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Avatar for R & C Specialties, Ltd. dba Horticultural Services, Ltd.
R & C Specialties, Ltd. dba Horticultural Services, Ltd.
4.5(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Customers say: Quality work

"Chris Chapman, the owner, is a certified and very knowledgeable arborist. The crew did the work he prescribed under his guidance. The end result was excellent, I was also very pleased with clean up by the crew who minimized the mess leaving the area in very good shape. I would highly recommend this company, very professional and very thorough in work done by them. Jenny O. in Alamo, CA"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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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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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Superior Tree Service Inc
4.9(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 23 years of experience, Superior Tree Service Inc. is your trusted partner for all your tree care needs. We proudly serve all Bay Area, offering a full range of professional services ? from tree trimming and pruning to removals and stump grinding.\n\nNo job is too big or too small ? our skilled team can handle it all with safety, precision, and care.\n\n? Call us today at (408) 912-0049 and let?s get your trees looking their best! Ask for Vicente

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+23

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JMV Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. With 27 years of experience, we are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n

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+9

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Lane Tree Services Inc
4.8(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Franklin has a strong passion for helping his clients with their needs. With over 10+ years of experience, his work includes dealing with tree removal, pruning, and specializes in hazardous trees. Whatever your tree needs are, Franklin will ensure the the quality of work is provided to improve the landscape of this client.

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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Julian Tree Care Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Our family ran business offers professionally trained, supervised and insured tree and landscape services for the entire Bay Area. We also provide tree emergency services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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BETTER CITY TREE SERVICES INC
4.7(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Heavenly Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs.\nIt is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project.\nIn order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer \nin a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe are proud to say we are involve in our community by volunteering at our local food banks, and as we continue to build trust and grow, so will our ability to give more to our community. \n

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+3

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hercules Tree Service and Landscape Construction
4.7(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Hercules Tree Service and Landscape Construction, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business. Cutting tree cost with over 16 years experience. We offer a broad list of commercial and residential tree and landscaping services including , thinning, shaping, crown reduction, small or large tree removal, stump grinding, lot clearing, view restoration, disease & inspection consulting, and storm damage prevention.\n\nHave a tree emergency? We also offer 24 /7 emergency tree care services. Please call for immediate service.

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+8

Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

A dead tree should always be cut down, because it could fall and cause injuries or damage, and it can also attract insects like carpenter ants. A tree that’s diseased beyond repair should also be cut down, but it’s not always easy for a homeowner to tell. Signs of disease include dying branches, a hollow trunk, leaning, and discolored or missing leaves, but your best bet is to hire a local arborist who can evaluate the tree and tell you if it can be saved or should be cut down.

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.

It’s possible, although a lot depends on the cause of damage and what steps you take. If the remaining parts of the maple tree are alive and not under attack by disease or pests, they can often be saved even if large portions of the maple tree have died. Frequent watering, careful pruning, mulch, and any recommended fungicides or insecticides can all help with survival.

It depends on the problem, the affected part of the tree, the risk of the pathogen spreading, and the overall health of your tree. Many diseases, fungal infections, and insect infestations can be successfully treated, especially if the issue is only in a few branches. However, if a disease is too widespread, too severe, too easily spread, or in the roots, the tree will likely need to be removed.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

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