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Johnson's Tree Care Inc

4.91(
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Johnson's Tree Care Inc

4.91(
394
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 years of experience

A family owned and operated company, Johnson's Tree Care Inc. Has proudly served the San Francisco bay area for over 25 years. We are licensed by the CSLB of California (Lic# 1007582) and are fully bonded, insured and guarantee all our work and services. With industry experts on staff, including an ISA Certified Arborist, we are a company that cares about you and your tree service needs.

"Johnsons Tree Care did outstanding work on my relatively small job. Kevin and Adam were experienced, professional and detail-oriented. Many tree companies would not accept such a small job, but Johnsons Tree Care staff really want to help, and take great pride in their work! I highly recommend them for any tree service needs you have! "

Diane R on October 2025

A family owned and operated company, Johnson's Tree Care Inc. Has proudly served the San Francisco bay area for over 25 years. We are licensed by the CSLB of California (Lic# 1007582) and are fully bonded, insured and guarantee all our work and services. With industry experts on staff, including an ISA Certified Arborist, we are a company that cares about you and your tree service needs.

"Johnsons Tree Care did outstanding work on my relatively small job. Kevin and Adam were experienced, professional and detail-oriented. Many tree companies would not accept such a small job, but Johnsons Tree Care staff really want to help, and take great pride in their work! I highly recommend them for any tree service needs you have! "

Diane R on October 2025


"We hire Geico Builder to handle our home renovation, including updates to the kitchen and bathroom, and the whole experience was fantastic. The team was professional, organized, and easy to communicate with from start to finish. They showed great attention to detail, stayed on schedule, and made sure everything turned out exactly how we envisioned it. Our kitchen looks stunning, the new bathroom layout is so much more functional, and the bedrooms feel brand new. It's rare to find contractors who combine quality work with honesty and reliability, but Geico Builders delivered on all fronts. Highly recommend them for any home remodeling project."

Megan A on November 2025

Geico Builders specializes in reliable home remodeling backed by accountability, skilled craftsmanship, training and a workmanship warranty you can trust. Our most upstanding quality is excellent service we provide to our customers.

"We hire Geico Builder to handle our home renovation, including updates to the kitchen and bathroom, and the whole experience was fantastic. The team was professional, organized, and easy to communicate with from start to finish. They showed great attention to detail, stayed on schedule, and made sure everything turned out exactly how we envisioned it. Our kitchen looks stunning, the new bathroom layout is so much more functional, and the bedrooms feel brand new. It's rare to find contractors who combine quality work with honesty and reliability, but Geico Builders delivered on all fronts. Highly recommend them for any home remodeling project."

Megan A on November 2025


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Juarez Tree Service

4.93(
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Juarez Tree Service

4.93(
42
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Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Juarez Tree Service is committed to excellence in 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.

"Communicative, timely, and excellent work for a great price."

Stephanie C on October 2025

Juarez Tree Service is committed to excellence in 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.

"Communicative, timely, and excellent work for a great price."

Stephanie C on October 2025


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Legacy Tree Service, LLC

4.91(
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Legacy Tree Service, LLC

4.91(
153
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
27 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Prompt arrival. Didn't leave a mess"

Christine D on January 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Prompt arrival. Didn't leave a mess"

Christine D on January 2025


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Green Lane Tree Services Inc

4.98(
57
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Green Lane Tree Services Inc

4.98(
57
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Franklin has a strong passion for helping his clients with their needs. With over 10+ years of experience, his work includes dealing with tree removal, pruning, and specializes in hazardous trees. Whatever your tree needs are, Franklin will ensure the the quality of work is provided to improve the landscape of this client.

"Outstanding! Safety was their first concern. Crew was Covid Compliant 100% of the time on site. Impressive teamwork: each crew member supported one another. They protected our shrubs, furniture and hardscape, and immediately swept what little debris landed in the pool. Started on time at 8:30 AM and finished leaf blowing and final clean up at 2:00 PM. Tremendous value. Refreshingly professional."

Mike S on May 2020

Franklin has a strong passion for helping his clients with their needs. With over 10+ years of experience, his work includes dealing with tree removal, pruning, and specializes in hazardous trees. Whatever your tree needs are, Franklin will ensure the the quality of work is provided to improve the landscape of this client.

"Outstanding! Safety was their first concern. Crew was Covid Compliant 100% of the time on site. Impressive teamwork: each crew member supported one another. They protected our shrubs, furniture and hardscape, and immediately swept what little debris landed in the pool. Started on time at 8:30 AM and finished leaf blowing and final clean up at 2:00 PM. Tremendous value. Refreshingly professional."

Mike S on May 2020


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Cinthya's Landscaping

4.97(
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Cinthya's Landscaping

4.97(
72
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputationand that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"Yes he was the only one who knew how to fix my water that wouldn’t turn on. He is very efficient, polite, on time and knowledgeable. Guaranteed that I would hire him again. "

JANE K on June 2025

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputationand that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

"Yes he was the only one who knew how to fix my water that wouldn’t turn on. He is very efficient, polite, on time and knowledgeable. Guaranteed that I would hire him again. "

JANE K on June 2025


Castaneda Grading & Excavating

5.00(
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Castaneda Grading & Excavating

5.00(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Over 4 years experience, started business last year, always on time, good communicator, detail-oriented, 100% customer satisfaction 6-5 M-Saturday

"Great team ang excellent work"

Mike w on October 2024

Over 4 years experience, started business last year, always on time, good communicator, detail-oriented, 100% customer satisfaction 6-5 M-Saturday

"Great team ang excellent work"

Mike w on October 2024


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Smart Window Cleaning

4.62(
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Smart Window Cleaning

4.62(
222
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
53 years of experience

Smart Window Cleaning and Home Services are residential window cleaning and home service specialists since 1973 offering gutter cleaning, power washing and move in or out house cleaning as well as window cleaning. We are Diamond Certified and have been rated #1 by Consumer Checkbook Magazine in the Bay Area and for the last 9 years

"I appreciate the reasonable rates for a comprehensive and extensive window and screen cleaning. Wellington went straight to work and provided a thorough cleaning of windows, sliding glass doors and skylights and screens. Thank you Smart Window Cleaning!"

