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Avatar for Personalized Tree Service, Inc
Personalized Tree Service, Inc
4.4(
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Communication with Jackie was immediate and she scheduled the team in a snap. Was able to give an estimate based on my photos (which I appreciated). The team of guys got the work done (removing 3 spiky, overgrown succulent plants with invasive roots), hauled the plants and cleaned it all up beautifully. Very happy with the results and experience. Photo of before and after (there were 3 like this)."
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service
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12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Premier Tree Experts Inc.
4.7(
69
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sals work crew were very careful towards my neighbors planters and trees as well as mine! To me this is a critical part of the professionalism this type of company must have. I only hire companies with high Star ratings and Salâ s Premier Tree Experts business is one of the best! Sal is certainly someone I can trust to recommend for his professionalism, value, and good character!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evergreen Tree Enterprise, Inc.
4.7(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Luis is a very cordial and competent supervisor/manager and his tree trimmer was super clearly an expert at his craft. We had a limited budget and told Luis what we needed and they did it all for the budget we had available. There is no doubt that we would reccomend them."
Lift trucks
Clean up
Wood Hauling
Response time11 hrs
Response rate92%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Progressive Tree Care
4.6(
95
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Foothill Ranch, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing service and HIGHLY recommend! We had a HUGE pine tree over 60ft tall right up against our house that we just bought. Ramon and his team gave us a competitive quote and removed the tree immediately the next day. I can’t recommend them enough and we will definitely be calling them again for any tree concerns."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.

Costs depend on tree height, trunk diameter, removal complexity, and required equipment.

If the roots are still alive, the dead tree will usually try to put out new shoots. That doesn’t mean the tree will survive or that the dead parts of a tree will come back to life. If parts of the tree have died and turned gray or rotten, nothing will bring them back to life and they need to be safely removed.

The best time to transplant a tree is when it is dormant. For many trees, this means either in the fall after the leaves have dropped (around October or November) or in early spring before new growth begins (around March). The ideal timing can depend on the type of tree. Deciduous trees do well when moved in early spring or fall, while evergreens are best transplanted in early spring or late summer. For example, pine trees are best moved in early fall, but maples prefer late fall. Avoid transplanting in winter, as the frozen or hard, cold soil poses a significant risk to the roots and prevents the tree from acclimating properly.

Hiring an arborist costs around $900 on average, with prices ranging from $250 to $2,500 or more. Some arborists charge an hourly rate, typically between $100 and $350 per hour. The final cost depends on several factors, including the type of work, the number of trees, accessibility, and whether you hire an independent arborist or a larger tree service company. When hiring, you should also consider their experience and insurance coverage.

Below are some estimated costs for common arborist jobs:

  • Small tree removal: $300 to $500

  • Large tree removal: $500 to $2,000 or more

  • Tree health assessment: $150

  • Trimming a small tree: $75 to $200

  • Trimming a large tree: $150 to $400

  • Dealing with invasive species: $150 to $1,000 or more

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