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Crowder Tree Specialist
4.3(
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Serving Lakehead, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1940

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am beyond happy with my experience with Crowder Tree Specialist. I have a very large Oak tree in my front yard that desperately needed trimming. They came to give me a quote on trimming the tree and also gave me a lot of information about tree care and what was needed to help my tree and make it flourish, They completed trimming my tree in 3-4 hours and it was absolutely beautiful. They also trimmed trees around my Oak tree to make it easier for my tree to get oxygen and light needed to grow properly. The team was great. They were quick and very professional, cleaned up the area of all debris from the trimming of the trees. They also helped me with overgrown trees in my backyard that were hanging over my fences and did a great clean-up job there as well. If I have any future needs they will be the first company I will call. I am a very happy client and I very highly recommend them."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Eucalyptus removal
Autumn Ginkgo tree
Pecan tree removal.

+3

Response time1 day
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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M&B Tree Solution Inc.
5.0(
10
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Serving Lakehead, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Not only am I happy with choosing this company. I’ve referred them out to several of my friends because of their communication, honesty and integrity. If you’re looking for a tree trimming company, this is the company you need to work with."
TREE REMOVAL
Response time12 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Full Circle Garden Solutions
5.0(
6
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Serving Lakehead, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"They are expert with permaculture techniques and integrating fire prevention with a healthy productive garden. Ver knowledgeable and enthusiastic about gardening, soil, farming, trees, plants and biodiversity. An A+"
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
D. R .& Son Tree Service
5.0(
5
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Serving Lakehead, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dave and his crew were a pleasure to do business with. He was on time, and completed all work as described. I was very impressed by the accuracy of dropping the Redwoods. He was able to drop them across my driveway with pinpoint accuracy, which saved me thousands of dollars, as I didn’t need to take them down piece by piece. The Redwoods did break parts of my driveway and he came back and fixed my driveway at his expense. The dangerous tree in my backyard was cut down in pieces and Dave and his crew were very efficient in the work as well as cleanup."
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My son and I loading logs on the log truck
This is a tree that was on the north coast, California California Department of forestry called us. We came out and filled his tree while it was on fire where we are standing. It is 9 foot in diameter. It was standing right next to a house it was threatening the house they had fought with this tree for three days trying to put it out the tree was Approximately 16 feet across and 8 feet through
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Arcata new parking In front of house

+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The ideal time to prune a tree depends on the type of tree. Typically, late winter or early spring is a good time to prune but isn't always the case for "towering trees." It's best to trim when trees are dormant and before blooms appear but can vary depending on the tree type. It's always best to research the type of tree or ask a professional tree trimmer to determine when is the perfect time to prune your tree.

You don’t always need a permit to grind a stump, but you might need one depending on your location and the stump’s surroundings. Permits are often needed if the stump is part of a protected tree species, near public areas or utility lines, or close to environmentally sensitive zones like wetlands. Some cities also regulate noise and work hours. Always check local rules before grinding, and contact your city or county office if you're unsure.

You’ll want to have your palm trees trimmed during the spring, ideally in May, before hurricane season sets in, which generally takes place during the late summer. Palm trees grow fastest over the summer months. You’ll also want to trim your palm trees when you notice:

  • Brown fronds 

  • Dry leaves

  • Flower pods

  • Fruit

  • Fronds overgrown in power lines

  • Frond encroaching upon your neighbor’s home or yard 

  • Visible damage from a storm

If your palm tree has spots on the leaves, rotting buds, or is beginning to turn yellow, then you have a sick tree on your hands. You should contact a palm tree specialist to identify the problem and help treat the tree if possible. Preventing diseases and pests is key to a healthy palm tree, and it's essential to take action as soon as possible if your tree is showing signs of being sick.

Generally, no, tree topping isn’t a good technique, and you should avoid using it in most cases. Tree topping may be the only good option to save a tree following severe damage after a storm, but in most other cases, it’s not the right choice. Tree topping can leave trees vulnerable to disease and further damage, and most pros will suggest against it.

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