Curtis McCallum is not just the founder of CLC Tree Services; he is a visionary who has nurtured and expanded the company from its roots as a stump removal service to its current status as a leading tree service provider. Curtis’s journey began in 1988, driven by a passion for arboriculture and a commitment to providing top-notch service to the London community. Over the years, he has continuously broadened his expertise, including completing the Ontario Pesticide Training and Certification at the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus.
As a respected member of the business community, Curtis serves on the committee of the Better Business Bureau and is a board member of the London Executive Association. His leadership has not only propelled CLC Tree Services to its success but has also fostered a culture of professionalism and continuous learning within the company. Curtis, along with his wife Anna Marie, has passed on his passion for trees and business acumen to his sons, Luke and Calvin, ensuring that the legacy of CLC Tree Services will continue to grow and thrive in the hands of the next generation.
Together, the story of CLC Tree Services and Curtis McCallum is one of growth, dedication, and a deep-seated love for the natural world. It is a testament to what can be achieved with hard work, a commitment to quality, and an unwavering dedication to the principles of sustainable and responsible tree care.
Since its inception in 1988, CLC Tree Services has stood as a paragon of excellence and dedication in the field of arboriculture within London, Ontario, and its surrounding areas. Founded on the principles of unparalleled customer service and environmental stewardship, CLC Tree Services has grown from a humble stump removal service into a comprehensive tree care provider. Our commitment to leaving work sites in better condition than we found them exemplifies our respect for both our clients’ properties and the urban forest at large.
Armed with the desire, knowledge, expertise, and equipment necessary to address all aspects of tree services, CLC caters to both residential and commercial property owners. Our services range from routine maintenance to solving complex tree-related challenges. We take pride in our proactive approach to tree management, ensuring the longevity and vitality of the urban forest for generations to come. As part of our commitment to the community and the environment, we work closely with various groups to enhance urban tree care, always with a keen eye on eco-friendly practices.
Here at CLC Tree Services, we like to think we do a good job of making our customers happy when we provide tree services. We promptly respond to phone and email inquiries, and organize estimates as quickly as we can. Once a customer decides to move forward with their tree services, we then schedule the work… Read more »
Everyone recognizes the glorious leaf on the Canadian flag; the iconic maple leaf forever! Did you know that there are over 125 species of Acer trees and 10 of them are native to Canada? Can you tell one maple from another? QUIZ TIME! Let’s see who really knows their maple trees. Match the maple leaves pictured below… Read more »
Everyone likes coffee, don’t they? Well, you should! How about the Kentucky Coffee Tree? While you can’t get a latte from one, they are a pretty special deciduous tree. They are native to Southwestern Ontario, but sadly are also considered a species at risk by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. These threatened trees are deserving… Read more »
5 REASONS TO PLANT A TREE Food – Trees provide food for insects, birds, animals and people! Everything from the flowers, fruit, nuts, bark, leaves and even the roots; they all offer nutrition to different creatures at different times. We couldn’t live without them! Mood – Studies have proven that spending time near trees helps… Read more »
In days long ago, arborists headed off to work in no more than their hat and suspenders, but in today’s world a few more items are necessary. Tree care can be a challenging line of work and safety equipment is key in keeping arborists safe on the job. There aren’t many folks who sport suspenders anymore,… Read more »
Losing a tree can be heartbreaking for any homeowner, but when you lose more than one it’s devastating. Even worse, it can change the look and feel of your home, as well as your enjoyment of it. So when Bill and Colleen Lindley discovered a fungus in the spruce and pine trees at the back… Read more »
“Fail to Prepare, Prepare to Fail” – Reminder from Mark Cooke at London Arborist Day, 2015 As vehicles pulled into the Talbotville Optimist Park on May 6th, 2015, they were greeted by the sight of two new stumpers, a skidder, a chipper and a shiny new 70′ aerial spider lift. Tables were covered in ropes, helmets,… Read more »
Here at CLC Tree Services, we love trees. Native trees, big trees, little trees, deciduous or coniferous trees. Any kind of trees really. But we are saddened when we hear that some native trees species are at risk. Some of them are threatened by insects; the most recognizable right now of course being ash trees by… Read more »
The weather has finally turned in London, Ontario; sunshine, mild breezes and double digits! You have to get outside! Birds are chirping, grass is finally growing and area trees are bursting out of hibernation to announce that spring has arrived. Go already! Do you need more of a reason? How about we entice you with… Read more »
Chances are that the books on your nightstand might have started out as Populus tremuloides. The tall, smooth tree is a relatively fast grower, so popular with pulp and paper mills. This sun-loving tree is often one of the first deciduous trees to regenerate areas decimated by fire, in part due to its underground root suckers. Those… Read more »
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