Our Legacy
About Sutton Consulting Arborist, Inc.
"Sutton Consulting Arborist, Inc. has built a reputation for unmatched expertise, integrity, and care across Palm Beach County and throughout Florida."
As a family owned and operated company, our team brings decades of hands-on experience and formal certifications to every project — from a single residential tree to a sprawling resort landscape. We specialize in unbiased consulting that prioritizes the long-term health and safety of your trees.
The Experts Behind the Trees
Meet Our Team
Owner & Founder
John Sutton
John has been in the arboricultural industry for over 50 years. Growing up in West Monroe, Louisiana, he worked alongside his father at their family-owned sawmill — where his lifelong passion for trees began. From forest survey and logging to timber cutting, John learned the full cycle of trees from the ground up.
After serving in the United States Air Force, John returned to the tree industry in Birmingham, Alabama, working as a tree climber. In 1986, he became certified as an arborist through the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry, and in 1992 earned his ISA Certified Arborist credential.
John moved to South Florida in 1988, working as a foreman with a local tree service before establishing Sutton Consulting Arborist, Inc. His experience spans the eastern United States, from the Carolinas to California, and from Florida to the Caribbean.
Professional Affiliations & Certifications:
- • ISA Certified Arborist
- • Graduate — ASCA Academy
- • Member — ASCA (since July 2004)
- • Certified Landscape Inspector #2002-202
- • Past President — FAA (Palm Beach)
- • Member — PMT
ISA Certified Arborist
Trea Jones
Trea Jones joined the Sutton Consulting Arborist team in April 2021, bringing with him a deep commitment to tree health, safety, and client service. As an ISA Certified Arborist (#FL-9929A), Trea adheres to the highest standards of tree care and maintenance.
Trea holds a Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ), equipping him to evaluate and manage tree-related risks with a focus on protecting people and property. His expertise makes him a trusted resource for clients facing complex arboricultural decisions.
Trea's top priorities are your trees' health, safety, and beauty. He is dedicated to helping clients achieve their goals, make informed decisions, and nurture the natural beauty of their environment.
Certifications:
- • ISA Certified Arborist #FL-9929A
- • Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ)
- • Prescription pruning qualification - (PPQ)
- • Professional mangrove trimmer - (PMT)
- • Certified Landscape Inspector - (LIAF)