Growing up on the Garden Isle, Lucas began scrambling up trees from a very young age. Climbing was always second nature, and he spent a lot of time in the tree tops.
His lifelong love for plants and trees led him to study Tropical Plant Science & Agroecology at the University of Hawai’i at Hilo where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture.
After graduating, he began to trim Coconut Trees in the Hilo area and sell the coconuts to local cafes, fruit stands, and friends. He enjoyed this endeavor, and quickly realized he preferred tree work to that of his part time job. Through the help of a few Arborist friends, he began to learn and perfect various climbing techniques. With the progression of his skill set, he diversified from coconuts to include the wide variety of trees living here on the Big Island. He started his own tree trimming service and aspired to become a Certified Arborist, earning the ISA (International Society of Arboriculture) credential in 2013.
Long Limbs Tree Service, born in 2012, specializes in all varieties of tree care: Trimming, pruning or felling, consultations, tree health exams and risk assessments to name a few! We provide hauling and debris removal, in addition to wood chipping, stump grinding, and mulch sales. We provide full time service to the entire Big Island.
Tree trimming can be a hefty expense to property owners, and we strive to work with our clients to provide them safe, professional, and high quality work at the best price possible. Call us for a free estimate.