removed several giant Australian Pines, topped several more, removed dead snags from back yard, pruned a live oak tree from side yard, removed mature dying Laural Oak tree from front yard. Made recommendations on all trees in yard, application process for the large Oak removal, provided point of contact for tree replacement service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,200

John D.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I called four different companies for estimates. Independent Tree Service won the job hands down. Not only did they offer a good price, but Jordan was the most professional and knowledgeable of them all. He had a laser pointer that he used to show and confirm which branches he thought should be trimmed as well as to make sure he knew which ones I wanted to be trimmed. He also showed me where on the tree/limb they would make the cut and explained why (e.g., growth pattern, etc). The job was for them to trim at least 8 large trees and cut down 1 old Australian pine. The work was done in a timely manner and they called me to let me know what day and time. They showed up when they said they would (so rare in home repairs, etc)! Jordan's team did a professional and beautiful job. I asked them to come back to take care of one limb, and he was polite and responsive and sent someone out immediately. I asked them to leave me some mulch and they cleaned up all other debris. When I was unable to use all of the mulch, he went the extra mile and had someone pick it up. They also gave me a follow-up call to make sure I was pleased with the job. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Independent Tree Service! I have lived in my house for 20 years and Jordan offered the most professional customer service I've ever experienced. If only more companies could be like them, home improvement/repair would not be such a painful and stressful process! Thanks, Independent Tree Service! You have a customer for life.
Description of Work: The job was for them to trim at least 8 large trees and cut down 1 old Australian pine.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,350

Stacy G.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did a nice job. They were punctual and professional.
Description of Work: This was a Big Deal for $200 Worth of Tree Services!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$99

Dana K.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Jordan Upcavage, certified arborist, came to give us an estimate. He was extremely professional and knowledgeable. There was absolutely no pressure to add more work. He gave us a great discount for having all the work done at once. Three men worked for four hours trimming the trees around our home. They did an excellent job and were all very courteous and friendly. The price was very reasonable. I highly recommend Independent Tree Service.
Description of Work: trimmed trees

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Gina D.
12/2013
5.0
landscaping, lawn service, tree service
  + 1 more
Jerry was great! I bought his "big deal" a year ago and forgot about it until it was almost expired. I called him on the expiration date and he honord it anyway. Jerry set up a date to trim our trees within a week. We forgot and had to re-schedule due to cars being parked under the trees. They were great about needing to reschedule. They came on the new day and did a great job trimming the trees. I would recommend them and use them again. This was for our commercial property, and we need some trimming done at the house. Gina d
Description of Work: Trimmed our trees

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

rita W.
12/2013
5.0
lawn service, tree service
  + 0 more
they did exactly what they quoted to do. Cleaned out dead branches, removed limbs growing over roof, and brought the tree line up from the ground. I have had other tree services in the past but none as thorough as this.
Description of Work: trimmed 2 oak trees in back yard

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Linda C.
12/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I am a happy repeat customer! Jerry gave me a quote for the work needed to be done. His crew came out on time and did not leave until everything was done and all debris removed. This job is always very tough and timely! His crew works so hard and are such wonderful guys! They are very professional as well! I will not let anyone else trim my trees because Jerry and his son Jordan are very knowledgeable regarding trees and whats best for them. I wanted to top trim my Virburnum and Jerry advised me to wait until the start of Spring and explained why. Other companies would have trimmed them in order to get more money. I will be contacting Jerry and his crew in the Spring!
Description of Work: Trim palms, top and side trim bamboo., side trim viburnum & remove and recycle all debris.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$580

MARION G.
12/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Work done efficiently as usual as planned.
Description of Work: Removed fallen tree, deadwood, 2 large camphor trees, removed debris.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$765

SUE W.
12/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Very professional. They did an excellent job - the trees look great. Cleaned up after themselves and were careful not to hurt any of the existing landscaping.
Description of Work: Removed a tree, trimmed trees, removed vines from trees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Daryle G.
12/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
All went as expected. Jerry is knowledgeable and professional. I recommend this company for anyone who cares about the health of their trees.
Description of Work: Removed low foliage, topped double trunk tree, elevated trees, misc. trimmings.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$680

Mary C.
12/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Initial tree pruning. Elevated front live oak for 12' vertical foliage clearance over road and 10' foliage clearance over driveway & turf. Cleared roof line & crown cleaned to remove dead/dying limbs and low sprout growth. Standard trim of 2 palm trees. Elevated front camphor to 10', cleared roof & crown cleaned to remove dead/dying limbs. Removed huge Bouganvilla cluster in backyard. | |Without a doubt, will hire again. Could not be more courteous, knowledgeable and professional. Honored all Angie's List discounts and took care of business at first opportunity. Extremely pleased with this company and will continue to use them for yearly maintenance of our trees.
Description of Work: .

