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Avatar for Central Coast Tree Specialist
Central Coast Tree Specialist
4.9(
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Serving Morro Bay, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Allan is super easy to work with. He did such an excellent job. It was impeccable work cleans the place did everything he said he would do. I feel confident hiring him and his crew for any job I need done. I highly recommend them"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Calwest Services
4.9(
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Serving Morro Bay, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Instead of cutting TO 12', the trees were 12' from the top. They are still over 40' tall. I was clear in communication what I agreed to, and thought omitting the word "to" was a typo. We were negotiating again after one tree was "finished". And while they chipped branches and leaves and left them where I asked, they also took a whole truckload of wood that I wanted chipped as well. The rest of the work was excellent and they were very efficient. In hindsight I should have stuck with the person I originally had lined up."
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+70

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
MD Trees Corporation
5.0(
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Serving Morro Bay, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"MD Trees did an excellent job at a fair price. I definitely would use them again. They were quick and did a good job on cleanup and haul away. Note to Angies list: I had a hard time finding this page to leave a review. Other than that everything was great."
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+8

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Paradise Tree Service
4.4(
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Serving Morro Bay, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew were all real friendly and pleasant to work with. They were quick and did a great job and good clean-up. The price was good and they added extra pruning my other palm trees in the price."
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Tree Trimming

+5

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Shofar Landscape Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Morro Bay, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did the job well and worked very hard. They were happy to take care of all the odds and ends I needed done in my yard and gave me advice on my rose bushes too!"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Champ's Handy Worx License Not Yet Provided
4.9(
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Serving Morro Bay, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jimmie offered creative ways in solving problems to complete the job. Job site was cleaned up after each work day. Very professional easy to work with. Would recommend this company to family and friends."
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+5

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Bunyon Bros. Tree Care, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Morro Bay, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hated to take down our beautiful strawberry tree but it was simply in the wrong place. The crew did a fantastic job . They were efficient, worked safely and cleaned up the area. They even took the time to create a 3-legged table for us from the trunks of the tree."
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Tree Topping

+5

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

Any tree that needs to be pruned should be pruned to remove dead branches at least once a year. You may need to prune far more often if you’re trying to maintain a certain shape or to save a tree that suddenly becomes infected.

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

Pruning trees is important for several reasons. It improves tree health and strength by removing dead, diseased, or unwanted branches, which in turn encourages new growth and can help treat disease. For fruit trees, proper pruning can lead to a larger and better-quality harvest. Pruning also enhances safety by removing weak limbs that could break and fall, potentially causing injury or property damage, especially during storms. Beyond these functional benefits, pruning can also improve a tree's appearance. To ensure pruning is done correctly for the tree's long-term health, consider hiring a professional.

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