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Top-Rated Tree service pros in Santee - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Adams Tree Care
Adams Tree Care
5.0(
28
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam is great. Quick with a quote - reasonable. HOA Board approved, and just finished the 2-day job yesterday. Professional, considerate, nice crew. Hope to have Adam and his crew come bi-annually to trim, so the property trees don't get so overgrown. Highly recommend!"
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lopez Tree Care, Inc.
4.8(
80
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Olaf and his team did an amazing job trimming 4 large trees and 1 large wall of hedges on my property. His price was fair, his team was efficient and respectful, and the overall experience was great end to end. We also received multiple compliments from neighbors on the end result. Would recommend their services to anyone."
Tree Removal
Tree removals
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Tree removals

+54

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Escobar Tree Services
5.0(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Have a 50 year-old Dollor Tree never been pruned Escobar tree trimming service arrived at 8 o’clock. We said our good mornings talked about the tree. They started work about 825. and they were done by 10:20. They did an amazing job. They cleaned up as they were working, you couldn’t even tell. I had a tree trimming service out here. My yard was immaculate. Their teamwork was amazing the professionalism outstanding. you know the job was done right when neighbors and random people driving by tell you your tree is beautiful Escobar tree trimming service on a scale of 1 to 5 I give you a five you are outstanding I’m looking forward to working with you in thefuture for landscaping once again thank you you put a smile on my face🤗"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Arce Tree Service
4.9(
31
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Arce Tree service for a front and backyard clean up. My yard was really bad. I had overgrown trees, dead bushes, weeds, trash etcâ ¦Arce Tree service gave me a great price. I received several quotes and Arce Tree service offered the best price and did more. They showed up on time. Finished the job in a timely manner. They kept me informed. They are friendly, professional and provided great customer service. I was beyond pleased with the work they did on my front & backyard. I will be using them for all my landscaping needs. They are truly the best around I wish I could give them more than a five star rating."
Mexican Fan Palm
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
5.0(
18
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Probably the best Tree Service in San Diego. Super friendly staff!! They are knowledgeable about the needs of trees and are trained and equipped to provide proper care. The maintenance they do to keep trees in good health, it’s amazing.!! Very affordable and they do such a great job removing damaged branches and leaving the place shining. We will definitely be using their service."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Full Circle Tree Service
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business+1 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Full Circle 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.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc.
C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc.
4.6(
167
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Santee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Look no where else! CM Precision Tree and Landscaping are the best. We had a tough project for them. They had to cut our neighbors huge pine tree that was hanging over our yard. They cut about 50% of the tree and had to access the tree from our yard, which was a bit of a trick. They did an amazing job. The neighbors had pots and plants all over the area under the tree. They covered everything up and nothing was damaged. All of the tree was cut and taken down through our yard. They roped all of the branches down and there was no damage to any trees or plants in our yard. Their team is professional and hard-working. Chuck and Pedro are miracle workers! They helped us with the many challenges that came with this project. Many thanks!!!"
Dead Palm Tree
Felled Palm Tree
Cutting Up Trunk
Cutting up the head
Palm Weevil Damage

+6

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

Although it’s possible, heavy machinery like a crane is necessary for removing an entire tree stump and all. This procedure is extremely costly, time-consuming, and usually unnecessary, as there are plenty of convenient and affordable stump removal options. 

Your best bet, if you want to be sure to remove a tree and its stump efficiently, is to speak with a professional. They’ll be able to walk you through the entire process.

No, homeowners insurance typically does not cover the cost of removing a dead, sick, or rotting tree that is still standing. Insurance is designed to protect against sudden and unexpected accidents, whereas a tree dying or rotting over time is considered a maintenance issue. Coverage usually only applies after a tree has fallen and caused damage to your property.

Before you cut down a dead palm tree, try to revive it using the methods listed above. However, there are instances when it makes sense to remove a dead palm tree, including:

  • The heavily infected tree will infect nearby trees, bushes, and plants.

  • The palm’s roots are overtaking your yard, foundation, and sidewalk and causing structural damage.

  • The tree is unstable and a hazard to your property, your neighbor’s property, and pedestrians.

Pruning trees during the summer can be a bad idea because the new growth will take place during the hottest months of the year, which can stress your tree out. Similarly, pruning during the early fall can be a bad idea, too, because you’d be stimulating new growth when most trees are aiming to go dormant. 

Pruning recommendations will vary by the type of tree, but generally, waiting until winter to prune your trees is a good idea.

Tree roots don’t necessarily break through concrete on their own, but they can certainly take advantage of existing cracks, even very small ones. As roots grow, they expand the cracks, making them larger and leading to serious and costly foundation damage. It’s a good idea to have repairs on any foundation cracks you’re concerned about.

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