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Aly's Tree Trimming Pruning & Yard Clean-Up
4.8(
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Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

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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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Gil Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Joel & his team are honest, brave , & hard working. They arrived on time everyday & cleaned up & left my home neat & well cared for every night. I have dozens of large live oaks & Monterey pines on my property some 60 feet tall. Joel helped me maintain a fire safe cleared area all around my home removing huge branches & limbs from trees that had to be climbed & cabled for safety. These are tree professionals. Actual experts not just tree trimmers. My property is a steep hillside. No problem. Most of my trees are 50 to 100 years old. Some I planted as a boy. I am 63. Everything was done safely & neatly with every tree cared for so each will thrive & live another 50 or 100 years. Joel even found a dove’s nest full of baby birds on a limb 40 feet up set to be cut & came down to ask me how to proceed. We saved the limb to save the nest while the mother & father flew around nervously. Hire Gil Tree Service. This guy is the real deal. They are the best decision you can make."
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Bears Tree Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team of workers were friendly and professional. They went above and beyond . They were careful with the surrounding landscaping and cleaned up thoroughly."
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Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+1

Response time1 day
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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La Sirenita Tree Service
4.5(
130
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Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"very prompt with quote, friendly, job was done professionally, price is very reasonable cleanup was very good this father, mom and son team is highly recommended. Highly recommend Jesus, Rosa and Jose for your next project"
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+1

Response time11 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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GP Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

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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 rate91%
78 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pacific Landscaping & Tree Service, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew did thorough job of redoing a botched stump removal by another company. they removed the stump,the roots,cleaned the area and reset the artificial grass. Thet were polite,professional and worked hard for several hours. The price was fair and there was good communication with the owner,Tony. I highly recommend them."
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+19

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Velasco Landscaping
5.0(
13
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Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris was very prompt to respond to my inquiry and was very knowledgeable. The crew worked fast and efficiently to get my job done in a timely manner. I would recommend him 100%. My house has never looked better. Thank you Velasco Landscaping Mireya Flores"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
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Maplewood Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Capitola, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Maplewood Landscaping as a subcontractor for a recent community beautification project and were thoroughly impressed. From their initial bid to the final punchlist, everything was handled on time and with great attention to detail. The quality of their craftsmanship really stood out. Would gladly work with them again on future projects."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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. 

The best tool to cut trees is a chain saw. You can adjust your chain saw to the correct size based on the size of the branches, offering you the fastest and cleanest cut for medium- to large-sized trees. Depending on the type of chainsaw you use, you can cut through larger trees than you would with a more manual tool like an ax.

The ideal depth of a tree notch depends on the tree, but it should usually be between 20% and 25% of the tree’s depth. However, if the tree is leaning towards the direction of the notch, it can be cut more shallowly—at as little as 10% of the depth. When the tree is leaning away from the direction it needs to be felled, you can cut deeper, closer to 30%.

A tree branch should start to form roots in about three months. It can take about a year for a tree branch to develop roots strong enough to go in the ground. For best results, start several branches because, no matter how closely you follow instructions, they won’t all form roots. Compost any that aren’t thriving.

Light-bark trees are most notorious for producing lots of sap when wounded. These varieties include maples, birches, poplars, dogwoods, magnolias, and elms, and they will bleed more when the trees are dormant. That’s why it’s a good idea to prune them in the summer months rather than waiting until winter.

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