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Silverstone Landscaping & Tree Service
4.8(
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Silverton and his team did an absolutely amazing job on cutting our huge cypress trees and strawberry trees. It was an all day job and we couldn't be happier with their profession and expertise. They also made sure to clean up every bit of debris from our yard and our 3 neighbors yards! We will definitely hire them for future projects."
Landscaping - improvements
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+154

Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Crowder Tree Specialist
4.3(
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1940

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Best choice I made for my tree needs was hiring Crowder Tree Specialist ! They were Awesome ! Old school values ! Did an amazing job ... Worth every penny and when they were done ... There wasn't even a leaf left in my yard . I didn't have to clean up anything . These are the only people I will call for my Trees . Thank You Crowder Tree Specialist !"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Eucalyptus removal
Autumn Ginkgo tree
Pecan tree removal.

+3

Response time1 day
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Gil Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"This business deserves my highest recommendation. Joel is very knowledgeable about tree care, professional, punctual, conscientious, and his team leaves the worksite nicely cleaned after the work is done. I needed extensive tree work done twice by the company, at my property in Pacific Grove. Each time I have been very pleased with their excellent work and very reasonable prices."
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+70

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Bears Tree Services, Inc.
5.0(
36
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are extremely professional and good at what they do. They cut down 15 redwood trees that were growing too close to my house and charged very reasonable rates. They removed all the logs and restored our property before wrapping up the job. plan to hire them again. Highly recommended."
Redwood Safety Hazard Reduction
Redwood Safety Hazard Reduction
Redwood Safety Hazard Reduction
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+1

Response time1 day
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

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Emergency services offered

"Arturo and his assistant arrived on time and after talking about my yard needs, they got right to work and needless to say, my yard is transformed. I don't have any before pictures(too embarrassing) but my trees,shrubs and grass hasn't looked this since pre-Covid times."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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La Sirenita Tree Service
4.5(
130
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They gave me options and executed the scope of work I wanted. They mulched the tree and removed branches from the trimmed treed. At my request the put that material in a weedy side yard. Now that yard looks and smells great. The super shaggy Palm looks many ft taller now that it's all trimmed up. They went above and beyond by cleaning my roof and gutters of all the pine tree needles. I highly recommend their service."
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+1

Response time11 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pacific Landscaping & Tree Service, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job on cutting down some trees and bamboo and even cleaned up a pile of leaves etc. that wasn't in the contract. I have already hired them again!"
Demolition
Demolition
DEMOLITION
PAVERS INSTALLATION
PAVERS INSTALLATION

+19

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pacific Coast Trees
4.8(
6
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Pacific Coast Tree Service offers a wide range of eco-friendly tree services all with one goal in mind, complete customer satisfaction. Pacific Coast Tree Service is a full spectrum professional tree service company providing the highest quality of service to residential, commercial, and governmental clients throughout the greater Central Coast area.\nTrees are assets to your home and community, and deserve the best possible care. They provide shade, beauty and character to your home and yard.\nThe last thing you want is to cut down a treasured tree that doesn’t need to be removed. But a sick or damaged tree can be a danger to both your house and your family. As one of the Central Coast leaders in the arboriculture industry, the staff at Pacific Coast Tree Service are dedicated to protecting the health, beauty, and value of your trees.\nCall us today for a free estimate! Looking forward to going above and beyond on your project soon!

Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GM's Professional Tree Service
5.0(
2
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Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

GM's Professional Tree Services is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Cutting down a dead tree is always strongly advisable. Aside from being an eyesore, a dead tree can be extremely hazardous, especially when it’s near people or structures. Even if the tree isn’t near your home, it can still harbor pests and diseases that can potentially spread to nearby plants and homes.

Hiring an arborist costs around $900 on average, with prices ranging from $250 to $2,500 or more. Some arborists charge an hourly rate, typically between $100 and $350 per hour. The final cost depends on several factors, including the type of work, the number of trees, accessibility, and whether you hire an independent arborist or a larger tree service company. When hiring, you should also consider their experience and insurance coverage.

Below are some estimated costs for common arborist jobs:

  • Small tree removal: $300 to $500

  • Large tree removal: $500 to $2,000 or more

  • Tree health assessment: $150

  • Trimming a small tree: $75 to $200

  • Trimming a large tree: $150 to $400

  • Dealing with invasive species: $150 to $1,000 or more

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

Leaving a dead tree can expose your other trees to potential diseases, pests, and fungi, and it can also be a hazard. If your tree is dead, then you should hire a tree maintenance service to remove it. Cutting down trees is extremely dangerous, and a professional can ensure no one gets hurt and there is no damage to your property. Tree removal costs between $200 and $2,000 and will prevent future issues and keep you and your property safe.

It depends on the type of tree. Typically, late spring on the cusp of winter is ideal for trees about to emerge from dormancy and produce new buds. That said, late fall is ideal for certain deciduous trees prone to bleeding sap. Avoid trimming trees in early spring, when they’re prone to disease.

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