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Avatar for P&J Tree Service Inc
P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
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Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose came to give us an estimate in one day and his crew completed the work the next day. We had a few estimates and P & J was the best price. Another company told us they were booking a month out. P & J did our job the next day. Prompt, courteous service and they didn’t leave any mess. Very pleased with how nice our trees look and we will have less falling leaves to clean up this Fall."
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+24

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Superior Tree Service Inc
4.9(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team was professional, efficient, and careful to ensure everything was done safely. They arrived on time, worked quickly, and cleaned up thoroughly afterward. The entire process was smooth from start to finish, and their pricing was very reasonable. I highly recommend Superior Tree Service for anyone in need of tree services!"
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+23

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Lane Tree Services Inc
4.8(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was a big job, the trees were probably over 30 ft tall and horribly overgrown and intertwined. They did a wonderful job and cleaned everything and replaced my statues leaving my yard emasculate. The price was what I expected and worth it. Very nice people, I will be calling them again for some more work next spring."
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+11

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hercules Tree Service and Landscape Construction
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This crew was very professional and respectful of our property. Not a tree limb hit the ground that wasn’t tied off and gently placed where it was suppose to be. Untied and carried out to the shredder. Clean up and replaced moved lawn furniture complete after tree was trimmed. Definatly will hire again!"
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+8

Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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R & C Specialties, Ltd. dba Horticultural Services, Ltd.
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+3 more

Serving Orinda, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Customers say: Quality work

"No more than 5 minutes after I had submitted an inquiry to Horticultural Services, I was contacted by Chris. From the moment I spoke to him I could tell he was a professional. Him and his team showed up precisely on time, and took the utmost care in trimming large overhanging branches. The quality of work, timeliness, communication, and professionalism were impressive enough to encourage this review. They also are very fair with their cost and services. I would highly recommend Horticultural Services, and Chris, to anyone who needs tree or yard service. They will be my first, and only call for my future needs moving forward."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

A chainsaw is the best tool to cut down a tree, but you may also use a handsaw or ax. You may also want to use a lopper or pole saw to remove limbs before cutting down the tree. Wear chainsaw chaps and protective gear, including eyewear and earplugs if you use a chainsaw. Again, if you’re unsure about how to use this tool, this project may be one to skip.

Finding a reliable arborist starts with researching specialists in your area and checking their licensing and certifications. Use online resources like the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to conduct research on each company. Next, contact the arborist and ask the following questions to see whether they are the right fit for your project:

  • Do you handle or specialize in dealing with the issue I’m having?

  • Are you fully insured?

  • Do you have customer references I can call?

  • Do you have any third-party certifications?

  • What equipment and strategies do you plan to use?

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

Trees naturally want to grow upward, so one may straighten all by itself, though this only comes into play when a tree is leaning just a small amount. For trees growing into an awkward position or those leaning heavily in one direction, the above steps are necessary to ensure the tree gets back on the right path. This also holds true for trees planted in a spot with unstable soil.

If you’re wondering whether you can plant a tree where the stump was removed, know that the soil conditions won’t be ideal, so you should avoid it. The soil beneath the previous tree will likely be depleted of nutrients, plus there may be roots left behind that will seriously hinder the growth of a new tree. Also, if you use salt or other chemical solutions to kill the stump, these can linger in the soil for months or even years and prevent healthy growth. It’s best to choose a different spot that’s at least three feet away for a new tree, or wait at least a year and thoroughly amend the soil before you plant.

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