Who we are

We Love Trees is a local, family-owned business in Sequim, WA. We are driven by our love for professional service and proper Tree Care.

Our owner James Grafton has been working with trees for 17 years, Working in different states as a lead tree climber, specializing in close-quarter and hazardous removals, and then transitioning his focus more towards specializing in tree care and shade tree pruning through studying tree Biology and Physiology. His love for Tree Care, being in nature and climbing has fueled his passion over the years. Motivated by a strong desire to ensure that Tree Care and Tree Removals are done properly, James decided this would best be done by starting his own professional Tree Care Company.

We Love Trees is certified as a Small Business Enterprise and Washington Micro Business!


Our Mission

To provide a Professional Tree Care service that focuses on enhancing the health and natural beauty of trees.


. When a tree has been pruned right, a casual observer won’t notice it’s been altered. Good pruning is informed by the structure and physiological function of the tree; it looks natural, and that’s no accident.
— Dr. Alex Shigo

Certifications & training

  • ISA Certified Arborist

  • ISA Certified Tree Worker Climber Specialist

  • ISA Professional Member

  • TCIA Tree Climber Specialist

  • TCIA Tree Care Apprentice

  • TCIA Tree Care Specialist

  • TCIA Ground Operations Specialist

  • TCIA Electrical Hazards Awareness Program

  • ANSI Pruning & Safety Standards

  • ArborMaster Precision Tree Felling

  • Electrical Worker Training

  • OSHA Training

  • DOT Regulations

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