Business Details
13 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Tree Services in Rochester, NY
Flower City Tree was founded in 2013 by Steve Scherdin, a seasoned professional with decades of combined experience in industrial work and tree care. As a second-generation family-owned business, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional arbor care services to residential, commercial, and municipal clients across the Greater Rochester area. Our team includes ISA Certified Arborists who specialize in tree removal, pruning, plant health care, and emergency storm response, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of safety and quality.We prioritize sustainable practices by repurposing urban wood into valuable products, reflecting our deep respect for nature and commitment to environmental stewardship. Since our founding, we have grown steadily through a culture of safety, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, serving thousands of residents with reliable and expert tree care solutions.
Services
Tree Removal
Plant Health Care
Emergency Tree Services
Stump Grinding
EAB Detection
Tree Pruning
Wood Repurposing
Commercial Arboriculture
Squirrel Protection
Crane Removal
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 2nd generation family-owned service with ISA Certified expertise
- Our team implements sustainable tree repurposing practices for environmental benefit
- We provide 24/7 emergency response for storm-damaged trees
- Our certified arborists guarantee proper tree care on the first visit
- We maintain a perfect safety record across residential and commercial projects
Associations and certifications
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
Services
Tree Removal
Our certified arborists safely remove hazardous or dying trees using advanced equipment like cranes and telehandlers. We follow strict safety protocols while preserving surrounding landscapes. Each removal includes proper disposal or repurposing of wood materials.
Plant Health Care
We diagnose and treat tree diseases, pests, and nutritional deficiencies through integrated pest management. Regular monitoring and tailored treatment plans ensure long-term tree vitality. Our services include fertilizer applications and pesticide management with proper labeling.
Emergency Tree Services
Available 24/7 for urgent tree issues caused by storms or accidents. Rapid response teams handle dangerous limb removal and property damage mitigation. We prioritize safety while restoring hazardous situations to stable conditions.
Wood Repurposing
We transform urban trees into usable products through our milling operations. Salvaged wood becomes furniture-grade slabs while leftover materials become colored mulch. This zero-waste approach gives new life to removed trees while reducing landfill impact.
Stump Grinding
Professional stump elimination using heavy-duty grinding equipment. We remove stumps below ground level while preserving lawn integrity. Processed wood chips can be reused as mulch or completely removed based on client preference.
People
Steve Scherdin
Founder
Steve Scherdin founded Flower City Tree in 2013 after a successful industrial career. With decades of hands-on experience in tree care and firewood sales, he leads operations while maintaining strict safety standards and quality control across all projects.
Andrew Scherdin
Business Partner
Andrew Scherdin joined Flower City Tree in 2014 as business partner after completing arborist certification. He manages daily operations and client relations, combining technical expertise with customer service excellence to maintain the company's growing reputation.
Questions
What areas do you service?
We serve Rochester and surrounding communities including Brighton, Fairport, Gates, Henrietta, and all Monroe County areas listed on our website.
Are your arborists certified?
Yes, our team includes International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Certified Arborists who maintain current industry standards and safety protocols.
Do you handle emergency tree removal?
We provide 24/7 emergency response for storm-damaged or hazardous trees. Call our emergency line at 585-205-8213 for urgent situations.
How do you handle wood waste?
We repurpose 100% of removed trees through milling operations or colored mulch production, eliminating landfill waste while creating sustainable products.
Can I schedule routine tree maintenance?
Yes, we offer annual pruning, health assessments, and preventive care plans to maintain tree safety and longevity across residential and commercial properties.
Reviews (5)
Christine & Charles S.
Jan 17, 2022
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On January 5th, 2022 we had Flower City come to our home to remove 2 very large poplar trees that were close to our house and to prune an ornamental cherry tree. Peter's crew arrived on time at 8 AM and he and his crew worked continuously until the job was completed. Peter and his crew worked extremely well together and were very professional. They went above and beyond in order to ensure our satisfaction with the job. I would highly recommend Flower City Tree if you need tree removal, stump removal, or tree trimming and pruning.
Martin Cozens
Jan 10, 2022
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Flower City Tree were one of the most professional, responsive, and skilled teams we could have asked for and the work they did on trimming and pruning our locust tree was first class. David (the main team leader) was friendly, courteous, made solid recommendations regarding the removal of deadwood and aesthetic balance and, took the time to walk me through every aspect of the operation. The team deployed their equipment in a timely manner, worked really well together, and removed all debris in a very thorough manner. David even took the time to identify some additional areas that needed attention
Meghan Robinson
Jan 06, 2022
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Peter and his team did an excellent job pruning all of our trees and cleaned up beautifully. It was such a bitter cold day and they didnt even complain. I also appreciated they got back to me at the beginning, as the other places I called never returned my call. They even came out on their own to take pictures of the property and submit a proposal and I didnt need to be at home.
Jennifer Turner
Nov 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Flower City Tree is the BEST! They are honest, fair, reasonable, professional, neat and courteous. We had a large ash tree pruned and two stumps ground. We were extremely satisfied with the work performed and the excellent customer service we received. We highly recommend them. A big shout out to Peters crew!!
Services:Stump removal,Tree trimming and pruning
Flower City Tree is the BEST! They are honest, fair, reasonable, professional, neat and courteous. We had a large ash tree pruned and two stumps ground. We were extremely satisfied with the work performed and the excellent customer service we received. We highly recommend them. A big shout out to Peters crew!!
Services:Stump removal,Tree trimming and pruning
Kathia Casion
Oct 14, 2021
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I hired Flower City Tree to remove a huge tree in my yard. They were punctual and professional. They took care to protect the grass from their machinery by using thick pads under their path, they raked leaves and branches as they worked, left the area as if a giant tree was never there and they were very nice. I cannot say enough good things about them and have already contracted with them to remove 3 more trees in the yard. Thank you!!
