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Avatar for ExTREEme Tree Experts
ExTREEme Tree Experts
5.0(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree TrimmingTree Removal+5 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"This is a great company, they did wonderful work ans even did a bit more than was asked of them. If you need tree work done HIRE them. Fair pricing ans excellent work. Pleasant and friendly the entire time they were working."
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+10

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
26
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"P&J does fantastic work. I am more than pleased. Joe is an arborist and has keen knowledge of trees, when and how they should be pruned and groomed or even removed. P&J removed three trees and many shrubs, pruning and shaping many other trees. Stump grinding was done to the removed trees. His crew of seven and himself showed up on time at 8am and they were done at 1130am. Amazing! They are licensed, bonded and insured."
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+24

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Urban Tree Care
5.0(
14
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the reason why I needed my trees trimmed. I have a fifty year old Ash tree. It was an unusual tree since it grew in a V-shaped manner. It was sixty feet tall and getting taller by the year. The older it got, the taller it grew and I was afraid that one day the two main branches will be so heavy that it will split itself in two and fall on my neighbor’s house hurting people inside. . I called Urban Tree Care and I was greeted by Lizet. She was friendly over the phone. I told her my situation and she said she will gladly have someone come to my house that weekend to inspect my tree. True to her word, that weekend a man named Heriberto came to my house. He looked at my tree and said nothing’s wrong with it. It’s perfectly healthy and it didn’t need any of his help. I told him about my concerns about my tree falling down so he suggested trimming the tree to lighten it up. I agreed. He also looked at my Walnut tree next to the Ash tree and suggested trimming that as well. He quoted me a price of $1,500.00 and I agreed. Later that day, Lizet called and scheduled an appointment for the team to do their work. . The team arrived on time. They came in a large dump truck with a woodchipper attached and a pickup truck. Heriberto was the team leader. He was the one who climbed the tree making the cuts as his four assistants were there gathering the branches and logs making it safe for him to do his job. They were a very efficient and professional team. They wore uniforms and hardhats. Heriberto used mountaineering gear to climb up the trees and with his chainsaw and ropes he made professional cuts. He used ropes to make sure the branches and logs come down on my property and not on my neighbor’s property. . Once they finished, both my Ash tree and Walnut tree looked great. By trimming the trees it allowed more light on my property and it really made me feel good. Urban Tree Care is a professional company and it was worth paying them the money. I will do business with them again."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Green Lane Tree Services Inc
4.8(
62
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving San Rafael, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great! The crew showed up right on time, spent nearly 3 hours trimming the tree (it is huge!) and cleaned up everything when done. Very professional and thorough. Highly recommend them!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

To ensure a smooth tree service project in San Rafael, research if permits are needed for large or protected trees and coordinate with utility companies if work is near power lines. Notify neighbors if branches cross property lines, and schedule work outside the rainy season and bird nesting periods. Protect nearby landscaping, arrange for parking, and clarify how debris will be removed to keep your property tidy.

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In San Rafael, tree service can impact underground utilities and home systems if roots are near water, gas, or septic lines. Watch for signs like slow drains, cracked pavement, or shifting patios, which may indicate root intrusion. Removing large trees can also change sunlight and moisture patterns, so you may need to adjust irrigation or landscaping to maintain healthy soil and plant growth.

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When hiring tree service pros in San Rafael, look for those with proper insurance and expertise in local species like coast live oaks and redwoods. Ensure they understand local fire prevention guidelines and permit requirements for heritage trees. Ask about their experience working near power lines and request references from nearby neighborhoods. Avoid contractors who demand full payment upfront or lack clear documentation.

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Completing tree service in San Rafael brings immediate fire safety by clearing flammable debris and reducing wildfire risk. Pruning also helps prevent storm damage and improves your property’s curb appeal. Over time, healthy trees can lower cooling costs, stabilize hillsides to prevent erosion, and maintain insurance eligibility. Regular care also supports native tree health and keeps power lines and walkways unobstructed for neighborhood safety.

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Signs that previous tree service in San Rafael may need correction include weak shoots from flat-topped cuts, unhealed stubs, or excessive thinning inside the canopy. Watch for clusters of suckers at the base, dead branch tips, or increased pest activity. If oaks were pruned outside the ideal November–March window, or if mushrooms are growing on trunks, a professional assessment is recommended.

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