Are the arborists at Foothill Forest Care ISA certified?

Yes. Both co-founders of Foothill Forest Care are ISA Certified Arborists. Chad Dykstra holds ISA certification WE-5893A and Caroline Bartz holds ISA certification WE-14208A. Both are also TRAQ qualified, meaning they are credentialed to perform formal tree risk assessments. Chad is additionally a member of the American Society of Consulting Arborists.

Is Foothill Forest Care licensed and insured in California?

Yes. Foothill Forest Care holds a California State License Board contractor license (CSLB #1139827) covering both tree service and C-27 landscaping contractor work.

Does Foothill Forest Care remove every tree or do they try to save trees?

Foothill Forest Care prioritizes saving trees whenever possible. Their approach focuses on tree health treatments and skilled pruning to extend the lifespan and improve the health of trees before recommending removal. Removal is a last resort, not a first option.

What areas does Foothill Forest Care serve?

Foothill Forest Care serves a wide area across the Sierra Nevada foothills and greater Sacramento region, including Placerville, Shingle Springs, Cameron Park, El Dorado Hills, Folsom, Roseville, Granite Bay, Rocklin, Loomis, Lincoln, Citrus Heights, Orangevale, Sacramento, Elk Grove, Rancho Murieta, South Lake Tahoe, and many surrounding communities in El Dorado and Sacramento counties.

Can Foothill Forest Care help with El Dorado County oak ordinance compliance?

Yes. Foothill Forest Care has worked closely with the El Dorado County Planning Department and has developed deep expertise in the county oak ordinance — often knowing its requirements more thoroughly than county staff. They can provide the inspections, documentation, and reports needed for planning department compliance.

Does Foothill Forest Care handle wildfire defensible space work?

Yes. Wildfire safety and defensible space is one of their core services. They help homeowners and property owners in the Sierra Nevada foothills meet California defensible space requirements and reduce wildfire risk through strategic tree and vegetation management.

What is Foothill Forest Care's customer rating?

Foothill Forest Care holds a perfect 5.0 star rating across all 33 verified Google reviews. They have never received less than a five star review.

Does Foothill Forest Care work with HOAs and commercial properties?

Yes. Foothill Forest Care provides tree care services for homeowners associations, commercial properties, and large accounts throughout the Sacramento region and Sierra Nevada foothills. Their C-27 Landscaping Contractor license and ISA certifications make them qualified for complex commercial work.

FOOTHILL FOREST CARE

Tree Service in Placerville, CA

ISA Certified Arborists Providing Tree Removal, Pruning & Plant Health Care Across El Dorado County

Foothill Forest Care provides trusted tree services in Placerville, CA, El Dorado County, and the Sierra Foothills to protect your home, care for your trees, and support our Foothill forest.

About Us

Foothill Forest Care is a family-owned team of ISA Certified Arborists providing professional tree care across Placerville, El Dorado County, and the Sierra Foothills. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured in California (CSLB #139827), members of the American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA), and ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ).

We believe forest care starts at home – every residential tree supports the health, safety, and resilience of our Foothill forest. Our mission is to keep your trees healthy, protect your home from hazards, and strengthen the forest we all share.

Foothill Forest Care holds a California C-27 Landscaping Contractor License in addition to ISA certifications. This allows us to legally install and plant trees as part of removal, replacement, mitigation, and construction projects.

While we do not provide routine lawn care or landscape maintenance, our licensing ensures that tree planting, restoration, and mitigation work is performed in full compliance with California contractor regulations. When preservation, replacement, or installation is part of the scope — we handle it properly and legally.

With decades of experience in pruning, safe tree removals, arborist reports, tree risk assessments, wildfire defensible space, and plant health treatments, we deliver trusted, sustainable care tailored to our region. Homeowners across El Dorado, Amador, Placer, Sacramento, Yolo, and Solano Counties rely on us for knowledgeable, honest, and safety-focused tree and forest care.

Formerly Foothill Tree Service

Foothill Forest Care was previously known as Foothill Tree Service. While our name has evolved to better reflect our focus on comprehensive arborist-led tree care, our ownership, standards, and commitment to the community remain the same. If you’re searching for Foothill Tree Service, you’re in the right place. We continue to serve El Dorado County with the same experienced team, professional documentation, and long-term tree care approach our clients have come to trust.

Our Services Include:

Learn more about our most-requested tree care services below, each tailored to the unique needs of Placerville and the Sierra Foothills.

Tree Care Solutions

Tree Pruning, Removal & Storm Cleanup

Certified arborists providing expert tree pruning, safe removal, structural cabling, and wildfire safety solutions for homes and properties in Placerville and El Dorado County.

Tree Inspections & Reports

Professional tree reports, permitting assistance, and Oak Tree Ordinance compliance for construction or property improvements. We also provide tree risk assessments and expert representation for homeowners across the Sierra Foothills.

Tree & Plant Health Treatments

Our certified arborists deliver tailored tree and plant health care programs for homeowners across Placerville, El Dorado County, and the Sierra Foothills. Services include diagnosis and treatment for tree diseases, pest infestations, and soil health issues to restore vitality, prevent decline, and promote long-term growth in our local foothill ecosystems.

Commercial & HOA Tree Services

Comprehensive tree care programs and detailed inventory reports for HOAs, businesses, and property managers. Designed for safety, compliance, and budget-aligned maintenance across El Dorado County and surrounding areas.

Why Hire Foothill Forest Care?

Choosing the right tree care company matters. At Foothill Forest Care, we combine professional arborist expertise, local knowledge, and licensed landscape capability to deliver solutions that are thoughtful, complete, and built to last.

What sets us apart is not just how we care for trees, but how we care for the entire landscape they live in.

Homeowners choose Foothill Forest Care because we offer:

ISA Certified Arborists with decades of hands-on experience in residential, forest, and managed landscapes
Local expertise rooted in the soils, slopes, oak woodlands, and wildfire conditions of the Sierra Foothills
Safety-first pruning, removals, and risk assessments designed to protect homes, people, and property
Licensed landscape services, allowing us to plant trees properly, address grading concerns, and resolve light irrigation or root-related issues when hardscape or infrastructure is affected
Integrated recommendations that consider trees, soil, irrigation, and surrounding structures—rather than treating each issue in isolation
Clear estimates, honest timelines, and professional crews who communicate throughout the job
And yes – we actually show up.

Because we are licensed in both tree care and landscaping, we’re able to solve problems that other tree-only companies cannot; such as planting replacement trees correctly, stabilizing disturbed areas, or addressing minor irrigation impacts caused by root growth or removal work.

We treat your trees like our own and your property with respect. From the first conversation to the final cleanup, Foothill Forest Care delivers dependable service, professional results, and peace of mind.