Certified Arborist Team Serving Seattle, Bellevue & Puget Sound
Tree Risk Assessment Specialist – Eric Ledford
Tree Risk Assessment & TRAQ Arborist in Seattle
Eric Ledford is a TRAQ Qualified Arborist specializing in tree risk assessments, hazard evaluations, and arborist reports across Seattle, Bellevue, and the greater Puget Sound. If you’re concerned about a dangerous tree, property risk, or need documentation for insurance or permits, Eric provides clear, defensible assessments backed by industry standards.
What Eric Helps With as a TRAQ Arborist
Eric provides clear, defensible recommendations based on field conditions, risk levels, and long-term tree health.- Tree risk assessments using ISA TRAQ methodology
- Hazard tree evaluations near homes, structures, and high-use areas
- Arborist reports for permits, insurance documentation, and disputes
- Post-storm tree inspections, damage assessment, and failure analysis
- Tree preservation, mitigation, and removal decision support
Meet Eric Ledford – Seattle TRAQ Arborist
AJ Flanagan is an ISA Certified Arborist with nearly a decade of hands-on experience in technical climbing, rigging, precision pruning, and tree removals. In addition to being a highly skilled climber, AJ plays a key hybrid role at Sound Tree Care, meeting with customers, assisting with on-site evaluations, preparing service recommendations, and supporting client education.
AJ brings a mix of field mastery and customer-oriented professionalism to his work, ensuring that clients understand their tree conditions, available options, and best-practice solutions. His combination of technical ability and strong customer service makes him an invaluable part of the Sound Tree Care team.
Credentials
Eric Ledford is an ISA Certified Arborist (PN-9290A) and TRAQ Qualified Tree Risk Assessor specializing in professional tree care and risk evaluation. These certifications ensure that all assessments, recommendations, and arborist reports are performed in accordance with International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) standards and best practices. Clients can rely on Eric’s qualifications for accurate, defensible evaluations used in permitting, insurance documentation, and high-risk tree decision-making.
All assessments are performed in accordance with ISA standards and industry best practices.
Verification Links
Eric Ledford’s certifications and professional credentials can be independently verified through official industry and state records. These verification links provide transparency and allow clients, contractors, and municipalities to confirm licensing, certifications, and qualifications before moving forward with tree risk assessments, arborist reports, or consulting services.
Certified Arborist Team Members
Not all arborists specialize in the same work.
Our ISA Certified Arborists specialize in tree risk assessment, arborist reporting, permitting, compliance, and professional tree care services across Seattle and the Puget Sound. Whether you’re dealing with a hazardous tree, navigating local regulations, or planning a project near protected trees, our team provides clear, expert guidance backed by real-world experience.
Choose a team member below to connect with the right arborist for your specific situation.
Eric Ledford
Eric Ledford is an ISA Certified Arborist and TRAQ Qualified Tree Risk Assessor specializing in hazard tree evaluations, risk mitigation, and defensible arborist reporting across Seattle, Bellevue, and the greater Puget Sound.
With over 20 years of field experience, Eric provides clear, actionable assessments for homeowners, property managers, and municipalities dealing with high-risk trees, storm damage, or liability concerns. His work is grounded in industry standards and real-world field conditions, ensuring accurate recommendations that hold up under scrutiny.
Dana Ledford
Dana Ledford is an ISA Certified Arborist and the permitting, compliance, and client coordination lead at Sound Tree Care LLC. She specializes in construction-related arborist reports, municipal tree code compliance, and navigating tree permitting requirements across Seattle, Bellevue, and the greater Puget Sound region.
Dana plays a hybrid role that bridges technical arboriculture and customer service. She manages client intake, scheduling, report preparation, permit submissions, and communication with homeowners, contractors, and city officials. Her expertise in ECA regulations, protected tree rules, and documentation makes her a key resource for clients working through complex permitting or construction projects.
Dana also supports plant health care planning and ensures the accuracy, clarity, and completeness of all administrative and compliance-related processes within the company.
Andrew AJ Flanigan
AJ Flanagan is an ISA Certified Arborist with nearly a decade of hands-on experience in technical climbing, rigging, precision pruning, and tree removals. In addition to being a highly skilled climber, AJ plays a key hybrid role at Sound Tree Care, meeting with customers, assisting with on-site evaluations, preparing service recommendations, and supporting client education.
AJ brings a mix of field mastery and customer-oriented professionalism to his work, ensuring that clients understand their tree conditions, available options, and best-practice solutions. His combination of technical ability and strong customer service makes him an invaluable part of the Sound Tree Care team.
🌲Ready for a Tree Risk Assessment or Arborist Report? Let’s Get Started.
Whether you’re dealing with a hazardous tree, need an arborist report for permits or insurance, or want a professional opinion on tree safety, Sound Tree Care LLC is here to help. Our ISA Certified and TRAQ Qualified Arborists provide clear, defensible assessments for properties across Seattle, Bellevue, and the greater Puget Sound.
Why Homeowners, Property Managers & Contractors Trust Us
🌲 Identify hazardous trees before they become a liability
📄 Arborist reports for permits, insurance, and disputes
🛡️ Defensible assessments backed by ISA & TRAQ standards
🏗️ Experience with Seattle, Bellevue & local tree codes
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🌎 Locally trusted arborists serving the Puget Sound since 2018
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