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Exclusive Tree Services
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Serving Big Bear Lake, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They responded quickly, provided good advice on which trees needed to get removed and which ones just needed trimming; they completed the project all within the same day as promised, I was very happy with their service."
Response time12 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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William's Lawn Care-Irrigation
4.6(
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Serving Big Bear Lake, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

"William was on time, stayed until a very difficult job was completed, and returned promptly to finish off a couple of sprinkler heads that were not working properly. I am very happy with his work."
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Hydrex Termite and Pest Control
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Serving Big Bear Lake, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1932

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"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

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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Custom Tree Trimming Design
5.0(
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Serving Big Bear Lake, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The company came to look over my trees and provide a quote. The quote seemed reasonable considering the amount of work involved and the knowledge level required. They did an excellent, careful job. I was pleased with the results and was impressed by their knowledge of local trees. My trees are a valuable asset to my property and I avoid having trimming done by people who can easily ruin a good tree because they don't understand how trees grow. They did a good job cleaning up and caring for the property while they worked. They stopped by again within a few days to check on the results and to make sure that everything was in order. I plan to hire Custom Tree Trimming Design again for the next maintenance on my trees."
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R&R Banuelos Tree Service
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Serving Big Bear Lake, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adrian was professional and accommodated that I needed to have this work done quickly. The trees look great and the grounds around them were cleaned up very well. Absolutely professional work! I have no need to look for another tree service company - I will be back with all my future projects. A+ service."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Not all evergreen conifers need to be pruned, but some do. Pruning pine trees is not necessary, but you can do so during June and July if you wish. On the other hand, spruce, firs, and junipers do need to be pruned from late winter to early spring.

The best tools for tree removal include a chainsaw for large trees, an ax for notching and cutting down small trees, and a wedge to help control the direction a tree falls in. A hatchet can be useful for very small trees, but won’t be effective for medium to large trees. 

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

Most plum trees are pruned into a vase or open wine glass shape. They’ll have a shorter central leader (the trunk) that supports three to four main branches. Of course, this isn't always the case. If you have a European plum tree, you can grow it in a pyramid shape. Let the central leader extend the length of the tree and prune smaller branches to create the pyramid.

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