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Top-Rated Arborists in Lake Elsinore - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Roper Tree Surgeon and Landscaping
Roper Tree Surgeon and Landscaping
4.8(
26
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Best Tree Service I've ever had. Prompt, extremely responsive, emailed photos right after job completed, fair pricing, and the clean up after the work was finished was exemplary. Strongly sugest you give Willliam a try for your next landscaping tree or shrub trimming job or general landscaping. He's great!, and friendly and professional!"
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Ezra Tree Service
4.9(
32
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a really good job of pruning and removing the identified trees. They could have done a better clean-up of their own litter, but I would hire them again based on their tree trimming expertise."
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+15

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Golden Oaks Tree Care
Golden Oaks Tree Care
5.0(
38
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I recently brought in Golden Oaks Tree Care to remove a 25-foot Canary Island Pine, grind out the stump, and trim a nearby palm tree, and the entire experience exceeded my expectations. Reynaldo, Bernardo, and their team handled the project with impressive skill and professionalism from start to finish. What really stood out was their attention to detail and safety. The stump was ground down a full 8 to 10 inches, and they took careful precautions to avoid any contact with my irrigation lines or underground utilities. Their precision with the grinder made the whole process much cleaner and safer than traditional excavation methods. The palm trimming was just as neatly executed. Beyond the technical work, this crew knows how to put homeowners at ease. I’ll admit I was initially nervous about the project, but their calm, organized approach instantly helped me relax. They were incredibly patient, answering every question I threw at them (even the unconventional ones) with clear feedback."
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
Avina Tree Service Inc.
5.0(
12
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Tree TrimmingTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal+5 more

Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This contractor was simply outstanding! He was timely, very professional and the work completed was fantastic. We couldn’t be happier. His pricing was very reasonable and their attention to detail from start to finish was incredible. Great value, wonderful service and highly recommend Avina Tree Service."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
Avatar for JIMMYS TREE CARE INC
JIMMYS TREE CARE INC
4.9(
66
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My home has 5 gigantic deodor pine trees and it is always a chore weeding through all the certified arborists and tree services to find the right guys for the job but this time I decided to go with my gut and give this young crew full of passion for the job a chance to do it ..I have to say they far exceeded my expectations and tirelessly worked pruning and raising the giant branches climbing all the way to the top paying careful attention to every detail and need of the trees and I think the images of the finished trees will speak for themselves but I know the next time they need work done who to call : Jimmy's Tree Care, Inc. I can highly recommend this crew working together like a well oiled machine facing any challenges headon"
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+79

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HLI Tree Services Inc
3.9(
397
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Trimming - For Business+1 more

Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys they send out are not tree experts & have chainsaw, will travel, should be their motto. They are polite and helpful but they cut too many good limbs off one tree so now we don't have much shade. I hope the limbs grow back but doubt it. I have to watch everything else they do, to make sure they don't break anything else (dropped limbs on patio furniture) and only cut what's necessary. I tried to call the boss or fast-talking salesman to complain that they are cutting out too much but the mailbox was full so I couldn't talk to him or leave a message. Wish I'd hired the first guy; I have a feeling he knew more about what he was doing. Next time I'll Google a certified arborist (the first one I called didn't return my call), who will cut out only what is needed to be pruned and will leave the good limbs (they said they were dead but they had green foliage on them so they weren't dead."
Few thousand trees
Crane work
Response time9 hrs
142 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for Green Life Landscape Inc.
Green Life Landscape Inc.
5.0(
10
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve been at our house for 13 years and in that time have gone through 5 different landscaping companies. Green Life Landscape is our preferred landscaping company, we’ve been using them for about 3 years now and we are very happy with their service. The time and the care Jose and his team provide during each visit is really appreciated. I love getting home from work on landscaping day and seeing the lawn freshly cut and the flowers and shrubs looking on point."
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
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+1

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Everlasting Green Landscape
Everlasting Green Landscape
4.8(
9
)
Tree Removal

Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Victor is very professional and easy to work with. The crew showed up on time each day and finished the job on time. They are very detailed and left the job very clean. The job came out great! Would definitely recommend and will definitely be using them for all future backyard needs."
Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Dead tree branches should be removed, because they can cause the tree to lose nutrients. They can also make the tree more susceptible to disease and pests. Removing dead and diseased branches can help the tree recover and increase the odds of saving a dying tree. Make sure to prune the tree correctly to avoid damaging it further.

In the case that a tree is growing directly on your property line, the cost of maintaining the tree is shared and is the property of both owners in common. In this case, all decisions regarding the maintenance of the tree must be made jointly, and both parties must agree on a course of action. You will need to agree with your neighbor about the cutting of any roots before you carry it out, and your neighbor must also consult with you before doing any trimming. Coming to an agreement with your neighbor about any shared trees ahead of necessary trimming and maintenance will make this process much simpler.

You can use the formula mentioned earlier to calculate the depth of tree roots. Each inch of width of a tree trunk translates to six inches of depth within the root system. Large trees extend anywhere from 2 to 6 feet into the ground, with some magnificent specimens going even deeper.

If you don’t cut down a dead, dying, or diseased tree, it can become a nesting place for pests like mosquitos, bees, beetles, wasps, fly larvae, and more. Some pests will live in the tree, while others will feed off the decaying wood. Unhealthy trees are also more likely to fall over, potentially injuring people and causing damage to your property.

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

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