Bayfield, Colorado · Since 2018
Tree care worthy of the San Juans.
Removal, pruning, stump grinding, and wildfire mitigation across Southwest Colorado — done safely, cleanly, and with respect for the land you live on.
- 8+
- Years climbing
- 7
- Towns served
- 100%
- Cleanup, every time
What we do
Full-service tree work, from the canopy to the cleanup
A small, skilled crew handling the jobs most homeowners shouldn't — and a few they simply shouldn't have to.
Tree Removal
Safe, precise removal of hazardous, dead, or unwanted trees — including tight-quarters rigging near homes and power lines.
Trimming & Pruning
Structural and aesthetic pruning that keeps trees healthy, safe, and beautiful for the long run.
Stump Grinding
Grind stumps below grade so you can reclaim your yard, replant, or rebuild without the eyesore.
Lot & Land Clearing
Clear building sites, fence lines, and overgrown acreage — with an eye for the trees worth keeping.
Wildfire Mitigation
Defensible-space and ladder-fuel reduction to protect your home through Colorado's dry season.
Storm & Emergency Response
Fast response when wind, snow, or lightning brings a tree down on your property.
Why James Vance
The crew your neighbors call back
Safety without shortcuts
Every removal is planned, rigged, and executed to protect your home, your family, and our crew.
We sweat the trees worth saving
Good arboriculture is knowing what to cut and what to keep. We prune for long-term tree health, not just a quick tidy.
Local to the San Juans
Based in Bayfield, Colorado and at home in our high-country forests, fire ecology, and the storms that roll through.
Show up when it matters
When a tree comes down across your driveway, you need someone who answers. Emergency response is part of the job.
Got a tree that's keeping you up at night?
Call for a free, no-pressure estimate. We serve Bayfield, Durango, Vallecito, Pagosa Springs, Ignacio & the Animas Valley.