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J Lopez Tree Services
5.0(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"J Lopez tree service communicated with me very well and I obtained a very fair price. I would recommend them to anyone. They cut down a tree for me and grinded it as low as they could go so they would not hit my main line."
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+22

Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Roper Tree Surgeon and Landscaping
4.8(
20
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The crew was ahead of schedule for the day so they were able to start early. They were thorough, fast and effective at trimming a monstrous tree without littering the neighbor's yard. I'd hire them again."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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Timber Pros Tree Service
5.0(
41
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I manage Homeowner Associations. We had 102 Palm Trees that needed trimming. Timber Pro did a great job trimming our palm trees. They worked with me on price and were very efficient skinning and trimming the trees. They worked quickly and cleaned up the area. I recommended them to a resident that needed a tree removed. The homeowner called me and thanked me for the referral, said that their price and work were both exceptional I had a big tree in another association that was in a difficult place that needed removing. It was situated directly over our garages. Timber Pro Was able to remove the trees without any damage to the roofs or the electric wires that were in the way. They were easy to communicate my issues of each job worked clean fast were very courteous and reasonable priced"
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Personalized Tree Service, Inc
4.4(
706
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Personalized Lawn and Tree Service has years of experience and will give your lawn the personalized care it deserves. Improve the beauty of your home with our special lawn care service today.\n\nFor SanFernando Valley,Riverside,LosAngels and the SanBernadino areas a minimum of $250

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+2

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Trees Unlimited, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Jim in early May to have clearing of limbs that were within 10 feet of my home. There were quite a few big oaks that had to have some major limbs removed and I was quite worried that they did not damage my new deck and parts of the house. Jim was recommended for me by a timber logger I knew and that is why I phoned him in the first place. Jim proved to have both a good sense of humor but also a great group of workers who handled the job professionally and with great care. Being so busy, I had to wait over 3 months before he and crew could do the work. Both my wife and I are very happy with the quality of work and the cleanup. I highly recommend this business."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rainbow Landscaping
4.5(
79
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Fernando is the hardest worker. He did a great job, he is clean, he is fast, and he works hard. His prices were more than fair and I would not hesitate to hire him again or to refer him to anyone looking for tree, lawn, or landscaping work. At minimum get a bid from Rainbow!"
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+180

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lucero Tree Service License Not Yet Provided
4.3(
116
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tomas and his crew arrived on time and worked as a team, with Tomas doing the tree trimming and the crew cleaning and clearing all the branches and leaves. It was a huge job as there were 2 very large trees that they trimmed. They were very polite, wore their masks (covid19) and didnâ t stop working until the job was done. They cleared and leafblew the entire back yard and patio after they worked, not just the tree area. They left the yard in perfect shape! I would absolutely recommend this company."
Response time8 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Del Mar Landscaping
4.6(
323
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Conrad and his employees with DelMar Landscaping was very professional and clean. They were very responsive and completed the project in a timely manner. I was very happy with the outcome of our backyard project and would highly recommend their services."
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+106

Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Using Epsom salt to kill a tree stump typically takes between six and 12 months. While this may seem like a long time, it is significantly faster than the natural decomposition process, which can take up to seven years. This method is a viable DIY option for stumps that do not pose an immediate hazard. If you need a faster solution, you can hire a professional for stump removal or grinding, though this may cause more damage to the surrounding ground.

It depends on the type of tree. Typically, late spring on the cusp of winter is ideal for trees about to emerge from dormancy and produce new buds. That said, late fall is ideal for certain deciduous trees prone to bleeding sap. Avoid trimming trees in early spring, when they’re prone to disease.

An unsafe tree can cause serious damage to your home and property, so tree inspections are important to ensure your home isn’t in danger from a nearby tree. Unhealthy trees can also be unsafe trees, as diseases and insect damage can compromise a tree’s stability, leading to potential damage and safety risks.

You can start your search for a reputable arborist online by looking for professionals who hold the proper licensing and are fully insured. Next, read through some online reviews to see what kind of service the expert brings to the table, and confirm that they don’t have a history of complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Finally, you can ask the professional for a list of references and then call them to ask questions about the service, professionalism, value, and more that the expert brings to the table.

Many gardeners charge an hourly rate for their services, and your total cost will depend on the amount of services and the experience of the gardener. Gardeners with basic experience charge between $20 and $30 per hour, while a more experienced gardener can charge as much as $60 to $88 per hour.

The cost of lawn mowing is about $125, which you might need on a weekly or biweekly basis. However, the cost of soil testing averages about $1,450, which should only be done every three to five years. 

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