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Top-Rated Tree service pros in Escondido - Updated Nov 2026

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THE BRANCH
4.9(
181
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTrees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Trevor and his crew did an excellent job both times. They are prompt, polite and professional. We would not hesitate to hire them again and in fact did so with a second job to remove 5 tree stumps and 1 evergreen bush. To trim the 30 Italian Cypress Trees it was - $1500 To remove 5 large tree stumps and 1 Evergreen bush - $900"
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Lopez Tree Care, Inc.
4.8(
80
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They came and in in 11 hours cut down 4 palm trees and cleaned the area flawlessly. No other quote from other services even came close and I will have them back for more work. I have had 14 trees removed from our property and this company is the only company I would recommend."
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+54

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gutierrez Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
54
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The deal made on a handshake doesn’t happen very often however the Gutierrez Tree Service team fulfilled everything they said the would for the fair price they estimated with no hidden charges. They arrived on time performed all work in scope and cleanup all debris while taking our concerns into their work plan. I would definitely recommend and use again in the future."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Five Star Tree Care, Inc.
4.7(
361
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Five Star Tree Service did a fine job of removing trees, shrubs, and some very large agaves. They arrived right on time, finished the job quicker than I expected, cleaned up thoroughly, and hauled everything away. The price was very reasonable. If I need any work like this, I will call on Mike and Carson again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
5.0(
18
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Escondido, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Rodriguez tree services did great job to trimmed my two queen palm tree, they show up on time, they clear tree area. The tree service is very professional. I will use this company again next time."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

Poison oak is similar to poison ivy in that it's in the same family of plants. Poison oak is identifiable by its rounded-off leaves and hairy leaf texture. Tree-climbing varieties live primarily in western states while low-growing poison oak bushes occupy the eastern states. Treat poison oak like poison ivy to get rid of it permanently.

According to scientists at Penn State University, spotted lanternflies do not typically kill the trees and plants they feed on, but they can cause branches and segments to die off. However, they have been found to kill cultivated grapes, which can have devastating consequences for vineyard owners and regions that heavily rely on vineyards to create jobs and generate revenue. They have also killed the Ailanthu altissima, known as the tree of heaven, though this is classified as a noxious and invasive weed tree.

DIY home gardening can be relaxing, joyful, and cost-effective. From mowing your lawn to planting your own flower beds, there is a wide variety of gardening tasks that you can do yourself to make your yard look beautiful. If you’d rather spend your time not in the dirt, or if you’d like someone to take care of your plants for you, calling a professional gardening service is best. They can give you a workup of what services you’ll need and how often to schedule them.

Tree roots can take weeks to years to die, depending on the method you use. Chemical herbicides take the least amount of time—typically between three and four weeks—while homemade methods, like covering an old stump with leaves, could take between seven and eight years. If you’re unsure which method to use or how quickly you need to act, consulting with a pro is always a good idea.

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

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