Business Details
12 Years
experience
Professional Tree Services in Seneca, SC
Founded in 2014, TreeSouth, LLC is a family-owned tree care company serving Oconee, Pickens, and Anderson Counties in South Carolina. Our team includes three Certified Arborists and trained technicians dedicated to providing high-quality tree services that prioritize safety, integrity, and environmental stewardship. We specialize in tree pruning, removal, pest management, and plant health care, using modern equipment and techniques that align with national standards. Our certified arborists offer free estimates and personalized solutions tailored to each client's landscape needs.With decades of combined experience, we emphasize ongoing education, industry leadership, and community involvement to ensure the health and longevity of your trees. We maintain liability insurance, follow OSHA safety protocols, and prioritize transparent communication to deliver reliable, professional service. Our commitment to excellence extends to consulting services, including tree assessments and pre-construction protection plans, as well as educational presentations for community groups.
Services
Tree Pruning
Tree Removal
Stump Grinding
Pest Management
Tree Health Assessments
Fertilization
Cabling & Bracing
Lightning Protection
Consulting Services
Community Presentations
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We employ ISA Certified Arborists with decades of industry experience
- Our team follows OSHA safety standards and undergoes regular drug testing
- We provide free estimates with personalized, science-based recommendations
- Modern equipment ensures efficient, high-quality service delivery
- Liability and workers' compensation insurance protect our clients and staff
Associations and certifications
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
What people say
Satisfied clients
Extra mile
Top quality work
Certified arborists
Professional service
Services
Tree Pruning
Our certified arborists perform precision pruning that balances aesthetic appeal with tree health. We follow national standards to remove deadwood, improve structure, and maintain natural growth patterns while avoiding harmful practices that compromise tree longevity.
Tree Removal
We safely remove hazardous or irreparably damaged trees using specialized equipment and techniques. Our team prioritizes property protection and provides stump grinding services to complete the removal process efficiently and thoroughly.
Pest Management
Our licensed pesticide applicators identify and treat insect infestations like hemlock woolly adelgids and bagworms. We develop customized treatment plans using environmentally responsible methods to protect tree health while complying with regulatory standards.
Stump Grinding
We eliminate tripping hazards and improve landscape aesthetics by grinding stumps below ground level. This service follows tree removals to restore usable space while preventing regrowth and pest infestations in remaining wood matter.
Tree Health Assessments
Certified arborists conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify disease, structural weaknesses, and environmental stressors. We provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations for preserving tree health and mitigating risks to property and safety.
People
Karl Pokorny
Owner and Certified Arborist
With over 40 years in arboriculture, Karl became ISA-certified in 1993 and holds degrees from Clemson University and Northern Virginia Community College. He has served on ISA board committees and organized multiple industry conferences.
Paul Minerva
Certified Arborist
Paul provides expert tree care assessments and management plans, applying ISA-certified standards to ensure client properties maintain healthy, safe tree populations through proper maintenance practices.
Sarah Roach
Office Manager
Sarah coordinates client communications and service scheduling, ensuring smooth operations and timely responses to customer inquiries about tree care services and project planning.
Colby Moore
General Foreman
Colby supervises field operations, overseeing safe and efficient execution of tree pruning, removal, and installation projects while mentoring junior staff in industry best practices and safety protocols.
Trenton Sanders
Certified Arborist
Trenton combines technical expertise with hands-on experience in tree climbing and ground operations, delivering quality service while maintaining strict adherence to safety standards during complex tree care projects.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We provide tree services in Oconee, Pickens, and Anderson Counties of South Carolina.
Are your arborists certified?
Yes, we employ three ISA Certified Arborists with specialized training in tree care and safety standards.
Do you offer emergency services?
We address urgent tree hazards during regular business hours but don't provide 24/7 emergency response.
What services require payment?
All services except initial consultations and estimates require payment based on agreed project scope.
Can you help with pest problems?
Our licensed applicators identify and treat tree pests using environmentally responsible methods and products.
Do you provide maintenance plans?
Yes, we create customized tree care plans including pruning schedules, fertilization, and health monitoring.
Reviews (3)
Mary Padua
May 01, 2021
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Karl Pokorny and his team have once again done a professional job clearing a 70' high tree (Liriodendron tulipifera) with a girth that varied from 3 to 4 ft in diameter. It toppled over in the last storm (far from anyone's house, thankfully). Karl responded promptly after I called, and met to review and assess the damage. His estimate was reasonable. His crew (Bradley, Colby, Austin and Carlos) just left after carefully cutting the fallen trunk, branches and foliage, and cleared the area (ditch witch and other equipment), as well as cutting down another younger tulip tree (branches sheared by the
Todd O.
Mar 21, 2021
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After coming out personally to review the job, Carl (owner) agreed to remove the fallen trees from my home, as well as the sizeable stumps, after a bad storm on 10/29/20. Carl was there the next day (10/30) and his crew came on Halloween morning (Saturday). With impressive equipment, they made quick work of the large oaks. During a break, I asked the (presumed) foreman about removing the large stumps. He replied he, "didn't know anything about" removing them. I called and texted Carl several times with no response. He finally replied Monday and apologized for telling his crew
Teresa Pitts
Sep 26, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Sumner and Pat showed up on time, very pleasant, and professional. They took their time with my tree and cleaned up better than they found their surroundings. I am pleased with their work.
Service:Tree trimming and pruning
Sumner and Pat showed up on time, very pleasant, and professional. They took their time with my tree and cleaned up better than they found their surroundings. I am pleased with their work.
Service:Tree trimming and pruning
