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Top-Rated Arborists in Santa Clara - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for P&J Tree Service Inc
P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Santa Clara, 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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
4.6(
23
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Acer Landscaping & Tree Care Inc is a professional company serving the entire Bay Area and East bay.\nTree service and landscaping has distinguish Acer from the very begining. We provide rigorous training in the most progressive methods used to preserve the safety and health of trees. Our staff use the best practices from International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) tree pruning standards to ensure safety and quality for every single tree. Removing trees is not an easy task. Specially big trees. It represents a challenge and it requires a highly trained personnel to protect your property and people. Give us a call for a free consultation with one of our expert arborists.\nFully Licensed & Insured!!!! 24/7 Emergency Services!! We do \nPavers\nPergolas\nSod\nArtificial Grass\nPutting Greens\nIrrigation\nFencing\nRetaining Walls\nFlag Stone\nPlanting\nTree Trimming\nTree Removal\nStump Grinding\nMulching\nGravel Installation\nClean ups\nand more!!!\n\n

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+58

Recommended by85%of homeowners
Aly's Tree Trimming Pruning & Yard Clean-Up
4.8(
351
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went like clockwork. Aly was prompt in coming out when contacted to provide an estimate. While the cost for cutting and hauling this very large pine was not inexpensive, it was reasonable given the size of the job and was within the parameters of other quotes I received. I was impressed with the many positive client reviews I read about Aly's Tree Trimming and the fact that the company was bonded, a certified Arborist, and licensed. Aly was able to get his crew over immediately after PG&E had finished their job of cutting near the high voltage lines. Aly has a large crew and they worked quickly and efficiently. Alex the foreman, did a wonderful job working with our difficult neighbor in handling the issues of working on the neighbors property. They cleaned up every day and when a small tree on the neighbor's property was damaged, they replaced the tree with a similar specimen. The crew were very professional and courteous. They avoided any damage to the two properties (other than the tree mentioned above). I would definitely use Aly's Tree Trimming again and would highly recommend it to other clients who are seeking the highest professionalism, and courtesy."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Landscaping Bay Area
Landscaping Bay Area
4.6(
117
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Landscaping Bay Area is a company located in Redwood City and Rocklin California. It was created back in 2005, and with my team we bring a combined experience of over 27 years. Landscaping Bay Area commercial and residential landscape services include landscape design & installation, landscape maintenance, irrigation installation, irrigation programming, irrigation repairs, seasonal planter bed color design & installation, tree care, tree removal and tree pruning. Our landscaping service area covers the following neighborhoods: Saratoga, Los Gatos, Burlingame, Belmont, San Mateo, San Carlos, Redwood City, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Los Altos, Portola Valley, Woodside plus areas in between. In placer Area: Rocklin, Roseville, Lincoln, plus areas in between.\nCall us today 650 537-7920

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+15

Recommended by88%of homeowners
Agri-Con Tree Care Professionals
4.4(
147
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+3 more

Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Customers say: Quick response

"The work crew showed up on time and did a very good job trimming the tree. The men do know proper tree care. They were very careful not to damage my roof, gutters or the surrounding bushes and plants. The price was high but I hired Walter and Mika because Walter is a certified arborist and a professional in whom I had confidence. I would have given 5 stars but the clean up could have been a little better. The workers blew some small twigs under my bushes instead of racking them up. It was nothing too objectionable but for what I paid I expected a more thorough clean up without having to check on what they did. I would have asked the foreman to clean up more thoroughly but I did not notice the small twigs until after the crew left."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by48%of homeowners
Avatar for GP Tree Service, Inc.
GP Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
12
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Welcome to GP Tree Service, the leading Tree Removal specialists serving San Jose and the surrounding areas. With over 5 years of experience in projects ranging from shrub removal to yard clean-ups, we look forward to earning your business. Call today for a free estimate! GP Tree Service is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
82 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Bama's Tree Care, Inc
Bama's Tree Care, Inc
4.3(
104
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I am 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!

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+8

Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for H3t0r Tree Service
H3t0r Tree Service
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

H3t0r Tree Service brings back the personal touch with 5 years of trusted expertise in professional tree care. Our mission is to protect and beautify your property while building lifetime client relationships through honest work and impeccable quality. As a locally owned business, your total satisfaction is our personal commitment. Contact us today to schedule your estimate!

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+21

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by16%of homeowners
Avatar for West Valley Tree Care
West Valley Tree Care
4.3(
6
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Santa Clara, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

West Valley Tree Care is your go-to tree service in the San Francisco Bay Area. Our expert team specializes in tree pruning and removal, as well as stump grinding. Whether you need assistance with your residential or commercial property, we have the skills and equipment to get the job done efficiently and safely. Contact us today for all your tree care needs.

Response time8 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to avoid pruning more than 25% of the tree’s canopy at one time. While pruning your tree is important, it’s possible to do it too often or to go too far. Again, this is why hiring a tree trimming pro to do the work is wise. However, if you do decide to DIY, going slow and trimming gradually is the name of the game.

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.

The best time to trim trees is in late fall through winter when the tree has slowed its growing for the year. Cold weather stops insects and fungal growth from attacking a new tree wound. Summer and fall are considered the worst times to trim trees, but it’s permissible in certain scenarios, such as tree disease, damaged branches, or small, aesthetic cuts.

Local tree removal prices range from $200 to $2,000 overall, but vary depending on:

  • Local cost of labor and supplies

  • Accessibility of the tree

  • Local laws regarding who is allowed to remove the tree

  • The species of the tree (softer woods are often easier to remove)

  • Local seasonal discounts for the off-season

If you’re wondering why tree trunks are painted white in your area, it’s usually to prevent sunscald, a condition where extreme shifts in temperature can cause tree bark to split. Fruit trees are especially vulnerable to sunscald, so this treatment is worth considering if it’s something that affects your trees.

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