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Silva Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had a great experience with Silva Tree Service. We called around for a few quotes to get some large trees cut back that weâ re hanging over onto our property from a neighbors house. Silva was available same day and for a very reasonable price. Very nice and professional and would hi hi my recommend them."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
101 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Roper Tree Surgeon and Landscaping
4.8(
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Serving Riverside, 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 by65%of homeowners
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Ezra Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They removed my neighbors tree that blew over in the high winds. I showed them my tree damaged. They gave me a price and offered to remove it and grind the stump. They were honest, trustworthy and prompt. They left no mesz. They cleaned up after themselves. Thank you!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Forest Tree Care Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with the service offered. Jaime was prompt to provide a quote that was very reasonable and go started on the job immediately. The entire crew was very professional and the trimming was performed exactly as requested. After finishing they cleaned the area very nicely. I will definitely use again and refer them to anyone that asks."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Rivera Tree Service Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed two palm trees removed down to their roots. Rivera Tree Service gave us a very good quote with a detailed description of the work they would do. They arrived on time, and did exactly as they said they would. They did an excellent job of removing the two palm trees- our front yard looks excellent. I highly recommend them!"
Palm Tree Trimming
Tree Removal
Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trees Unlimited, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving Riverside, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Jim in early May to have clearing of limbs that were within 10 feet of my home. There were quite a few big oaks that had to have some major limbs removed and I was quite worried that they did not damage my new deck and parts of the house. Jim was recommended for me by a timber logger I knew and that is why I phoned him in the first place. Jim proved to have both a good sense of humor but also a great group of workers who handled the job professionally and with great care. Being so busy, I had to wait over 3 months before he and crew could do the work. Both my wife and I are very happy with the quality of work and the cleanup. I highly recommend this business."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If you’re taking down a tree that you don’t suspect is affected by disease or pests and it’s nowhere near your home or other structures, then calling in a tree company should work fine. However, anything more involved means an arborist is a better option. These pros have years of experience with tree removal and can safely take down trees located next to structures, and they have the tools, sanitization equipment, and experience to remove sick or dying trees without infecting nearby trees. 

Not all leaning trees are dangerous, but they can be a hazard as gravity may eventually cause them to fall. A key factor is whether the lean is new or has been present for a long time. Trees that have grown with a lean for years are not typically an immediate danger, but a sudden lean is a cause for concern as it often indicates weakening roots. If a tree is leaning more than 15% from vertical, you should consider having it straightened or transplanted. To be safe, it's always best to hire a professional arborist to inspect any leaning tree to assess the risk and avoid potential accidents.

For safety reasons, leaning trees are best removed by a professional, as they may often tear away from the hinge, causing you to lose control over where the tree falls. If you choose to cut down a tree leaning slightly, avoid cutting off root protrusions before you start. Make your hinge a little longer than usual by cutting it deeper (up to 30% of the diameter) and applying a wedge into the felling cut on the side the tree is leaning. Stand away from the direction the tree leans while making your felling cut.

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.

Using Epsom salt to kill a tree stump typically takes between six and 12 months. While this may seem like a long time, it is significantly faster than the natural decomposition process, which can take up to seven years. This method is a viable DIY option for stumps that do not pose an immediate hazard. If you need a faster solution, you can hire a professional for stump removal or grinding, though this may cause more damage to the surrounding ground.

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