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Avatar for Silverstone Landscaping & Tree Service
Silverstone Landscaping & Tree Service
4.8(
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well. Job completed on time and on budget.Silverio and his Crew were a joy to work with. I would highly recommend Silverstone Landscape and Tree Service if you need Tree work, Landscaping job or Fencing job(wood fencing, masonry fencing, concrete block fencing or metal rail fencing) done for your property."
Landscaping - improvements
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+154

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Gil Tree Service
5.0(
33
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Joel & his team are honest, brave , & hard working. They arrived on time everyday & cleaned up & left my home neat & well cared for every night. I have dozens of large live oaks & Monterey pines on my property some 60 feet tall. Joel helped me maintain a fire safe cleared area all around my home removing huge branches & limbs from trees that had to be climbed & cabled for safety. These are tree professionals. Actual experts not just tree trimmers. My property is a steep hillside. No problem. Most of my trees are 50 to 100 years old. Some I planted as a boy. I am 63. Everything was done safely & neatly with every tree cared for so each will thrive & live another 50 or 100 years. Joel even found a dove’s nest full of baby birds on a limb 40 feet up set to be cut & came down to ask me how to proceed. We saved the limb to save the nest while the mother & father flew around nervously. Hire Gil Tree Service. This guy is the real deal. They are the best decision you can make."
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+70

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Bears Tree Services, Inc.
5.0(
35
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was reluctant to have my beautiful tree trimmed. Not only did they solve the problem of removing overhanging branches on my roof, but they shaped the tree beautifully. I highly recommend."
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+1

Response time1 day
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arthur and one othe person did a great job. They worked hard and quickly to clear all the weeds and trim the large bushes. They then cleaned up everything really well. I'm really pleased with the work they did and would definitely hire them again."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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La Sirenita Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

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Emergency services offered

"They gave me options and executed the scope of work I wanted. They mulched the tree and removed branches from the trimmed treed. At my request the put that material in a weedy side yard. Now that yard looks and smells great. The super shaggy Palm looks many ft taller now that it's all trimmed up. They went above and beyond by cleaning my roof and gutters of all the pine tree needles. I highly recommend their service."
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Response time11 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Isaac Nathaniel Excavating and Paving
5.0(
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Ike did a great job grading my yard. It was a tricky job but ike was very accomadating and did the job perfect. I recommend them for any further projects. Definitely gonna use him for my future projects"
Nice broom finish driveway with lights in stairs
Back yard excavating for house addition
Client had serious water problems water getting under the house we put french drain under concrete with sealant.problem solved?
Built play area for kids,had to flatten area and install 2 retaining walls
Installed pavers and retaining wall

+33

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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MC Landscapes
4.8(
14
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Fredy and his crew are professional, communicative, and thorough. Most important to me, they approach working with trees carefully and lovingly. Our giant palm looks like a new tree! I was worried about having this work done because the tree is such a special part of our home. The crew did a fabulous job and cleaned all the many fronds so well that you wouldn't have known the yard had been full of them during the trimming process. I highly recommend MC Landscapes."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate91%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pacific Landscaping & Tree Service, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"A team of two workers arrived on time and we talked about the job which involved pruning several tall trees and shrubs in a small fenced garden space. They listened very carefully and made certain that they knew exactly what I wanted before starting the work. They were extremely careful of fences, and smaller plants in the garden and they seemed knowledgeable about shaping and pruning technique. The area where they worked was in the back of my property and it wasn't easy to carry all the cuttings to the street where their truck was parked. They removed all refuse and left the garden looking better than when they came! The charges seemed fair considering the setting, the scope of the work, and the time and effort they spent doing a great job!"
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+19

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Velasco Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris was very prompt to respond to my inquiry and was very knowledgeable. The crew worked fast and efficiently to get my job done in a timely manner. I would recommend him 100%. My house has never looked better. Thank you Velasco Landscaping Mireya Flores"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
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Maplewood Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Monterey, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Maplewood Landscaping as a subcontractor for a recent community beautification project and were thoroughly impressed. From their initial bid to the final punchlist, everything was handled on time and with great attention to detail. The quality of their craftsmanship really stood out. Would gladly work with them again on future projects."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, homeowners do not need permission to cut down a tree on their own private property, but there are several exceptions where a permit may be required. You might need a permit if the tree is particularly large, old, or a protected species, such as a heritage tree. Trees located near public property or power lines can also be subject to special rules. Additionally, many local governments and homeowners associations (HOAs) have regulations controlling which trees can be removed to manage an area's appearance or prevent the spread of invasive species. To avoid hefty fines, it is crucial to check with your local government and HOA to determine if a permit is needed before you begin.

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

Poison oak is similar to poison ivy in that it's in the same family of plants. Poison oak is identifiable by its rounded-off leaves and hairy leaf texture. Tree-climbing varieties live primarily in western states while low-growing poison oak bushes occupy the eastern states. Treat poison oak like poison ivy to get rid of it permanently.

The best tool to cut trees is a chain saw. You can adjust your chain saw to the correct size based on the size of the branches, offering you the fastest and cleanest cut for medium- to large-sized trees. Depending on the type of chainsaw you use, you can cut through larger trees than you would with a more manual tool like an ax.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

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