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Adams Tree Care
5.0(
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Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam and his crew arrived right on time and described how he planned to perform the tree trimming then got to work. Completely satisfied with the results on both trees. Pricing was reasonable. Thoroughly cleaned work area when the job was complete. Highly recommend Adam for your arborist related projects."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sotelo Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am also an arborist and they did a good job. They are knowledgable and provided good care for my tree. Jacob Sotelo is ISA certified. Communication was quick and clear."
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24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A job performed perfectly. Kent is professional and knowledgeable about the work he does and is an absolute pleasure to work with. I will definitely call him again when I need more landscaping done."
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
5.0(
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Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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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."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Brothers Landscape
4.7(
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Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and his crew did an amazing job. They worked for 3 days trimming hedges, bushes and vines. Removing bushes that were breaking a retaining wall. They trimmed our palm trees. They hauled away rusted patio furniture, wood, metal, and an old jacuzzi cover. Then they mowed, edged, and blew all the walkways and the patio. They were timely and courteous. I was so pleased with the work that I’ve hired them to do regular lawn service."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Escobar Tree Services
5.0(
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Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Emilio and his team took care of removing two massive Italian cypress trees with ease. I could tell how experienced they were by how easy they made it look and how the team worked together. They started right on time, were courteous of our neighbors, and cleaned up all traces of the project! I couldn't have imagined a better professional team. He had all the right tools for the job, and I'll be referring this business to anyone that has a a simple or complicated tree problem!"
Recommended by22%of homeowners
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Best Landscaping
3.8(
111
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Serving Imperial Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"this a high quality lawn service. on time, gets right to work and finishes the work in record time and does the little extra, like cleaning the leaves and weeds around the bushes. Very reasonable. I highly recommend them."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

Since summer is a busy time for tree companies, the cheapest time of year to remove a tree is during the winter. February and March are typically the prime time to hire a tree removal pro, and some homeowners living in colder climates can save around 20% off services. It depends on location and the company, but you can always shop around for the best deal.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

Palm trees are unique in that their roots don't grow straight down; they grow horizontally. Typically, palm tree roots go down between 12 and 36 inches deep. The roots grow far and wide from the base of the palm tree to absorb as much water and soil nutrients as possible. In addition, the horizontal roots are also very strong—keeping palm trees stable and helping them sway during storms.

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