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Sotelo Tree Service
5.0(
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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

"Jacob and his team did a great job removing the tree and grinding the stump. The price was half that of all the other quotes I received. I would definitely recommend Sotelo Tree Service."
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+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lopez Tree Care, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"THEY CAME ON SATURDAY AND EVEN THO IT WAS RAININ THEY TOOK DOWN MY TREE IN BACKYARD AND TRIMMED THREE OTHER TREES. MY TREES HAVE NEVER LOOKED SO GOOOD."
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+54

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Escobar Tree Services
5.0(
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Escobar's tree service did a great job helping us clean up our overgrown yard. They trimmed all the trees and shrubs, removed a tree stump in the front yard, pulled all the weeds, removed any dead foliage, blew the leaves away and took the extra time to brush out twigs and leaves that had made their way into our artificial turf. The owner was very responsive to our questions and quickly scheduled to come out only a couple days after meeting with him for the estimate. He came out with a 5-person crew who knocked out the work in a few hours and hauled everything away. I plan to use his services again in the future and highly recommend."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
32
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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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Arce Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are very thoughtful and thorough and get the job done leaving my yard neat and tidy. My fruit trees were having a bug problem and they took care of it. They fertilized all the trees and my trees are ready to begin fruiting for the summer. I would recommend Arce Tree Service to anyone needing prompt reliable tree service. Patricia J"
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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

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rodriguez Tree Services exceeded my expectations. The staff was kind, friendly, and super helpful. They took care of my trees, yard, and they cleaned and removed all the debris. My yard looks a 1000% percent better. I will reach out to them again when my trees need a bit of TLC. I have already recommended them to my neighbors. -Steven"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kent and his team came out and trimmed 10 trees on my property. They did an exceptional job! Very professional and cleaned everything up. Would definitely hire again."
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+19

Response time1 day
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving La Mesa, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Look no where else! CM Precision Tree and Landscaping are the best. We had a tough project for them. They had to cut our neighbors huge pine tree that was hanging over our yard. They cut about 50% of the tree and had to access the tree from our yard, which was a bit of a trick. They did an amazing job. The neighbors had pots and plants all over the area under the tree. They covered everything up and nothing was damaged. All of the tree was cut and taken down through our yard. They roped all of the branches down and there was no damage to any trees or plants in our yard. Their team is professional and hard-working. Chuck and Pedro are miracle workers! They helped us with the many challenges that came with this project. Many thanks!!!"
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Response time12 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

Yes, tree roots can regenerate after they’re pruned or cut. In fact, trimming can stimulate new growth, especially in healthy trees. The tree’s roots can still grow back even after a tree is cut down, (and learning how to get rid of regrowing tree roots is a separate feat). Still, if you don’t wish to harm a tree, pruning the roots should be done with extreme care, and ideally by a professional.

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.

Yes, healthy and well-placed large trees can boost property value by an average of 3% to 15%. They improve curb appeal, offer energy savings through shade and wind protection, and are often considered by appraisers during home valuation. On the flip side, removing dead or hazardous trees can also increase value by eliminating safety risks. For the biggest return, choose low-maintenance, native species that thrive in your climate.

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