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Avatar for Roper Tree Surgeon and Landscaping
Roper Tree Surgeon and Landscaping
4.8(
21
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Best Tree Service I've ever had. Prompt, extremely responsive, emailed photos right after job completed, fair pricing, and the clean up after the work was finished was exemplary. Strongly sugest you give Willliam a try for your next landscaping tree or shrub trimming job or general landscaping. He's great!, and friendly and professional!"
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Golden Oaks Tree Care
5.0(
33
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I recently brought in Golden Oaks Tree Care to remove a 25-foot Canary Island Pine, grind out the stump, and trim a nearby palm tree, and the entire experience exceeded my expectations. Reynaldo, Bernardo, and their team handled the project with impressive skill and professionalism from start to finish. What really stood out was their attention to detail and safety. The stump was ground down a full 8 to 10 inches, and they took careful precautions to avoid any contact with my irrigation lines or underground utilities. Their precision with the grinder made the whole process much cleaner and safer than traditional excavation methods. The palm trimming was just as neatly executed. Beyond the technical work, this crew knows how to put homeowners at ease. I’ll admit I was initially nervous about the project, but their calm, organized approach instantly helped me relax. They were incredibly patient, answering every question I threw at them (even the unconventional ones) with clear feedback."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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MG Landscape
4.4(
220
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the quick response from Marvin the owner. I had a big tree fall over from the wind and needed another big tree taken out and my palm trees trimmed. They came out the next day and did all the work I needed done. They were very professional and did the work fast and did an excellent job. I would recommend them to everyone."
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Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Evergreen Tree Enterprise, Inc.
4.7(
26
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The boss and workers were professional and cleaned up their mess of tree branches. They took the two dead trees out easily without having to climb either one. It took them 45 minutes from start to finish and I paid $800. A good deal for Evergreen."
Lift trucks
Clean up
Wood Hauling
Response time11 hrs
Response rate92%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unique Landscape
4.9(
12
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did an excellent job. The trees look great. You can tell they know what they are doing by the finished product. Neat work, no mess left behind. Best pruning we have ever received during our 8 years living in the CV."
Extended paver patio
OverSeeding
New gravel river rock and landscape lights
Landscape enhancement shadow hills Rv resort
Concrete patio

+42

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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HLI Tree Services Inc
3.9(
393
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend HLI Tree Experts! Within 1 hour of contacting HomeAdvisor, Leonard, from HLI, called and arrived to give me an estimate for the work I wanted done. We negotiated a price and they came out first thing in the morning on the very next day. Carlos and his crew were professional, efficient are very knowledgeable arborists. After they arrived, we negotiated a price for additional work that we wanted done. The reason I am not giving them 5 stars is because we had planned on paying with our credit card (HLI's business card states that they accept VISA) but were told they only accept credit cards from commercial accounts. Other than the credit card issue, we were very pleased with their work."
Few thousand trees
Crane work
Response time9 hrs
172 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Green Life Landscape Inc.
5.0(
10
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve been at our house for 13 years and in that time have gone through 5 different landscaping companies. Green Life Landscape is our preferred landscaping company, we’ve been using them for about 3 years now and we are very happy with their service. The time and the care Jose and his team provide during each visit is really appreciated. I love getting home from work on landscaping day and seeing the lawn freshly cut and the flowers and shrubs looking on point."
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
Vegetation removal & application of herbicide.
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+1

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vasquez Landscape Management Inc
4.7(
11
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Manny installed a mister in my patio. There was some unforeseen problems, and he handled them, engaging in due diligence and acted professionally throughout the process..His communication with me was excellent. I would hire him for any home project. He is very knowledgeable, a pleasure to work with."
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41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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Nature's Tree Service
4.9(
8
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Serving Palm Desert, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This would be my second time using their service, Excellent job!! Great crew, very professional with the right equipment I would definitely recommend them. • Reasonable prices Great job!! Thanks again Tom C"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

A tree growing close to a house can pose several risks, but removal isn't always the only or best solution. Potential problems include roots growing into the foundation and causing structural cracks, branches damaging the roof or promoting moss growth, and debris clogging gutters, which can lead to water damage. Trees can also provide access for pests and encourage mold. However, a small, healthy tree may not be a problem, and for larger, established trees, strategic trimming can be a cheaper and more beneficial alternative to removal. It is generally recommended to take action for trees within 10 to 20 feet of your home, especially if they are unhealthy or encroaching. Your best bet is to consult a professional arborist who can assess the specific situation and provide expert advice.

When a palm tree no longer produces new fronds and old fronds start turning yellow-brown, that’s a sign the tree is dying. However, transplanted palm trees can show these signs for the first several months as they re-establish themselves. It’s best to keep watering and not give up on the palm tree until a couple of seasons have passed and you’re sure it’s not coming back to life.

Since summer is a busy time for tree companies, the cheapest time of year to remove a tree is during the winter. February and March are typically the prime time to hire a tree removal pro, and some homeowners living in colder climates can save around 20% off services. It depends on location and the company, but you can always shop around for the best deal.

There are several signs that may indicate a tree needs to be cut down. These include visible damage to the trunk or branches, a hollow trunk, extensive storm damage, or a significant lean to one side. Other warning signs are pest infestations or the tree growing too close to a house, power lines, or other structures. It is best to hire a professional arborist to inspect the tree, as they can determine if it can be saved or if removal is necessary.

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. 

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