Foothill Forest Care LLC is a licensed landscaping contractor based in Placerville, El Dorado County, California. Operating under CSLB license #1139827 with a CLEAR status, this family-owned team of ISA Certified Arborists brings extensive experience in professional tree care to homeowners and commercial clients across the Sierra Foothills.

Services & Specialties

Foothill Forest Care LLC specializes in comprehensive arborist-led tree care, including:

  • Tree Pruning, Removal & Storm Cleanup: Expert pruning, safe tree removal, structural cabling, and wildfire safety solutions.
  • Tree & Plant Health Treatments: Diagnosis and treatment for diseases, pest infestations, and soil health.
  • Tree Safety Inspections & Reports: Professional reports, permitting assistance, Oak Tree Ordinance compliance, and risk assessments.
  • Wildfire Safety & Defensible Space: Solutions to protect properties from wildfire hazards.
  • Commercial & HOA Tree Services: Comprehensive tree care programs and inventory reports.
  • Landscaping Contractor Services (C-27): Tree planting, restoration, and mitigation, including addressing grading concerns and minor irrigation or root-related issues. They do not provide routine lawn care.

Service Area

Foothill Forest Care LLC serves Placerville, El Dorado County, and the broader Sierra Foothills. Their service area extends to Amador, Placer, Sacramento, Yolo, and Solano Counties.

What Sets Them Apart

Foothill Forest Care LLC distinguishes itself through:

  • Certified Arborist Team: ISA Certified Arborists, members of the American Society of Consulting Arborists (ASCA), and ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualified (TRAQ) professionals.
  • Dual Licensing: Holds ISA certifications and a California C-27 Landscaping Contractor License, enabling them to perform tree planting, restoration, and address related landscape issues.
  • Local Expertise: Deep understanding of the Sierra Foothills’ unique environment, including local soils, oak woodlands, and wildfire conditions.
  • Integrated Solutions: Holistic recommendations considering trees, soil, irrigation, and surrounding structures.
  • Safety & Reliability: Prioritizes safety, clear estimates, honest timelines, and professional communication.
  • Established Roots: Operates with the same ownership, standards, and experienced team as the former Foothill Tree Service.

Licensing, Bond & Insurance

For homeowner assurance, Foothill Forest Care LLC operates with:

  • CSLB License: #1139827 (CLEAR status)
  • Classification: C-27 Landscaping Contractor
  • Contractor Bond: $25,000, provided by AMERICAN CONTRACTORS INDEMNITY COMPANY
  • Workers’ Compensation: Active
    This robust framework ensures compliance and client protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What services does Foothill Forest Care LLC provide?
A: They offer comprehensive tree care including pruning, removal, storm cleanup, health treatments, safety inspections, arborist reports, wildfire defensible space, and commercial services. Their C-27 license also covers tree planting, restoration, and mitigation, including minor irrigation or grading issues related to tree work.

Q: Which areas do they serve?
A: They serve Placerville, El Dorado County, the Sierra Foothills, and surrounding counties: Amador, Placer, Sacramento, Yolo, and Solano.

Q: Is Foothill Forest Care LLC licensed and insured?
A: Yes, they hold California CSLB License #1139827 (CLEAR status) as a C-27 Landscaping Contractor, maintain a $25,000 bond, and have active workers’ compensation insurance. Their team includes ISA Certified Arborists.

Q: Do they offer general lawn care?
A: No, their focus is on specialized arborist-led tree care and related landscaping tasks. They do not provide routine lawn care or general landscape maintenance.

Working in Placerville

Climate & hardiness zone

Placerville sits in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 9b, with winter minimum temperatures of 25–30Β°F. This means a true dormant season β€” lawns and most perennials slow significantly from December through February. Contractors experienced in Zone 9b know to schedule irrigation shutdown before first frost, design planting schemes around the zone's long dry summers, and recommend drought-tolerant species that handle both the heat and the occasional cold snap. Ask any contractor you hire whether their plant selections are rated for Zone 9b minimums.