"The wonder is that we
can see these trees and
not wonder more."
-Ralph Waldo Emerson
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March 20, 2008
Lusk Tree Service, Inc. is winner of the Better Business Bureau 2008 Marketplace Ethics Award. This award is presented to companies in recognition of their outstanding commitment to exceptional standards in relationships to their consumers, employees, suppliers, competitors, shareholders, and surrounding communities. For more information, view the Lusk Tree Service video!

January 1, 2008
The Winston-Salem Journal's, Ken Keuffel, writes a biographical article on Lusk Tree Service owner, David Lusk's career working with trees - MAN'S FRIEND: Arborist respects the trees

October 16, 2007
David Lusk receives the George Black Award from the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Community Appearance Commission for his efforts in promoting tree preservation and tree conservation.

March 22, 2007
Lusk Tree Service receives Honorable Mention Certificate for MarketPlace Ethics from the Better Business Bureau. For more information, visit the BBB of Northwest North Carolina, Inc.

Our Mission:

At Lusk Tree Services, we are committed to the care, management and preservation of trees and woodlands in the Piedmont Triad Area. We have a reputation of providing quality service. Each tree and each job site is considered unique and deserving of the most modern arboricultural practices available in order to insure the safety, beauty and health of your TREES.

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Lusk Tree Service

Lusk Tree Service, 1979-2008, is proudly celebrating its twenty-nine anniversary. We are a fully insured tree care company providing complete coverage for both your property and our workers.

Owner and founder, David Lusk, is a Winston-Salem native with a bachelor's degree from High Point University and a master's degree from The Fielding Institute. He has studied arboriculture under Dr. Alex Shigo, internationally recognized tree expert and author of the books: Modern Arboriculture, A New Tree Biology, and Tree Pruning: A Worldwide Photo Guide. The full color cover of the latter, shown here, features a tree pruned by Lusk Tree Service and is located at Graylyn Conference Center.

David Lusk is active in the community, previously serving as Chairman of the Tree Committee of the Community Appearance Commission and serving as Chairman of the Community Tree Task Force which was assigned the duty of writing a Tree Ordinance for the City of Winston-Salem.

David Lusk, Owner
Professional Memberships:

Tree Care Industry Association - www.treecareindustry.org (this is an excellent source of information for homeowners looking to hire a tree service)

International Society of Arboriculture- www.isa-arbor.com (publishers of the Journal of Arboriculture)

American Forestry Association - www.amfor.org (a wonderful resource for people who love trees and forests)

Other Links:

National Arbor Day Foundation - www.arborday.org (how to plant and care for trees)

A link to the science of Dr. Alex Shigo and the art of David M. Carol 
http://www.chesco.com/~treeman/treeinfo.html (an exceptional publication- artistic renderings of Dr. Shigo's research on trees)

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References:

  • Brett Andrews - Hanesbrands, Inc.
  • Les Cranfill - Triad Methodist Home
  • David Miner - Meridian Realty
  • Charlie Holder - Forsyth Hospital
  • Preston Stockton - Reynolda Gardens
  • Jamie Moore - NC School of the Arts
  • Nicholas Bragg - Reynolda House (retired)
  • Roy Pender - Landscape Architect
  • Sherry Hollingsworth - Landscape designer
  • Ken Talley - U.S. Forestry Service
  • Toby Bost - Cooperative Extension Service

*numerous other references are available at your request

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Comments From a Few of Our Clients:

"A thorough and beautiful piece of work at a wonderful price."

~ Thank you. Laura McGee

"I want to thank you and your company for handling the aftermath of the lightning strike on my 85 year old tree. The emotional devastation of losing this magnificent tree was only surpassed by my anguish over how to resolve the clean up. This where you and your staff excelled. The quick, professional manner in which your staff took care of the remains and the care they afforded my yard during the procedure is greatly appreciated. I cannot express enough my appreciation in finding a company which performs in such a caring matter. I will be proud to refer those in need of any services offered by your company."

~ Respectfully, Bob May

"Thanks very much for a very proficient job. Added bonus: The whole process was most entertaining to watch!"

~ Marvin Jensen

"Once again, many thanks to you and your crews for the fine tree work at Hanes Community Center. It is nice to work with a vendor who delivers what was promised. Job well done!"

~ David Miner, Executive Vice President, Meridian Realty Services

"We thank you again for promptly securing and removing the split oak tree between our house and our neighbor's. As usual your team not only worked safely and looked out for the well-being of each other, but they also were very careful to protect our home. It is a pleasure to do business with true professionals. Many thanks."

~ Guy Lanning

"I am glad I got to see your team at work, it is impressive to see the guy in the cherry-picker! Your company's work is of the highest qualityand the yard was left without any debris. I appreciate the attention to detail given to my tree pruning and the perennial bed under the trees."

~ Pam Roberts

"Thank you again for the good work your guys did in removing the large red oak tree near our sunroom. It was a pleasure to watch your team work. I especially was impressed with how careful they are in every move. They not only looked out for our property, but also their own safety and the safety of each other. You can be sure we will rest easier now knowing that tree no longer leans toward our home."

~ Guy Lanning

"Thank you very much for attending to the storm damage at NCSA in a prompt
and expeditious manner. As always it is truly a joy to work with your staff
that proudly possesses the superior knowledge of the art and science of
arboriculture."

~ Jamie Moore, Ground Supervisor, North Carolina School of the Arts

"Congratulations for 20 years of exemplary service to the citizens of the Triad and North Carolina! Lusk Tree Service is synonymous with quality work. Best wishes to you and your team and your plan for the next millenium. Sincerely."

~ Toby D. Bost, Agricultural Extension Agent

Thanks again for doing such a great job. We appreciate the very professional attitude of your entire staff.

~ Dr. Gerald Fromson

"We are very pleased with work done at our home. Your response was prompt, the crew was courteous and sensitive, and the quality of the work was excellent. We will be happy to recommended your company to others."

~ Charlie Eldridge

"Thank you for the great job your workers did on our willow oaks and holly. I LOVE the pruning job on the holly... I was especially appreciative of the way your crew cleaned up all the debris and treated my yard so gently. I could barely tell you'd been here except for the positive changes in my trees. NO MESS!"

~ Cynthia Adams

"Mrs. Scurry and I were very pleased with the professionalism and co-operation of your men. Please express our thanks to them for a job well done."

~ Bill Scurry

"Thank you, David, for the beautiful work that you did for us...As always, your professionalism is to be admired. We wish you the best of continued success in your business. Why would anyone call elsewhere?"

~Tom and Vicki Hunt

"Thanks so much for your wonderful, knowledgeable, people, especially Mr. Renegar."

~ Gale Flory

"Thank you.  You did such a great job.  It was just as you said it would be... magic to remove that huge tree and leave the yard as if it wasn't even removed!"

~ Mrs. A. Preston Owen

"Your crew that worked last week at my home did an EXCELLENT job! These guys are real pros, it was a pleasure watching them work. Thanks for your service!"

~ Charles Mauzy

"You cared, it made a difference. The next time I need tree work, yours will be the only company I call."

~ Karen Robertson

"Fine job as always"

~ Dr. Mike Lawless

"Thanks David. I'm glad I worked with your company. I was impressed with your crew's job."

~ Susan Andrews

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