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Avatar for Johnson's Tree Care Inc
Johnson's Tree Care Inc
4.7(
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Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin arrived promptly and performed the services we agreed on to my satisfaction. He's friendly, easy to talk to, and knows how to deal with trees since he's a licensed arborist. There was no indiscriminate or unnecessary cutting. I'd use Johnson's Tree Care again and have already recommended him to my neighbors."
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+10

Response time10 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
26
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"P&J does fantastic work. I am more than pleased. Joe is an arborist and has keen knowledge of trees, when and how they should be pruned and groomed or even removed. P&J removed three trees and many shrubs, pruning and shaping many other trees. Stump grinding was done to the removed trees. His crew of seven and himself showed up on time at 8am and they were done at 1130am. Amazing! They are licensed, bonded and insured."
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+24

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Aly's Tree Trimming Pruning & Yard Clean-Up
4.8(
351
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aly's team did a fantastic job. They pulled weeds, cleaned up pathways, pruned our shrubs and trees. I got a real chance to look at there job, 3-4 weeks after they did it and realize that not only did they do what I needed, but the job they did on trimming our trees is the best job we've had in years. Definitely want them back."
Response time4 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
4.6(
23
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was contacted by Eli just after I put a request for prices to do the above work. He made an appointment for the next morning. After I made the decision to hire him, he started the work on the following Monday. He removed two 60 ft. trees. He and his crew were extremely organized and efficient with their time. Trees were removed along with all debris. The cleanup of the both front and backyards were great. I would highly recommend him for work and plan on having him back to prune fruit trees at the proper time."
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+58

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Agri-Con Tree Care Professionals
4.4(
147
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

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"The work crew showed up on time and did a very good job trimming the tree. The men do know proper tree care. They were very careful not to damage my roof, gutters or the surrounding bushes and plants. The price was high but I hired Walter and Mika because Walter is a certified arborist and a professional in whom I had confidence. I would have given 5 stars but the clean up could have been a little better. The workers blew some small twigs under my bushes instead of racking them up. It was nothing too objectionable but for what I paid I expected a more thorough clean up without having to check on what they did. I would have asked the foreman to clean up more thoroughly but I did not notice the small twigs until after the crew left."
Response time7 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Bama's Tree Care, Inc
4.3(
101
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Oscar and his crew did an amazing job cleaning up my front and back yards, removing two problem trees which were planted too close to the house many years ago, out of control oleander bushes, an overgrown aloe patch and other assorted weeds and plants which had taken over the front and back yards. They worked quickly and efficiently, and left everything as nest as a pin. I could not ask for more and I would definitely hire them again in the future should the need arise. They even fixed a stump which was inadequately removed by a previous tree service company, and informed me of another incomplete stump removal, which I will have the other company come back and address. I would not believe what they were able to accomplish in 5 hours if I did not see it myself!"
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+8

Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GP Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Los Altos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"I can’t recommend them enough! From start to finish, their professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail were outstanding. They handled my tree service needs with precision and care, ensuring everything was done safely and efficiently. The team was punctual, courteous, and left my property cleaner than when they arrived. Whether you need tree trimming, removal, or general maintenance, this is the company to call. Five stars all the way- will be calling again for any future tree needs!"
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Trees don’t usually grow back after being cut down. Some particularly robust tree species may start sending up new stems from a stump to recover, but those stems won’t become a “tree” like before. Generally, trees don’t recover from being entirely cut down, which is why it’s important to be careful when making a decision. When you cut down a tree, it’s a good idea to make plans to remove the stump, even if it’s unlikely to grow back.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

The typical lifespan of a Bradford pear is relatively short, only 15 to 25 years. However, these trees have issues long before their life is over. Due to their soft wood and fast-growing branches, Bradford pear trees often split around 15 years, making them a risk for falling branches and more prone to disease. 

Costs reflect the size of the tree or shrub, the complexity of the task, location accessibility, and disposal needs, and comprehensive quotes vary accordingly.

It can be bad to leave a dead stump in the ground. A stump becomes a hefty piece of dead wood in time and eventually (especially with the help of rain) starts to rot. That makes it a locus point for diseases and pesky insects, as well as a bit of an eyesore. It’s best to remove a tree stump completely before it starts to decay, especially before it starts to fall apart. If the tree was removed because of disease, it’s even more important to fully remove the stump if possible.

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