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Aly's Tree Trimming Pruning & Yard Clean-Up
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Brisbane, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aly's quoted work to tree several trees and bushes around my home.  They were very professional, explained everything, and pointed out that they use trained arborists.  I was interested in using them but received competitive quote from Johnson's Tree Service for exactly the same work and Aly's was 50% more expensive.  We told Aly's we were interested in using them but they'd need to get at least closer to Johnson's but declined to do more than a 10% discount.  My wife went back to Johnson's and worked her charm and got them to discount an extra 20%.

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Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
4.6(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Brisbane, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Acer Landscaping & Tree Service were a pleasure to work with. They provided a fair and reasonable quote for removing several trees and their stumps in my backyard. Since the owner was in my local area, he was able to visit the site and provide a quote on the same day I called. The owner and his crew were onsite early and worked efficiently and professionally while maintaining social distancing and/or wearing of face masks. I'm very pleased with their services and will hire them again for future work."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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GP Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
11
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Brisbane, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"I can’t recommend them enough! From start to finish, their professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail were outstanding. They handled my tree service needs with precision and care, ensuring everything was done safely and efficiently. The team was punctual, courteous, and left my property cleaner than when they arrived. Whether you need tree trimming, removal, or general maintenance, this is the company to call. Five stars all the way- will be calling again for any future tree needs!"
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
84 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bama's Tree Care, Inc
4.3(
102
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Trimming - For Business+1 more

Serving Brisbane, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Knowledgeable about trees and the best time to trim/prune. (He advised to wait to prune for health of the tree rather that do the job at the moment..) Have used Bama's for several years. Crew is careful about under plantings to avoid damage. Courteous and hardworking. Highly recommend."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
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West Valley Tree Care
4.3(
6
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Brisbane, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

West Valley Tree Care is your go-to tree service in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our expert team specializes in tree pruning and removal, as well as stump grinding. Whether you need assistance with your residential or commercial property, we have the skills and equipment to get the job done efficiently and safely. Contact us today for all your tree care needs.

Response time8 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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One Two Tree Care
4.8(
229
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Brisbane, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had multiple overgrown trees trimmed and had a wonderful experience with this company. The owner was attentive and responsive, the crew showed up on time, and my yard looks better than ever. I appreciate the professionalism and flexibility they provided. I would highly recommend considering this company for any tree services you may have."
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Blue Spruce
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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New Sky Tree Service, Inc.
4.4(
670
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Brisbane, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A truly fantastic crew of arborists and tree climbers and general crew. They were on time, reviewed details of my job with me, cleaned everything up including my neighbors' yards and my giant oak trees have never looked better. I've worked with other arborists but these guys are so skilled and so talented at revealing what was the hidden beauty of my oak trees. Such great value (great service) and truly an investment in the health and beauty of my trees. New Sky Tree Service has my business from now on and I will tell all my friends about my excellent experience."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If it’s your property, then you can plant a tree near power lines, but it’s not the best idea. Any vegetation that grows within 10 feet or so of power lines will fall under the responsibility of the utility company, and they may trim or remove it as necessary. If you do move forward with your plan, try to choose a smaller ornamental tree, plant it as far away from the power lines as you can, and keep it trimmed to avoid future problems.

Although the terms tree trimming and tree pruning are used interchangeably, they are very different types of tree maintenance. Tree trimming involves enhancing the appearance of your tree by removing unruly branches, providing your tree with ample sunlight and nutrients and prevents unsightly overgrowth. 

Tree pruning helps keep your trees disease-free. This process removes unhealthy growths, dead branches, and other unhealthy parts of the tree. It’s more common for deciduous and ornamental trees but not so common for evergreen trees. To determine which method you need, discuss it with a tree trimming specialist.

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

Ideally, you’ll have a good enough relationship with your neighbors that you can kindly mention this task in regular conversation. However, every neighbor (and neighborhood) is different. Your best bet will always be to ask directly and nicely, offering to contribute to the tree trimming efforts if you’d like. However, if you are bothered by the tree and your neighbor is unwilling to cut it, you can involve the help of the homeowners’ association or local authorities, if applicable.

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