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Adams Tree Care
5.0(
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Serving La Mesa, 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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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sotelo Tree Service
5.0(
28
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maya’s Landscaping Service is amazing! We have multiple eucalyptus trees and other trees that needed to be trimmed way down. They were here on time, gave us a more than fair price and did the work quickly and efficiently. All of the team members were very friendly. Hire them! You will not be disappointed."
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+30

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.4(
129
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently redid the landscaping in our newly purchased home. Kent Horner spent quite a bit of time w us suggesting creative design elements as part of the bidding process. We chose C and H from the several estimates we received and are happy we did. Kent’s crew was timely, worked very hard, reacted positively to our change requests and thoroughly cleaned up at the end of every day. Kent stopped by most days to make sure all was well! And it was! We love our yard and appreciate the work that Kent and his guys did! Highly recommended. Pete and Mickie"
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+19

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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North County Tree
5.0(
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wes is a pro. Excellent communication. Quick and easy to schedule. They did a great job and I was very impressed with everything about the service provided."
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Stump has been ground out and is now gone.
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+14

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Lopez Tree Care, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Olaf and his team did an amazing job trimming 4 large trees and 1 large wall of hedges on my property. His price was fair, his team was efficient and respectful, and the overall experience was great end to end. We also received multiple compliments from neighbors on the end result. Would recommend their services to anyone."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arce Tree Service
4.9(
31
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arce Tree Service runs a wonderful operation. Mario and Jose are extremely knowledgeable and skilled. They answered our questions while providing suggestions and options for our tree maintenance. Their courtesy, professionalism and arborist skills continued through the conclusion of our job. Your trees and property will be in the right hands with Mario and Jose, guaranteed!!"
Mexican Fan Palm
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
5.0(
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent - Mr. Rodriguez was very responsive, made an appointment for estimate and the work was completed timely and efficiently. Great work and clean-up. They have trimmed a variety of different types of trees for me. I won't hesitate to call them again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Local tree removal prices range from $200 to $2,000 overall, but vary depending on:

  • Local cost of labor and supplies

  • Accessibility of the tree

  • Local laws regarding who is allowed to remove the tree

  • The species of the tree (softer woods are often easier to remove)

  • Local seasonal discounts for the off-season

No, you cannot plant a tree above a gas line. Tree roots grow and spread over time and can sometimes dent, crack, or penetrate a gas line. Those same roots may also cause accessibility problems for maintenance or repairs. You can generally plant vegetation with non-invasive root systems, low-growing vegetation, and flower beds near gas lines. 

The best tools for tree removal include a chainsaw for large trees, an ax for notching and cutting down small trees, and a wedge to help control the direction a tree falls in. A hatchet can be useful for very small trees, but won’t be effective for medium to large trees. 

It depends on the problem, the affected part of the tree, the risk of the pathogen spreading, and the overall health of your tree. Many diseases, fungal infections, and insect infestations can be successfully treated, especially if the issue is only in a few branches. However, if a disease is too widespread, too severe, too easily spread, or in the roots, the tree will likely need to be removed.

The best time to cut down a tree is during its dormant season, typically in winter or early spring, after all the leaves have fallen. Removing a tree during this period is advantageous for several reasons. Frozen ground helps secure the tree stump, protects the surrounding landscape from damage, and reduces the risk of the tree falling in an unintended direction. With the leaves gone, there is less risk of the tree's foliage getting tangled with other trees. Additionally, since this is often a slower season for tree services, you may be able to hire a professional at a lower rate. This dormant period is also the best time for tree trimming.

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