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Avatar for P&J Tree Service Inc
P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
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Serving San Mateo, 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

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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JMV Tree Service
4.9(
92
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The most professional tree service i have encountered. Juan called me throughout the project, always informed me of changes, he is thorough and very hard working and professional. I highly recommend him."
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Redwood tree
Redwood tree

+9

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Jake's Landscaping & Tree Services
4.7(
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jakes Tree Service guys were on time and very professional and respectful for other people s property. They cleaned up all debris. They did the job in a timely manner to our expectations. They were reasonably priced. I would use and recommend Jakes Tree Service again."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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GP Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"We have used GP Tree Service for a few years now starting in 2020. They always provide a competitive quote, perform the service quickly and professionally, provide outstanding guidance and recommendations. We refer all our neighbors to them. We even use them for our neighborhood association."
Response time2 days
91 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bama's Tree Care, Inc
4.3(
101
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bama's Tree Care did an excellent and thorough job on two of my trees. My tree overhangs the neighbor's yard. They were very careful to place plastic and 8x4 boards on the neighbor's new deck to protect the deck. Also placed the boards to protect my windows. The owner, Oscar, was calm, professional, and I would highly recommend hiring him. Good price, cleanup, and easy to work with."
death cypress
death cypress
death cypress
death cypress
cavities

+8

Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
4.6(
23
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Serving San Mateo, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was contacted by Eli just after I put a request for prices to do the above work. He made an appointment for the next morning. After I made the decision to hire him, he started the work on the following Monday. He removed two 60 ft. trees. He and his crew were extremely organized and efficient with their time. Trees were removed along with all debris. The cleanup of the both front and backyards were great. I would highly recommend him for work and plan on having him back to prune fruit trees at the proper time."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Leaving the tree stump and letting it rot is never a good idea, as this leads to insect infestations and other frustrations. Additionally, decomposing trunks are at risk for diseases that spread out to the remaining plants and trees in the yard, thus ruining your whole outdoor aesthetic. It's usually best to remove the stump at the same time you remove the tree.

Unless there’s some sort of rule in your community’s homeowners’ association that requires you to remove a stump, there’s no law that says you have to take it out. If you’re not wedded to the idea of removing it, there are plenty of ways to get creative with this tree remnant. Using the stump as the medium for a wood carving or turning it into a planter are just two examples of ways to repurpose a tree stump.

Palm trees are unique in that their roots don't grow straight down; they grow horizontally. Typically, palm tree roots go down between 12 and 36 inches deep. The roots grow far and wide from the base of the palm tree to absorb as much water and soil nutrients as possible. In addition, the horizontal roots are also very strong—keeping palm trees stable and helping them sway during storms.

Trees should be pruned every two to five years, depending on its age and type. Young trees should be inspected and pruned every two to three years. Mature trees should be inspected and trimmed every three to five years, and fruit trees should be pruned annually with a careful eye on seasonal growth. Evergreens typically don’t need pruning, unless branches or limbs are damaged, diseased, or harboring pests.

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

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