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THE BRANCH

4.97(
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THE BRANCH

4.97(
167
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

We offer Tree pruning (crown cleaning & restoration, crown reduction, safety trim, thinning/shaping), tree removal, hedge trim/removal, stump grinding, brush chipping, landscape services, and free wood and mulch when available. The Branch is State Licensed (#619549). For your complete protection The Branch is fully insured, which includes General Liability Insurance, Commercial Auto Insurance, and Workers Compensation insurance. We are committed to providing professional work along with reasonable prices. In the early 1980's Derek Long worked for a reputable landscape company, then in 1986 he branched out on his own and started doing tree work and then became State Licensed in 1991, and when he incorporated in 2011 he became President and CEO of The Branch. Derek is a Certified Arborist and Certified Tree Worker, and he looks forward to providing tree service within our community for many years to come. Beginning at an early age, Trevor Long was raking leaves and dragging brush for his dad. Later on he began climbing trees and learning the trade. His passion for tree work grew and Trevor is now a Certified Arborist and an experienced Certified Tree Worker. Trevor has also earned a bachelor's degree (Cal-State University San Marcos) and is Vice-President of The Branch. Derek and Trevor are a father and son team and are certified in CPR, Aerial Rescue, and First Aid. It is their goal to continue providing excellent service within our community while working together as a team. For those of you who are our repeat customers, we thank you, and for those of you who are considering hiring us for the first time, we invite you to give us a try!!

"Excellent! The team showed up on time, explained the procedure to me, confirmed what I wanted done & price. The job was done faster than I expected, and they left the mulch at my request. I'd give them more stars if it was possible!"

Mary S on October 2024

We offer Tree pruning (crown cleaning & restoration, crown reduction, safety trim, thinning/shaping), tree removal, hedge trim/removal, stump grinding, brush chipping, landscape services, and free wood and mulch when available. The Branch is State Licensed (#619549). For your complete protection The Branch is fully insured, which includes General Liability Insurance, Commercial Auto Insurance, and Workers Compensation insurance. We are committed to providing professional work along with reasonable prices. In the early 1980's Derek Long worked for a reputable landscape company, then in 1986 he branched out on his own and started doing tree work and then became State Licensed in 1991, and when he incorporated in 2011 he became President and CEO of The Branch. Derek is a Certified Arborist and Certified Tree Worker, and he looks forward to providing tree service within our community for many years to come. Beginning at an early age, Trevor Long was raking leaves and dragging brush for his dad. Later on he began climbing trees and learning the trade. His passion for tree work grew and Trevor is now a Certified Arborist and an experienced Certified Tree Worker. Trevor has also earned a bachelor's degree (Cal-State University San Marcos) and is Vice-President of The Branch. Derek and Trevor are a father and son team and are certified in CPR, Aerial Rescue, and First Aid. It is their goal to continue providing excellent service within our community while working together as a team. For those of you who are our repeat customers, we thank you, and for those of you who are considering hiring us for the first time, we invite you to give us a try!!

"Excellent! The team showed up on time, explained the procedure to me, confirmed what I wanted done & price. The job was done faster than I expected, and they left the mulch at my request. I'd give them more stars if it was possible!"

Mary S on October 2024


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Five Star Tree Care, Inc.

4.82(
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Five Star Tree Care, Inc.

4.82(
347
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

We at Five Star Tree Care, Inc. focus on quality tree services over quantity. We use our 10 years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Great communication and competitive pricing."

C W on March 2024

We at Five Star Tree Care, Inc. focus on quality tree services over quantity. We use our 10 years of experience and expertise to complete your project with perfection. Customer service and honesty are the most important aspects of our business and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

"Great communication and competitive pricing."

C W on March 2024


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New Green Earth Tree Care

4.95(
48
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New Green Earth Tree Care

4.95(
48
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Customers say: Quick response
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Great job! Very professional. Work was done safely and efficiently considering the limited access and the high height of the trees. Cleanup was excellent. Full work crew provided for quick work. Trimmer was arborist and knew how to properly trim. Very through job! Fair competitive price. Will use again!"

Carl W on July 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Great job! Very professional. Work was done safely and efficiently considering the limited access and the high height of the trees. Cleanup was excellent. Full work crew provided for quick work. Trimmer was arborist and knew how to properly trim. Very through job! Fair competitive price. Will use again!"