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$810

jared K.
12/2013
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
It was good as well, they perform the services that I requested and I must as a good fight because it was the first time I have ever done the tree service. I will say that they did have to make a return visit because they did not specifically perform of the requested, like, they did not cut it all and they actually have come back out for the second trip. That was 12 months ago for $600. The guy who came out and did the initial estimate seemed to be quite knowledgeable about what was talking about as far as the tree is in the proper way to cut. It seemed like he knew what he was doing, so, that was good. But as far as they prefer to perform the work honestly, anytime they could expect a trip that is not ideal. The tree trim was fine but they did lead some scratch on the ground that they did not take up the first time, but they did recover on the second time. Whatever discrepancy they had was all from the second trip as well. Overall, I would say, it was satisfactory. I do not have any basis of a person for a tree trim but it was my daughter to cut some trees. .
Description of Work: I used Independent Tree Service Inc. for tree service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Halina G.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Chris and Calvin did an excellent job. Were very professional. Cleaned up all tree branches and debris when job was finished. both very polite and answered all my numerous questions.
Description of Work: Canopy on three trees raised and branches removed that were close to the house/garage. Diseased pine tree was removed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

LaVonne R.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
On time, for estimate and work. Answered all questions and explained thoroughly what would and would not be done to avoid harm to the tree. Very professional and accommodating.
Description of Work: Carefully, trimmed dead wood and low hanging branches from big, old oak tree.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

Juanita D.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Arrived on time, work was done as discussed.
Description of Work: Pruned large trees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Jennifer M.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I contacted Jerry the owner and he came out and gave me an estimate. He was the 2nd guy I called and I like the way he did business. We scheduled a date to come out and have the trees cut back and then removed and also to grind the stumps all over the property. They were able to come out earlier than scheduled to cut down and prune the trees and made our jungle of a backyard beautiful again. We scheduled a later date to come out and get all the stumps ground out because we went out of town. When we got back they were ready to grind the stumps, they had a couple hiccups with the grinder the first day but it was a safety issue so I was ok with them getting the machine fixed first and coming back later. They came back the following day and completed all the stumps in the yard. I believe they cut down about 3 big trees and and cut back the entire property line, then ground down about 15 or more stumps. Our back yard just needs a good landscaper and we will be in business! Thanks again Jerry for the great job!
Description of Work: Tree removal, pruning and stump grinding

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,350

Tom M.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Well please with the service I received from these guys! Great job!
Description of Work: I had tree roots cut and removed from around exterior water pipes. Also cut tree roots leading up to my house foundation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Debbie W.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Quick response to request for estimate. This was my second time using this company. Performed services requested using arborist techniques. Cleaned up and removed all debris. Follow up call next day.
Description of Work: Tree pruning to cluster palms, elm, oak, and other trees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$650

Gloria S.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The owner came out to do the tree estimate and the cost of tree removal was within my expectations. The crew arrived on time and was a model of efficiency. The very large tree in front of my house came down in a few hours. They provided nice cut logs for firewood that was stacked into the receptacle that I provided. The stump grinding also provided excellent mulch for other landscaping. I highly recommend this company for any tree removal.
Description of Work: Cut down my tree and provided firewood.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$675

Shannon T.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Quote was provided based on a picture that I texted to the company. Tree and stump were removed, just as promised.
Description of Work: Removed tree and stump

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$255

Dennis R.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The owner called several times - very thorough - did not need signed contractor - professional - excellent.
Description of Work: Oak tree trimming.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$680

Donald W.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
After one day rain delay (we were informed), 4 men and 2 trucks arrived, on time, spent 4 hours trimming. Cleanup (well done) very responsive, informative and thorough.
Description of Work: Trim oak, crepe myrtle and another tree.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$480

Nancy M.
11/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Very well, clean up was excellent. and no damage to adjacent bushes and shrubbeny.
Description of Work: Tree trimming.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,900

Contact information

2609 N Armenia Ave Shop - 2609 N Armenia Ave Tampa 33607, Tampa, FL 33607

http://www.independenttreeservice.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

No License Required for Trade

Trade License Number
9623.0000
Trade License Locale
Hillsborough County
Trade License Authority
Hillsborough County Contractor Licensing
Trade License Expiration
09/30/2019

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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FAQ

Independent Tree Service Inc is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Thursday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Friday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Independent Tree Service Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Independent Tree Service Inc offers free project estimates.
Yes, Independent Tree Service Inc offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Independent Tree Service Inc offers a 5% senior discount.
Yes, Independent Tree Service Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, Independent Tree Service Inc offers warranties.
Independent Tree Service Inc offers the following services: Tree trimming, removals, storm prep, storm cleanup, consultation regarding tree preservation, root pruning & stump grinding, lightning protection, cabling & bracing
Tree planting & spraying, landscaping.

Contact information

2609 N Armenia Ave Shop - 2609 N Armenia Ave Tampa 33607, Tampa, FL 33607

http://www.independenttreeservice.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday:
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday:
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM