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Top-Rated Arborists in Arcata - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Cutting Edge Tree Service
Cutting Edge Tree Service
4.8(
28
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great crew, great work and great price! We couldn't be happier with the quality of the work Erik and his crew did. They were professional, friendly, and made our trees look better than they ever have. They showed up on time, worked very efficiently, and cleaned everything up so well that you couldn't even tell they had been there except for how great the trees look. And the price was extremely reasonable."
Trees of Mystery-Spruce Removal
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Trees of Mystery-Spruce Removal
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Snag Hazard Removal

+7

Recommended by95%of homeowners
D. R .& Son Tree Service
5.0(
5
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave and his crew were a pleasure to do business with. He was on time, and completed all work as described. I was very impressed by the accuracy of dropping the Redwoods. He was able to drop them across my driveway with pinpoint accuracy, which saved me thousands of dollars, as I didn’t need to take them down piece by piece. The Redwoods did break parts of my driveway and he came back and fixed my driveway at his expense. The dangerous tree in my backyard was cut down in pieces and Dave and his crew were very efficient in the work as well as cleanup."
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My son and I loading logs on the log truck
This is a tree that was on the north coast, California California Department of forestry called us. We came out and filled his tree while it was on fire where we are standing. It is 9 foot in diameter. It was standing right next to a house it was threatening the house they had fought with this tree for three days trying to put it out the tree was Approximately 16 feet across and 8 feet through
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Arcata new parking In front of house

+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Landscaping Ventures Inc.
5.0(
4
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They not only do everything related to tree work, which we had some fully removed. But they also do every kind of landscaping as well from decks and patios, to garden bed builds. We plan on having them also do an intricate multi level garden bed area, and we already have them coming back out to build retaining walls for us as well. It's a sigh of relief when you can just let the professionals do it."
Stump Grinding
Tree Limbing Project
Tree Limbing Project
Response time10 mins
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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America's Best Inc
4.1(
2,198
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The young guy who did the work was prompt and professional, but not well trained. He power washed my patio BEFORE blowing the leaves and sticks off my roof, so all the debris landed on my just cleaned patio, and he didn't follow up to clean it off.
He forgot to do the garage door and was all packed up when he asked me to inspect, so I just let it ride.


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10,000 square foot home
We love Los Angeles
skylight cleaning
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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True Tree Service
4.2(
5
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

My names Jacob hodge, I’m 26 years and I’ve been in the trade for 6 years now\n\nTrue tree service is a fully licensed, bonded and insured tree service that serves Humboldt and Del Norte county \n\nWe have certified ISA arborists on staff to ensure your trees are treated with the upmost respect and safety.

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Animal Tree Service
5.0(
2
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Arcata, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job on providing tree trimming for fire suppression and overall enhancements to property. They were very professional and listened to our wishes in a courteous and caring manner. We would recommend them for any property enhancements and appearance. They also provide professional advice regarding the health of our trees."
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+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, it can be good to remove dead branches from trees. Dead branches can lead to rot in other areas of the tree. They can also cause damage if they fall on a house, shed, fence, car, pool, or other structure or property. However, it’s important that dead branch removal is done safely. If the branch is high in a tree or requires a lift or ladder to access, consider calling a professional tree removal company, as they will have the experience and equipment to do the job safely.

The cost of professional tree service, such as trimming, is $460 on average, but the price can range from $75 to $1,800. A more typical range is between $200 and $760. The final price depends on several factors, including the size and type of the tree. For example, trimming Crepe Myrtle trees costs an average of $80 to $400, while giant pine trees can range from $200 to $1,800. Other factors that influence the cost include the time of year, as services are often more expensive in the spring. Your location can also play a role; costs may be higher if you live in a remote area or if the tree is difficult to access. However, some professionals may offer a discount if you have multiple trees that need service.

Though summer is not ideal, you can do some light pruning during this time of year. Just make sure it’s not excessive. Vigorous pruning will stress the tree and impact next year’s growth. Generally, August to September are the best summer-pruning months, particularly for fruit trees.

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

For trimming trees, your best tool is a pair of pruning shears or loppers. Both options work best for branches that are under 3 inches in diameter. Trimming trees with a larger diameter may require a robust tool like a small chainsaw or a handsaw, so take into account your tree’s diameter when deciding between tools.

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