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Avatar for Johnson's Tree Care Inc
Johnson's Tree Care Inc
4.7(
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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin arrived promptly and performed the services we agreed on to my satisfaction. He's friendly, easy to talk to, and knows how to deal with trees since he's a licensed arborist. There was no indiscriminate or unnecessary cutting. I'd use Johnson's Tree Care again and have already recommended him to my neighbors."
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+10

Response time10 hrs
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Aly's Tree Trimming Pruning & Yard Clean-Up
4.8(
351
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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aly's team did a fantastic job. They pulled weeds, cleaned up pathways, pruned our shrubs and trees. I got a real chance to look at there job, 3-4 weeks after they did it and realize that not only did they do what I needed, but the job they did on trimming our trees is the best job we've had in years. Definitely want them back."
Response time4 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
4.6(
23
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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was contacted by Eli just after I put a request for prices to do the above work. He made an appointment for the next morning. After I made the decision to hire him, he started the work on the following Monday. He removed two 60 ft. trees. He and his crew were extremely organized and efficient with their time. Trees were removed along with all debris. The cleanup of the both front and backyards were great. I would highly recommend him for work and plan on having him back to prune fruit trees at the proper time."
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+58

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Landscaping Bay Area
4.6(
117
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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Crew did a good job of clearing a couple of years' worth of overgrowth (back neighbor's vine plants that were now growing over our citrus trees) from our back fence."
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+15

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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JMV Tree Service
4.9(
92
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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Professional, responsive and reasonable price. I had a difficult tree removal project and JMV did an excellent job. I will definitely call them again for future work!"
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Redwood tree

+9

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Agri-Con Tree Care Professionals
4.4(
147
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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Customers say: Quick response

"They contactly me promptly regarding the project and did an excellent job at a reasonable price. I would recommend them to anyone else for a similar project. My project necessitated the trimming of dead branches from 100' tall redwoods and the removal of smaller redwoods that had been damaged in a fire. They surveyed the site on a Friday and were able to complete the project on the following Monday."
Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Olive Branch Garden Services & Landscaping
5.0(
16
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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I loved the way work got done professionally. My garden got very clean, my bushes were trimmed properly and the shape that gave to it, it was amazing. I really recommend them for a garden clean up. I also hire them for my garden service."
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Landscape Solutions
4.4(
108
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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott McIntyre did an excellent job landscaping our backyard. After an original hiccup about following up on irrigation service (slow response), Scott really stepped up to the plate and helped me in resolving all our irrigation issues."
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+69

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Maciel Landscaping and Construction
4.9(
23
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Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I find them very sincere hard working. They did the work very delightfully. The large tree branches that fallen during the storm last Tuesday they cleaned out in their truck to dump. I would without any hesitation recommend them."
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+40

Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Burning a tree stump can be effective, but it comes with safety considerations and isn’t always best for every situation. It's essential to check local regulations and assess the safety risks involved. Stumps that are near wooden structures or other non-moveable flammable objects aren’t good candidates for burning due to the risk of the fire spreading. Alternatives like grinding or a DIY stump rotting project might be safer and quicker for getting the job done.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

Getting a tree pro with the right experience can be the difference between your transplanted tree surviving or not. When hiring a local tree transplanting and removal service, follow up on references, check their portfolio, ask for a breakdown of the costs, and get proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance. 

Also, look for companies certified by the International Society of Arboriculture or registered with the Tree Care Industry Association and make sure they have an appropriate state or city license.

To maintain trees on a commercial property, perform regular pruning, monitor for diseases, and apply fertilization to promote healthy growth. It is also important to remove any hazardous branches to keep the trees healthy and prevent potential liability issues.

It depends on where you live—but in most areas, leaves begin falling in September and continue falling until January or February. Warmer regions, such as Southern states, may see leaves fall a bit later in the calendar year. It also depends on the type of trees in your yard and their maturity. 

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