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Avatar for Legacy Tree Service, LLC
Legacy Tree Service, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are professional. Came and did an excellent job cut some big and small trees as well as taking out a stump with a pick & axe due to not being able to fit their grinder through our fence. They cleaned everything up and it was raining. Would recommend them to all."
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pillars
backyard patio steps
pool decking

+13

Response time4 hrs
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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ExTREEme Tree Experts
5.0(
22
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"This is a great company, they did wonderful work ans even did a bit more than was asked of them. If you need tree work done HIRE them. Fair pricing ans excellent work. Pleasant and friendly the entire time they were working."
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+10

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JBTree 365
5.0(
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am so happy with the tree removal JB did on my property. They were done with the job in under 2 hours. Everything was cleared and the area was spotless when they left. They are the best!!! I HIGHLY recommend JB Tree"
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sierra Tree Company, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They responded quickly. Had a estimate that I felt was reasonable. I approved the job. We scheduled a day and job was completed in one day. Outstanding job. They also kept me informed and asked for my approval before leaving. I’m very satisfied."
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Mindful Landscapes
5.0(
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mr. Bryan and team did a great job in transforming my unkempt backyard into a beautiful-looking garden. It took them only a week to complete the job. The end result was a spectacular garden with luscious green grass, beautiful colored pebbles, and a lovely lemon tree. Mr. Bryanâ s landscaping skills are excellent and beyond par. Above all, Mr. Bryan completed it within my budget, which was very important to me. He was professional and has excellent work ethics, and he completed the job in time as planned. I would recommend his company to anyone who wishes to transform their backyard into a beautiful garden. The above has been our personal experience with Mr. Bryan and his teamâ s landscaping and gardening skills."
Curving Flagstone Pathway
Fire Pit on the Russian River
B & B Patio & Pathways with LIghting
Raised Beds with Black Construction Stakes
Cobblestone Wall

+20

Response time3 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Sola de Vega Landscaping
5.0(
10
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Saul and his team were fantastic. Prompt, professional, and efficient. Definitely my go-to team for landscaping needs on both my personal property and for my business. Best part about Saul is I can trust him, he is a man of his word and that is hard to find these days!! If you're looking for a fantastic person for all landscaping needs, look no further."
Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Rose Valley Earthworks & Paving
5.0(
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

ROSE VALLEY EARTHWORKS & PAVING is committed to excellence in every aspect of our\nbusiness. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty,\nand personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service\nwe bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of\nour trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals.\nAbove all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their\nconcerns the basis of our business. Please call for your free estimate today! RVEP 707-537-5885

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

A palm tree's lifespan typically ranges from 40 to 100 years, though some species can live much longer. For example, certain types of Date Palm trees can live for over 200 years. The exact longevity of a palm tree is influenced by several factors, including its species, size, climate, and growing conditions. To maximize your palm's lifespan, provide proper care and maintenance, such as ensuring it gets enough sunlight, water, and nutrients, and protecting it from pests and diseases. For expert maintenance tips, consider consulting a professional arborist.

Trimming a tree can take anywhere from just two hours to a full day, depending on the age of the tree, the number of trees, and the species. Young trees are generally easier to trim, as their branches are often thinner in diameter and easier to reach compared to mature trees. They also tend to be healthier. If you haven’t trimmed your trees before or it’s been a while, the process could take even longer.

Some fast-acting products can rot a tree stump in four to six weeks. Keep in mind, these products contain harsh chemicals that may prevent regrowth in the area. Other products, like fertilizer that contains lots of nitrogen, can enhance the process and rot a stump in about a year. (This is compared to the ten years it can take naturally for a stump to rot.)

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

In most ways, palm trees are incredibly low-maintenance. They don’t need a ton of water—which is why they’re so beloved in desert regions—and they basically prune themselves. But they do need an ample supply of sunlight and to be in soil that will allow for proper drainage so that their roots don’t become waterlogged and at risk of developing illnesses.

If the plant begins to wilt, develop spots, or change color, these could all be signs that your palm tree has a disease. But a few basic treatments, like pruning and applying fungicide, will usually be more than enough to return it to perfect health.

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