Carl W on July 2025


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Gutierrez Tree Service, Inc.

4.91(
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Gutierrez Tree Service, Inc.

4.91(
43
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

Gutierrez Tree Service Inc is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 20 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"The job was done efficiently and professionally to my delight"

Paul B on September 2025

Gutierrez Tree Service Inc is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 20 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"The job was done efficiently and professionally to my delight"

Paul B on September 2025


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Lopez Tree Care, Inc.

4.89(
76
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Lopez Tree Care, Inc.

4.89(
76
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience in Tree Service and Lawn Care. We value honesty and integrity and stand behind our work. We specialize in both fall and spring clean-up projects, tree trimming, lacing, shaping, crown reduction and removal, and stump grinding. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call today!

"Olaf and his team did an amazing job trimming 4 large trees and 1 large wall of hedges on my property. His price was fair, his team was efficient and respectful, and the overall experience was great end to end. We also received multiple compliments from neighbors on the end result. Would recommend their services to anyone."

Shaun E on October 2022

We are a locally owned and operated company with over 20 years of industry experience in Tree Service and Lawn Care. We value honesty and integrity and stand behind our work. We specialize in both fall and spring clean-up projects, tree trimming, lacing, shaping, crown reduction and removal, and stump grinding. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Give us a call today!

"Olaf and his team did an amazing job trimming 4 large trees and 1 large wall of hedges on my property. His price was fair, his team was efficient and respectful, and the overall experience was great end to end. We also received multiple compliments from neighbors on the end result. Would recommend their services to anyone."

Shaun E on October 2022


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Brothers Landscape

4.67(
142
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Brothers Landscape

4.67(
142
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

Brothers Landscape is your landscaping for the San Diego area. Super Service Award Winners in 2014, 2015, and 2016! For faster service call 619 654-6887. We specialize in lawn installation, sprinklers installation, landscape maintenace, such as yard landscaping, garden landscaping, and many other residential landscaping services. Additional services: Seasonal maintenance, irrigation, soil rejuvenation & area preparation. sprinklers installation.

"My experience with Brothers was outstanding. Luis came over, gave me a bid, zero pressure, just let him know when I was ready. So I called him back, and he and his guys were over that afternoon. Luis left his workers, Leonardo and Gabriel and told me that they wouldn't leave until I was happy...I was thrilled, good guys who did a great job! The yard looked great, trimming and thinning and haul away, I will definitely use Brothers Landscaping in the future. Thanks for a great job, Luis!"

Anthony Peters p on September 2025

Brothers Landscape is your landscaping for the San Diego area. Super Service Award Winners in 2014, 2015, and 2016! For faster service call 619 654-6887. We specialize in lawn installation, sprinklers installation, landscape maintenace, such as yard landscaping, garden landscaping, and many other residential landscaping services. Additional services: Seasonal maintenance, irrigation, soil rejuvenation & area preparation. sprinklers installation.

"My experience with Brothers was outstanding. Luis came over, gave me a bid, zero pressure, just let him know when I was ready. So I called him back, and he and his guys were over that afternoon. Luis left his workers, Leonardo and Gabriel and told me that they wouldn't leave until I was happy...I was thrilled, good guys who did a great job! The yard looked great, trimming and thinning and haul away, I will definitely use Brothers Landscaping in the future. Thanks for a great job, Luis!"

Anthony Peters p on September 2025


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Golden Oaks Tree Care

5.00(
24
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Golden Oaks Tree Care

5.00(
24
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
Free onsite estimate

Professional and trustworthy Tree Service. Call or click today to schedule your free estimate! Golden Oaks Tree Care is your premier choice for tree services in Los Angeles. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch care for your trees, ensuring their health and beauty. With years of experience and a commitment to customer satisfaction, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today for all your tree service needs.

"Great. Thorough professionals."

Anyes V on November 2025

Professional and trustworthy Tree Service. Call or click today to schedule your free estimate! Golden Oaks Tree Care is your premier choice for tree services in Los Angeles. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch care for your trees, ensuring their health and beauty. With years of experience and a commitment to customer satisfaction, we stand out from the competition. Contact us today for all your tree service needs.

"Great. Thorough professionals."

