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Top-Rated Arborists in Atascadero - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Central Coast Tree Specialist
Central Coast Tree Specialist
4.9(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Atascadero, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Allan is super easy to work with. He did such an excellent job. It was impeccable work cleans the place did everything he said he would do. I feel confident hiring him and his crew for any job I need done. I highly recommend them"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
MD Trees Corporation
5.0(
15
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Atascadero, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent. Very efficient. well tuned machine. Everyone knew there part and commenced to doing the work. Rob (the estimator) was very cordial and professional. All went well and the price was competitive."
Tree Service Project
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+8

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Calwest Services
4.9(
27
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Atascadero, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Instead of cutting TO 12', the trees were 12' from the top. They are still over 40' tall. I was clear in communication what I agreed to, and thought omitting the word "to" was a typo. We were negotiating again after one tree was "finished". And while they chipped branches and leaves and left them where I asked, they also took a whole truckload of wood that I wanted chipped as well. The rest of the work was excellent and they were very efficient. In hindsight I should have stuck with the person I originally had lined up."
Tree
Tree
Tree
Tree
Tree

+70

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Paradise Tree Service
4.4(
125
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Atascadero, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were in the area already so offered me a great deal to do the job hours after the quote on the same day which I couldnâ t pass up. Was a fairly large and very friendly and professional crew who were in and out fairly quick for as many trees as I had them take out around my house."
California Pepper Tree Before Tree Trimming
CALIFORNIA PEPPER TREE
CALIFORNIA PEPPER TREE
Beautiful Palm Trees
Tree Trimming

+5

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Champ's Handy Worx License Not Yet Provided
4.9(
16
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Atascadero, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jimmie offered creative ways in solving problems to complete the job. Job site was cleaned up after each work day. Very professional easy to work with. Would recommend this company to family and friends."
Kitchen Remodel
Custom Kitchen Remodel
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Custom Kitchen Remodel
Pic of old kitchen.

+5

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Bunyon Bros. Tree Care, Inc.
4.7(
21
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Atascadero, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hated to take down our beautiful strawberry tree but it was simply in the wrong place. The crew did a fantastic job . They were efficient, worked safely and cleaned up the area. They even took the time to create a 3-legged table for us from the trunks of the tree."
Climb 2
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Tree Topping

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

You may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

Some trees, such as silver maples, birches, sycamores, and scotch pines, shed their bark naturally. If your tree is not one that does this, it might have fallen prey to pests, fungi, or diseases. It could also simply be suffering from an extreme weather change, such as a snowstorm or heat wave. If you’re still stumped, consulting with a pro can help you diagnose your tree’s specific problem.

There are two types of arborists: certified and consulting. A certified arborist is licensed and equipped to provide tree pruning, planting, fertilizing, monitoring, transplanting, treatment, and removal services. A consulting arborist specializes in tree appraisals, diagnosing problems and recommending treatments for illnesses. However, they will not provide these services themselves. Most consulting arborists are certified arborists who can refer you to a tree service that can administer the correct treatments.

Yes, you should trim the lower branches of your maple tree for safety. Trimming maple trees as they grow helps lift the crown and canopy and trains it to grow straight up. A good rule of thumb is to prune enough branches to leave 6 feet of clearance under the tree.

Although it’s possible, heavy machinery like a crane is necessary for removing an entire tree stump and all. This procedure is extremely costly, time-consuming, and usually unnecessary, as there are plenty of convenient and affordable stump removal options. 

Your best bet, if you want to be sure to remove a tree and its stump efficiently, is to speak with a professional. They’ll be able to walk you through the entire process.

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