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Avatar for Rock's Tree & Hillside Service
Rock's Tree & Hillside Service
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the third time we've used them and they never disappoint.  They aren't the cheapest but if you care about your trees and how your lawn looks it is well worth the money.  They do an excellent job protecting all of the other plantings.  They also clean up really well afterward.

They are very knowledgable as well as being nice people."
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+26

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Commercial Tree Services, Inc.
4.6(
440
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"MIGUEL ORTIZ @ Commercial Tree Service came to the rescue BIG time  getting a crew in  to top  & lace 2  huge trees I  had (prior to Hillary hitting us Saturday) within 12 hours of our phone conversation. Who does that! Commercial Tree Service is just the Best, fair pricing, qualified crew, timely , considerate of my property and the neighborhood in general. Cleaning  up after the  job. I would  highly recommend them and find  I will  be  using them  for future work. Carol A in Woodland Hills"
Tree Trimming
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+21

Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Maya Tree Service
4.6(
91
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent experience with Maya Tree Service, price was very reasonable and the job and clean up was well done. The only reason I rated the customer service a 4 was because for both appointments; estimate and actual work, he was extremely late and did not call to let me know. I would recommend them."
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Castaneda's Tree Trimming
4.5(
104
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Pedro provided a written invoice good for one month. I had to change the date of the work and they rescheduled the date. They arrived on time and efficiently removed a huge pine and cleaned up two other pines. They were careful not to damage any pots or plants. Contracted work was completed and all debris was cleaned up. They will be my go to tree people. I have had many tree trimmers over the years and they are the best and most reasonable!"
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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HLI Tree Services Inc
3.9(
395
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Trimming - For Business+1 more

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Updating my previous review. The root ball was finally removed this past Friday. I wish it would have been done sooner, but at least it was removed.. The tree removal service was quick and done safely which I appreciated. The communication at the end was not great but the job did get done."
Few thousand trees
Crane work
Response time9 hrs
236 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
M&M Tree Service
5.0(
4
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business+2 more

Serving South Pasadena, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"STOP SEARCHING RIGHT NOW AND HIRE THESE GUYS! If you are looking for any type of tree service, these guys are the ones to pick. I had to remove a large number of trees from my yard, some small and some very large, and M&M Tree Service did an outstanding job. They were very communicative during the planning process, constantly keeping me updated with scheduling and happy to answer any questions I had. And on the day of the job, they arrived on time and worked so hard to get the job done. They were respectful of my and my neighbor's property and completely cleaned up when they finished the job. And the best part? They were BY FAR the most reasonably priced of all the companies that gave me estimates. I am extremely happy with all the work they did. Everything looks great and I will absolutely use them again if needed. Highly recommended!"
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

The cost of professional tree service, such as trimming, is $460 on average, but the price can range from $75 to $1,800. A more typical range is between $200 and $760. The final price depends on several factors, including the size and type of the tree. For example, trimming Crepe Myrtle trees costs an average of $80 to $400, while giant pine trees can range from $200 to $1,800. Other factors that influence the cost include the time of year, as services are often more expensive in the spring. Your location can also play a role; costs may be higher if you live in a remote area or if the tree is difficult to access. However, some professionals may offer a discount if you have multiple trees that need service.

In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.

Late winter is ideal, but if you’re pruning apple trees in the spring, prune them as early as possible in the season. You want to ensure your tree is just creeping out of dormancy and hasn’t started pushing out new growth. If you prune your tree too late into spring, you generally won’t see results until the following year.

That said, there’s no pruning season for unhealthy growth. Remove dead, dying, or diseased branches as soon as you notice them, regardless of the time of year.

The ideal depth of a tree notch depends on the tree, but it should usually be between 20% and 25% of the tree’s depth. However, if the tree is leaning towards the direction of the notch, it can be cut more shallowly—at as little as 10% of the depth. When the tree is leaning away from the direction it needs to be felled, you can cut deeper, closer to 30%.

Horticulturist is a broad term for any type of plant and soil expert. An arborist, meanwhile, specializes in all aspects of tree care. You should hire an arborist when you need assistance with tree-related tasks, such as pruning large trees, removing trees, diagnosing a sick tree, or emergency tree services. Horticulturists aren’t qualified to handle those types of tasks.

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