Anyes V on November 2025


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Juan's Tree Service & Landscaping

4.86(
43
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Juan's Tree Service & Landscaping

4.86(
43
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Juan Tree Service & Landscaping gives you the top-quality landscaping services that you deserve. For more information about our services and pricing please feel free to call us. We serve in Oceanside, CA, Camp Pendleton North CA; Solana Beach CA; Camp Pendleton South CA; Valley Center CA; Lake San Marcos CA; and the surrounding areas. Landscape Designer, Mulching, Garden Landscape Design, Garden Maintenance Service, Complete Landscaping Service Professional Landscaping Service, Reliable Landscaping Service, Affordable Landscaping Service, Quality Landscaping Service, Trusted Landscaping Service, Preferred Landscaping Company, Flawless Landscaping Services For more information visit our website: http://mailto:[email protected]/

"Showed up on time, very courteous, gave a bid, did the work to my satisfaction, cleaned up the area. I would hire him again."

Judy K on December 2025

Juan Tree Service & Landscaping gives you the top-quality landscaping services that you deserve. For more information about our services and pricing please feel free to call us. We serve in Oceanside, CA, Camp Pendleton North CA; Solana Beach CA; Camp Pendleton South CA; Valley Center CA; Lake San Marcos CA; and the surrounding areas. Landscape Designer, Mulching, Garden Landscape Design, Garden Maintenance Service, Complete Landscaping Service Professional Landscaping Service, Reliable Landscaping Service, Affordable Landscaping Service, Quality Landscaping Service, Trusted Landscaping Service, Preferred Landscaping Company, Flawless Landscaping Services For more information visit our website: http://mailto:[email protected]/

"Showed up on time, very courteous, gave a bid, did the work to my satisfaction, cleaned up the area. I would hire him again."

Judy K on December 2025


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Wulfscape Inc.

5.00(
21
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Wulfscape Inc.

5.00(
21
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to Wulfscape! We’re a family-owned landscaping company with over 30 years of experience, founded by our dad Wulfrano (yep—that’s where the “Wulf” comes from). What started with a dream and a few tools has grown into a team of brothers( Diego, Erik, Samuel & Edgar) dedicated to creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces. We work with homeowners, property managers, and HOA, offering everything from regular maintenance to full landscape makeovers. Our goal is to give you options, flexibility, and results that bring lasting value & a smile when it’s all done!

"Very professional with excellent quality and results. Full clean up and haul away of all debris. Pricing was reasonable considering the amount of work performed. Would definitely use their services again. Would also recommend them to friends and neighbors."

Jill C on October 2025

Welcome to Wulfscape! We’re a family-owned landscaping company with over 30 years of experience, founded by our dad Wulfrano (yep—that’s where the “Wulf” comes from). What started with a dream and a few tools has grown into a team of brothers( Diego, Erik, Samuel & Edgar) dedicated to creating beautiful, functional outdoor spaces. We work with homeowners, property managers, and HOA, offering everything from regular maintenance to full landscape makeovers. Our goal is to give you options, flexibility, and results that bring lasting value & a smile when it’s all done!

"Very professional with excellent quality and results. Full clean up and haul away of all debris. Pricing was reasonable considering the amount of work performed. Would definitely use their services again. Would also recommend them to friends and neighbors."

Jill C on October 2025


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La Costa Tree Service & Maintenance, Inc.

4.75(
58
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La Costa Tree Service & Maintenance, Inc.

4.75(
58
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

La Costa Tree Service & Maintenance Inc. Is an elite full service tree company. La Costa focuses on its customer service which stands as the highest priority. Costumer satisfaction is our highest priority with the help of our experiences over the years. Give us a call, text or email today, and let us get started!

"La Costa tree service did a great job, the price was fair, they were prompt, professional and super nice! We will be using them going forward as well!"

Steve C on November 2025

La Costa Tree Service & Maintenance Inc. Is an elite full service tree company. La Costa focuses on its customer service which stands as the highest priority. Costumer satisfaction is our highest priority with the help of our experiences over the years. Give us a call, text or email today, and let us get started!

"La Costa tree service did a great job, the price was fair, they were prompt, professional and super nice! We will be using them going forward as well!"

Steve C on November 2025

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

The cost for a professional tree service runs anywhere between $200 and $760, depending on the size and type of the tree. It might also cost more if you live in a remote area or if the tree is difficult to access, though a pro might offer a discount if you have multiple trees to trim.

DIY is risky and not recommended for large trees; professional services ensure safe removal and proper disposal.

Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.

It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.

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