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Avatar for Reyes Tree Service & Gardening
Reyes Tree Service & Gardening
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving La Crescenta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everyone at Reyes Tree Service was wonderful! I initially met the owner, Juan Reyes, who was professional and friendly and knew exactly what needed to be done on my job. The crew that showed up a couple of days later met the owner at our residence, went over everything that needed to be done, and he left the job in the capable hands of his team leader, Oscar, who worked right alongside the team. They all worked well together to achieve the goal! Praise and thanks for the great 5-STAR Services from start to finish!!!"
Old Topanga Canyon Project
Old Topanga Canyon Project
Old Topanga Canyon Project
Old Topanga Canyon Project
Old Topanga Canyon Project

+54

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Ralph's Tree Service
4.9(
50
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving La Crescenta, CA and surrounding areas

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Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"The crew performed an excellent job in trimming the Sycamore tree and the cleanup was excellent also. Neighbors came by and ask for contact information because of such an excellent job Ralphs performed. Would highly recommend Ralphs!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Rock's Tree & Hillside Service
4.7(
39
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving La Crescenta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rock came on time and gave me an estimate of services and talked me through the
trimming and shaping of the trees on my property.  I had three estimates and his was
the best and he seemed to most knowledgeable and straightforward.  I took a night
to review the beds and hired him the next day, they put me on the schedule about
ten days hence.  That day Rock and a large crew of men came with their trucks and
 machinery on time and worked efficiently and quickly.  There were a few things I wanted
Rock to look at that I hadn't worked into my estimate and he was very helpful and
 conscientious.  Absolutely the kind of service people who go the extra
mile to make sure the job is done well and make customers for life.
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Yes, it can be good to remove dead branches from trees. Dead branches can lead to rot in other areas of the tree. They can also cause damage if they fall on a house, shed, fence, car, pool, or other structure or property. However, it’s important that dead branch removal is done safely. If the branch is high in a tree or requires a lift or ladder to access, consider calling a professional tree removal company, as they will have the experience and equipment to do the job safely.

Dead trees are dangerous for several reasons. They are structurally compromised and prone to branch or trunk failure, which can pose a significant safety risk to people, vehicles, and nearby structures. Dead trees can also harbor pests like termites, which may spread to other trees or your home. If a tree died from a disease, it could spread the illness to healthy trees. Additionally, the dry wood is highly flammable, increasing fire risk.

If you’re planning on keeping the tree, unless the roots are invasive, there’s no need to remove them, as doing so can cause damage to the tree. If the tree has been cut down and the stump and roots are left, grinding and removing the stump can cause root decay for some species. For other species, the stump and roots will need to be removed to prevent pests, disease, and possible tree regrowth.

For trimming trees, your best tool is a pair of pruning shears or loppers. Both options work best for branches that are under 3 inches in diameter. Trimming trees with a larger diameter may require a robust tool like a small chainsaw or a handsaw, so take into account your tree’s diameter when deciding between tools.

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

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