Grateful Trees and Bees

Grateful Trees and Bees is a tree service in Durham, NC, dedicated to compassionate and practical care for trees and their human communities. Serving Durham, Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough since 2013, the company offers a full range of urban and traditional forestry services, including health assessments, custom climbing and pruning, tree removals, stump grinding, plantings, and stewardship planning. Their team is led by an International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist and a North Carolina Registered Forester, ensuring expert, insured service. Clients consistently praise the company’s professionalism, clear communication, and deep respect for trees, reflected in a perfect 5.00 rating.

Rooted in a philosophy that trees are living, sentient beings deserving of gratitude and care, Grateful Trees and Bees approaches every project with reverence and intention. The company emphasizes listening, advocacy, and stewardship, blending intuition with science to preserve and enhance urban and woodland ecosystems. Their unique services span tree appraisals, pre-construction consultations, tree protection compliance, firewood delivery, beekeeping referrals, and even installations of swings, art, and bat boxes. They also offer species ID tours and pruning clinics, fostering community education and connection with nature.

The business operates from a small, family-run base in Durham, where co-owners Jacob Pressley and Jennifer Socey lead a dedicated team committed to sustainable practices and meaningful work. Known for closing during seasonal breaks to prioritize rest and family, the company values balance and integrity over profit. Their work reflects a deep commitment to the interconnected health of trees, people, and the environment.

With a reputation for expertise, transparency, and heartfelt service, Grateful Trees and Bees stands as a trusted leader in the region’s urban forestry movement. Their work is not just about trees, it’s about nurturing the shared spaces where people and nature thrive together.

Services:

• Custom Climbing & Pruning
• Forestry Management Plans
• Health Assessments
• Removals & Stump Grinding
• Urban Forestry