California Landscape & Tree Pros Offers Full-Scope Tree Care Services in Monterey County

Licensed contractor handles everything from emergency response to health assessments and permit support for residential, commercial, and HOA clients.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 11:23pm

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California Landscape & Tree Pros Inc. (CLTP), a licensed landscaping and tree care contractor serving Monterey County and the Bay Area, is bringing greater visibility to the full range of professional tree care services available to property owners throughout the region — from routine pruning and stump grinding to emergency response, lot clearing, and documented tree health evaluations.

Why it matters

Demand for documented, compliant tree care services has grown in Monterey County due to increased municipal inspection activity, HOA compliance requirements, and property owners seeking greater accountability from contractors. CLTP's comprehensive services and licensed expertise help clients navigate the complexities of tree work, including permitting, reporting, and coordination with HOAs and insurance providers.

The details

CLTP holds a CSLB license number 1107800, including a C-49 Tree and Palm Contractor classification, which requires passing both a law examination and a trade examination. The company's tree care services include pruning, removal, stump grinding, emergency response, lot clearing, tree health assessments, and permit assistance. CLTP works with homeowners, property managers, HOA boards, and commercial property owners on both scheduled and emergency tree care needs.

  • CLTP was established in 2002 and incorporated in 2023.
  • The C-49 Tree and Palm Contractor classification was introduced in response to safety concerns within the tree care industry.

The players

California Landscape & Tree Pros Inc. (CLTP)

A licensed, bonded, and insured landscaping and tree care contractor based in Salinas, California, serving residential, commercial, and HOA clients throughout Monterey County and the Bay Area.

Christopher Lopez

Owner and CEO of California Landscape & Tree Pros.

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What they’re saying

“Property owners are dealing with more complexity than they used to. A tree removal might also require a permit, a written report for an HOA, and stump grinding before the yard is usable again. We handle all of that so our clients don't have to piece it together themselves.”

— Christopher Lopez, Owner and CEO

What’s next

CLTP plans to continue expanding its services and reach throughout Monterey County and the Bay Area, addressing the growing demand for comprehensive, licensed tree care solutions.

The takeaway

CLTP's full-scope tree care services, licensed expertise, and commitment to safety and compliance help property owners in Monterey County navigate the increasingly complex requirements around tree work, from permitting and reporting to coordination with HOAs and insurance providers.