Marlene P on April 2025

Smart Window Cleaning and Home Services are residential window cleaning and home service specialists since 1973 offering gutter cleaning, power washing and move in or out house cleaning as well as window cleaning. We are Diamond Certified and have been rated #1 by Consumer Checkbook Magazine in the Bay Area and for the last 9 years

"I appreciate the reasonable rates for a comprehensive and extensive window and screen cleaning. Wellington went straight to work and provided a thorough cleaning of windows, sliding glass doors and skylights and screens. Thank you Smart Window Cleaning!"

Marlene P on April 2025


"If you’re searching for a reliable tree service to trim your redwood trees beautifully, I wholeheartedly recommend ExTREEme Tree Experts! Their five-star quality and commitment to excellence truly stands out. I consider myself fortunate to have found Danny and his dedicated crew. Just a week before, another tree service I had contracted with suddenly backed out in favor of a larger project, basically putting me on the back burner for another two weeks. I discovered ExTREEme Tree Experts through Angie’s List, and Danny quickly visited my home to offer a quote that was even more affordable than the initial company I had engaged. My redwood trees now look healthier and more vibrant, adding beauty to my yard. Additionally, he trimmed a leaning crêpe myrtle that was encroaching on my backyard fence, restoring its upright stance. Thank you, Danny for the excellent work. I will continue to use your services to ensure my trees remain stunning and healthy for many years to come."

Lawrence P on November 2025

With over 50 years combined experience in the industry, my partner and I are a great team. Our focus is getting the job done safely and efficiently to customer satisfaction. Tree Trimming and Removal Services

"If you’re searching for a reliable tree service to trim your redwood trees beautifully, I wholeheartedly recommend ExTREEme Tree Experts! Their five-star quality and commitment to excellence truly stands out. I consider myself fortunate to have found Danny and his dedicated crew. Just a week before, another tree service I had contracted with suddenly backed out in favor of a larger project, basically putting me on the back burner for another two weeks. I discovered ExTREEme Tree Experts through Angie’s List, and Danny quickly visited my home to offer a quote that was even more affordable than the initial company I had engaged. My redwood trees now look healthier and more vibrant, adding beauty to my yard. Additionally, he trimmed a leaning crêpe myrtle that was encroaching on my backyard fence, restoring its upright stance. Thank you, Danny for the excellent work. I will continue to use your services to ensure my trees remain stunning and healthy for many years to come."

Lawrence P on November 2025


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Golden Gutters Cleaning and Garden Services

4.68(
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Golden Gutters Cleaning and Garden Services

4.68(
34
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Golden Gutters Cleaning and Garden Services service is gutter and Garden company serving Peninsula area. Golden Gutter Cleaning & Garden services will complete your project on time and on budget- guaranteed we do gutter cleaning , installation, repair and complete garden service. We are a family owned business. We speak bilingual English & Spanish.

"Their service was super detailed and they have proactively reached out to continue service. Very professional and so nice"

Leslie D on November 2022

Golden Gutters Cleaning and Garden Services service is gutter and Garden company serving Peninsula area. Golden Gutter Cleaning & Garden services will complete your project on time and on budget- guaranteed we do gutter cleaning , installation, repair and complete garden service. We are a family owned business. We speak bilingual English & Spanish.

"Their service was super detailed and they have proactively reached out to continue service. Very professional and so nice"

Leslie D on November 2022

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can build a pergola yourself or with a helper after you obtain any necessary building permits. A pergola can be as simple or complex as you like. Building a pergola is an excellent way to showcase your DIY skills and learn new ones along the way.

It’s best to opt for a lightweight roof, as a heavy roof adds a lot of weight and pressure to the support posts and hardware and destabilizes the structure. Vinyl is a good, lightweight option, as is a nice open trellis, louvered aluminum or vinyl slats, or fabric panels. Clear polycarbonate is another great option that offers seamless shelter and additional UV protection without completely obscuring the sunshine. You can also choose retractable coverings or an awning that you only use in wet weather or when you need additional shade.

For optimal sun exposure, strategically place your trellises along the northern boundary of your garden bed or adjacent to a fence or wall. Conversely, consider situating the trellises on the southern side in sun-drenched locales to create soothing shade for heat-sensitive plants, effectively screening and sheltering them from the scorching summer sun.

You can install exposed solid wood beams for between $6 and $80 per linear foot, but these beams are often decorative if you’re retrofitting an existing home with them. Laminated veneer lumber beams, more commonly called LVL beams, cost $3 to $12 per linear foot, and while they can’t span nearly as long of a distance as steel I-beams, they can provide more open spaces than traditional wooden beams.

Pergolas and similar overhead outdoor structures will typically be subject to building code regulations. Every municipality is different, and some may have specs or permit requirements, so it’s important to double-check. Some HOAs may also have restrictions on what you can build, so be sure to check with your HOA as well (if applicable).

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