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Avatar for Forest Tree Care Inc.
Forest Tree Care Inc.
4.7(
243
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My two trees were so tall and unruly because of many years of wind and birds. I was very impressed with their work and they did all of my extra requests. They cleaned up so nice afterwards and even talked to my neighbors so that they were also satisfied."
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+3

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Forest Tree Care Inc.
4.7(
225
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It is shockingly expensive to hire professional arborists. HOWEVER, it is VITAL to the life of the tree to get expert assistance. It is definitely worth the money to have these experts help care for a very big tree. Excellent job, professional attitudes, very satisfactory performance with top-notch results. Will recommend and re-hire!"
Tree removed
Tree trimming / tree removed/ complite tree servic
Tree removed
Tree removed
Tree removed

+4

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for R & J Tree Service, Inc.
R & J Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My special needs cat got stuck in a 30 ft tree for 2 days, and a search said we should call an arborist to get him. The first couldn't do it but recommended these guys. And they were great. Fast, professional, and friendly, if a little confused at first about what we were asking for. Since this was an oddball request for them. Even this review was hard as, there isn't any service for " helped save our cat". We really can't thank them enough."
Pine Tree Trimming
Mulberry Tree Trimming
Pine Tree Removal
Stump Removal
Stump grinding

+2

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hydrex Termite and Pest Control
4.7(
165
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1932

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"There was evidence of termites when construction began so the builder assumed I would need a full termite service. Hydrex inspected and found termite problem is in the past. Could have easily jacked me up for some kind of service but instead they were honest and did not even charge for the inspection. So grateful!"
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His son, Robert B. Loibl, Jr., began working and learning from his father after school and on Saturdays. He later started the Lloyd Pest Control Company in San Diego, and was a partner with his father in L & N Pest Control. He also started the Ant-B-Gone Products Company in Los Angeles, California, and then the Pest Control Service Company and Hydrex Pest Control Co., Inc. in Los Angeles, California in 1946. Robert Jr. spent his life paving the way to say good riddance to pests.
As well as developing a very successful state wide franchise with Hydrex Pest Control, he also held a number of patents. He invented the B-Gone series of pest poisons that many remember, a vermin exterminator, and the Pestron machine for producing insecticidal vapor. He developed many of the methodologies used today.  He was committed to keeping where we live, work and play safe and healthy places. He grew his company with men committed to his standards. They are family men, many of whom have p

+1

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Torres Tree Service Inc
4.1(
270
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We've used them for 5 years. They service all of Orange County in California. They come out every year in November. They show up exactly on time, very prompt. They do the job and they're gone in about 2 1/2 hours. They clean up and they do a great job. Perfect. They are very polite, and very professional. They are all properly licensed and they have everything they need and they jump on my tree and cut and they are done. 

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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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R&R Banuelos Tree Service
5.0(
37
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pine Tree was professionally removed and a stump grinder was used to remove the stump. While grinding, a screen was put up to protect the house from damage. Adrian and his staff were very professional and did a good job cleaning up. Cost was very reasonable."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Stay inside or well away until the storm passes. Don’t go outside to inspect the tree until the weather clears, especially if the tree is on a hill or isolated in a field. Lightning often strikes the same easily-accessed places multiple times, and you could be a new target. If a lightning strike causes a noticeable fire, alert emergency services. When the storm is over, take a closer look to gauge the damage done.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

It depends on the type of tree. Typically, late spring on the cusp of winter is ideal for trees about to emerge from dormancy and produce new buds. That said, late fall is ideal for certain deciduous trees prone to bleeding sap. Avoid trimming trees in early spring, when they’re prone to disease.

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

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