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Cal State Tree Service
4.8(
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Serving Shafter, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex and his crew removed a palm large tall palm tree including grinding down th stump and roots. They were on time, fast and cleaned everything before leaving. I’m having them back for tree trimming. I recommend Cal Tree service!"
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Sierra Tree Svc LLC
4.8(
73
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Serving Shafter, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very efficient and did a great job with the tree trimming and the tree/ stump removal. Even cleaned the debris that fell in the pool. Just Awesome!"
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Red Ash

+8

Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Climb and Cut
5.0(
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Serving Shafter, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner of climb and cut tree service, Raul Santos is very professional with reasonable pricing. He and his crew showed up an hour early before the appointment time to make sure that the project was done at the time promised. I will definitely be using his services for other projects around my home. And I would truly recommend him for all types of tree service."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Official Pest Prevention
4.6(
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Serving Shafter, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were excellent and got rid of them completely. They are very reasonable as well I would highly recommend them and I would hire them again."
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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AB Tree Doctor
4.4(
5
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Serving Shafter, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"The team at AB Tree Service did an amazing job at my home. They carefully trimmed each tree, removed one that was now considered dangerous, and then proceeded to treat my trees with nutrients and for disease and pests. The trees have never looked better. Oh, they even went into neighbors yards (with permission) to clean up any branches that landed there. My place was spotless when they left."
Coastal redwood trees
Coastal redwood trees
Canary island palm tree
Canary island palm tree
Tree diagnosis

+8

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Utsler Lawn Care
5.0(
5
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Serving Shafter, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

"Utsler Lawn Care is very professional and pays attention to detail and services all my requests. He services monthly, is always on time on my schedule day. Always willing to do extra when I ask."
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D & D Renovations - Unlicensed Contractor
4.9(
7
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Serving Shafter, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were friendly , fair and consistent with there time management as well as professionalism . I would refer them to anyone and yes I would without a second thought hire them again ."
Response time9 hrs
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, pruning makes trees stronger because it fosters proper growth, weight distribution, and balance of the crown. By increasing the structural integrity of the tree through pruning, it’s less likely to experience disease, pests, broken limbs, and storm damage. Pruning the right branches and limbs is key to improving a tree’s strength and balance.

Although the terms tree trimming and tree pruning are used interchangeably, they are very different types of tree maintenance. Tree trimming involves enhancing the appearance of your tree by removing unruly branches, providing your tree with ample sunlight and nutrients and prevents unsightly overgrowth. 

Tree pruning helps keep your trees disease-free. This process removes unhealthy growths, dead branches, and other unhealthy parts of the tree. It’s more common for deciduous and ornamental trees but not so common for evergreen trees. To determine which method you need, discuss it with a tree trimming specialist.

Most tree surgeons cost around $100 per hour or between $70 and $200 per hour for their services. You might get flat fees for more straightforward services, like a tree assessment, tree removal, stump grinding, and one-off treatments, but many times, treatments for tree diseases or pests will be charged based on an hourly rate or a per-visit rate. Since the cost of a tree surgeon can vary widely, it’s best to speak with an arborist near you to get an idea of what your particular issue will cost to correct.

Tree pruning is a common and helpful tree maintenance technique that involves carefully cutting and trimming unwanted branches so that the tree can continue to grow and thrive. Pruning is done carefully and intentionally. Tree topping is a frowned-upon method that involves removing and cutting most or the entirety of the top of the tree, including structurally important branches.

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

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