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Avatar for Green Lane Tree Services Inc
Green Lane Tree Services Inc
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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Emergency services offered

"It went great! The crew showed up right on time, spent nearly 3 hours trimming the tree (it is huge!) and cleaned up everything when done. Very professional and thorough. Highly recommend them!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Juan's Landscape
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service from Juan, he was very helpful and well experienced at his craft. Very Professional and flexible. Highly recommend and I am looking forward to using his services in the future. Thank You Juan I appreciate your good work!"
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Hercules Tree Service and Landscape Construction
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This crew was very professional and respectful of our property. Not a tree limb hit the ground that wasn’t tied off and gently placed where it was suppose to be. Untied and carried out to the shredder. Clean up and replaced moved lawn furniture complete after tree was trimmed. Definatly will hire again!"
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+20

Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Lozano Tree Care Inc
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain+4 more

Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This was the best experience from a company I have had. Truly exceeded my expectations and made things so easy and effortless. The Lozano Tree Care Inc company is everything. They truly are professional, clean, on time and most importantly kind. I will definitely recommend to my colleagues, friends and family. Thank you to Brian and his crew you all really helped us out."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can prune a palm tree with a chainsaw, but a chainsaw is overkill for a job like this. You risk damaging the tree if you make a bad cut. More commonly, you’ll need pruning shears or a serrated knife to trim a palm tree, or you can use a specialized pruning saw instead of a chainsaw.

Yes, it’s possible to overwater a newly-planted tree. Daily watering is great for the first few weeks, but it’s important not to go overboard. Excessive watering can lead to various problems, including root rot, fungal diseases, and a lack of root development.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

There are a few differences between tree guying and tree staking. Tree guying requires anchor stakes that are shorter and stronger than regular stakes and are driven deeper into the ground at an angle away from the tree. Tree staking uses longer stakes that are set parallel to the tree and are used for smaller trees. Consult a local tree professional to determine which method is best for your tree.

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.

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