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S & H Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Santa Ysabel, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Sal and his crew provided excellent service. He shows a particular concern for the overall health of the tree, and uses his skill as a certified Arborist to assess where the tree is in its life cycle, what particular stresses or diseases it may be presently subject to, and recommends a course of action which is best for the tree's continued health and survival. He also pays particular care to any wildlife which might be nesting in the tree at the time.
I would recommend Sal's company (S & H Tree Service) to anyone and everyone. I will call no other man for the job, and intend to use him exclusively from now on.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Serjio Stump Service and Trimming
5.0(
13
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Serving Santa Ysabel, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Credit card accepted

"Sergio the owner urgency to my needs was amazing. I will be hiring him again with all my tree service needs . The cost of his services is very reasonable and affordable. Thanks Sergio."
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Pope Tree Service
4.9(
34
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Serving Santa Ysabel, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

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Credit card accepted

"This was the 2nd time we have had our trees trimmed by Pope. Excellent customer service and they did an outstanding iob, again. I can't say enough, the trees look great and everything was cleaned up."
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Green Care Companies, Inc.
4.6(
78
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Serving Santa Ysabel, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Credit card accepted

"Great find. I hired Fil and Green Care to trim two queen palms that make a mess every September. The price was what it should be from past experience, and I'd had two bids far higher. When they arrived, they declined as the trees were diseased and dangerous. He explained the problem, and the risk, and encouraged me to shop around after giving me a price. His were low moderate for these very tall trees, according to three pricing websites for average cost. I'm glad I hired them. First, they are honest, good people, and communicate well. Second the trees were removed safely, and they cleaned up excellently. I will call them for all my tree needs in future, as I ihave a canyon side that sometimes needs attention."
Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Top Notch Tree Care, Inc.
4.3(
275
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Serving Santa Ysabel, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exceptional tree care service! From start to finish we were impressed. We had a variety of 10 palms, and a Bauhinia (Hong Kong Orchid Tree) trimmed. Some of the palms are over 20ft tall. We also had a Eucalyptus tree, two palm trees, and a 25-year-old, huge 10ft.x3ft Ficus hedge removed. Darren and his crew are friendly, professional, conscientious, fast and efficient. Loved working with Darren and his lead man Jr. We have had our trees worked on numerous times in the last 10-years and no one has come close to the quality of work of Top-Notch!"
Monterey Pine Tree Removal
Freshly trimmed Brazilian Pepper
Fruitless Mulberry
Removing several eucalyptus trees
Italian Stone Pine

+121

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Down Under Services
4.4(
303
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Serving Santa Ysabel, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The initial visit from Rob was great. He accommodated an early time to provide a verbal estimate. After that, I was disappointed as the job was not completed within the expected time frame (2-wks), and initial attempts to follow-up were unsuccessful. With some persistence in calling, Rob finally did arrive to complete the job. The results were terrific so far, hopefully the lawn and yard will look even better with his continued efforts."
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Arborists 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.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.

While the fastest way to kill a tree is to simply cut it down, there are several other methods to choose from. You should hire a professional tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure your personal and property safety. Some slower but effective options include treating or grinding the tree stump or using a basal bark treatment. 

Finding a reliable arborist starts with researching specialists in your area and checking their licensing and certifications. Use online resources like the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to conduct research on each company. Next, contact the arborist and ask the following questions to see whether they are the right fit for your project:

  • Do you handle or specialize in dealing with the issue I’m having?

  • Are you fully insured?

  • Do you have customer references I can call?

  • Do you have any third-party certifications?

  • What equipment and strategies do you plan to use?

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