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Avatar for Golden Forest
Golden Forest
4.8(
60
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Clearlake Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Juan and his crew were amazing. We had 3 huge cedars and a smaller tree that needed to be taken down in our front and back yards. He and his team were extremely professional and efficient, assuring none of our surrounding neighbors were negatively impacted (especially given they had to assure tree limbs did not fall into surrounding yards, that the landscape wasn't irritated with their large equipment, cleaned up all the debris and wood chips, hauled away the wood, and completed the job in 2.5 days!) We were quoted by many respectable and well-known local tree services, and Golden Forest was by far the cheapest (nearly half or more). Juan was great to work with, and we would highly recommend!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Coast Line Tree Service
3.7(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Clearlake Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They made quick work of what I thought was a massive job in our yard. Clear communication and easy to talk to. We are very pleased with their work, definitely would recommend to anyone needing excellent tree service!"
Coast Line Tree Service
Big Sugar Pine Removal
Oak Removal
Freightliner (Terex Bucket)
Bandit Wood Chippers

+2

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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From The Roots Up
5.0(
20
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Clearlake Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Roots Up tree service went above and beyond my expectations. They are true professionals. The service they performed went flawlessly. I will continue to use this business as it is evident they are highly skilled and honest. Brian Schmitt"
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+104

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborcare Group
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Clearlake Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mario’s crew were very professional and completed the job as requested. We had a large number of trees and bushes removed as well as all of their stumps ground. They cleaned up very well too. I found all of the workers to be present and communicated with me effectively. I’d fully recommend them to anyone !!"
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+2

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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America's Best Inc
4.1(
2,198
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Clearlake Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The young guy who did the work was prompt and professional, but not well trained. He power washed my patio BEFORE blowing the leaves and sticks off my roof, so all the debris landed on my just cleaned patio, and he didn't follow up to clean it off.
He forgot to do the garage door and was all packed up when he asked me to inspect, so I just let it ride.


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10,000 square foot home
We love Los Angeles
skylight cleaning
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Family Tree Service, Inc.
4.2(
18
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Clearlake Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Just had to share what a GREAT job Family Tree Service did yesterday removing dead and dying trees on our property. They got the job done in a couple of hours, left the wood cut and neatly stacked for our use while taking away all the debris. Everything clean and tidy when they left. Highly recommend Family Tree Service! 🙂"
Hazard tree removal
Bucket Truck Set Up
Redwood Climb with Flip Line Safety
Utility Line Clearance
Chipper Action

+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

The best time to cut down a tree is during its dormant season, typically in winter or early spring, after all the leaves have fallen. Removing a tree during this period is advantageous for several reasons. Frozen ground helps secure the tree stump, protects the surrounding landscape from damage, and reduces the risk of the tree falling in an unintended direction. With the leaves gone, there is less risk of the tree's foliage getting tangled with other trees. Additionally, since this is often a slower season for tree services, you may be able to hire a professional at a lower rate. This dormant period is also the best time for tree trimming.

After a big storm, you may not be sure if a tree was struck or not. Look for the telltale long scars, like strips or gouges in the bark of the tree, running in sometimes jagged lines down the length of the trunk. These scars will often show vulnerable living wood inside the tree. It’s also common to see scorched or wilted leaves on the side or top of the tree where lightning struck.

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

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