About Central Florida Tree & Debris
Central Florida Tree & Debris is a family-owned company built around safe field work, honest assessments, and long-term relationships with homeowners, businesses, and community partners.
Built for real project conditions
- Residential, commercial, and emergency response work
- Certified arborists, operators, and cleanup crews
- Specialized equipment for access, hauling, and restoration
- Community-rooted service across Central Florida
Our Story
A local company shaped by field experience
CFTD grew from a straightforward belief: tree work should be done with skill, care, and respect for the property around it. That means giving clear recommendations, showing up with the right crew and equipment, and finishing jobs cleanly.
Over the years, the company has expanded from homeowner tree care into commercial work, utility-related projects, debris hauling, and storm-response operations while keeping the same family-owned mindset at the center of the business.
What clients can expect
- Clear communication before, during, and after the job
- Licensed and insured crews with safety-first practices
- Real equipment depth for both everyday work and urgent response
- Fair, competitive pricing without cutting corners
Leadership
Robert Van Allen
Founder / Owner / CEO
Robert Van Allen leads operations with a hands-on, field-first mindset shaped by decades of experience in tree service and debris management. His focus is practical: protect people, protect property, and leave every site better than the crew found it.
Under his leadership, CFTD has built a reputation for disciplined execution, emergency readiness, and strong local relationships. The company stays rooted in Dade City and remains active in the community through organizations such as the Dade City Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, and local youth sponsorship efforts.
What Sets Us Apart
The standards behind every crew deployment
Safety-First Methods
Every project starts with access planning, property protection, and disciplined execution in the field.
Specialized Equipment
Bucket trucks, loaders, grapples, and stump grinders support safer, cleaner, and faster outcomes.
Technical Project Experience
Residential removals, commercial maintenance, utility-adjacent work, and storm cleanup all fit within the team’s operating range.
Fair, Direct Communication
Clients get honest recommendations, realistic scope discussions, and responsive follow-through from a local team.
Certifications, Affiliations & Community
Rooted in the region we serve
CFTD balances professional field standards with strong local ties. The company’s reputation is built not only on project outcomes, but on showing up reliably for homeowners, managers, and community partners across Central Florida.
Licensed & Insured Operations
Professional coverage and documented processes that support safer work for residential and commercial clients.
QLCA / Utility-Clearance Expertise
Experience with organized crews and technically demanding access conditions where planning matters.
Dade City Chamber of Commerce
A local business presence grounded in long-term relationships and accountability to the community.
Rotary & Youth Support
Community involvement includes Rotary participation and local youth sponsorships.
Ready to talk about your trees?
Whether you need a homeowner quote, commercial help, or emergency cleanup, our team is ready to plan the job with you.