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Avatar for Reyes Tree Service & Gardening
Reyes Tree Service & Gardening
4.7(
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

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"We've used Reyes Tree Service before - about five years ago - and just like last time, it went very well indeed. Juan Reyes is a smart and highly experienced professional, and he's got a top-notch very skilled crew. All are a pleasure to work with. The job took three full days for a crew of 5-6 men and the results were nothing short of artistic. Considering the size of the job, I feel that the price was quite fair. And Juan bid the job tree by tree so we knew exactly the cost of trimming each one and we could be specific about how much work we were choosing to have done. In my opinion, you can't go wrong with Reyes Tree Service."
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Old Topanga Canyon Project

+54

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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All About Trees
4.8(
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exceptionally well. The crew was extremely professional, they were very efficient and I could not believe how fast they worked in cutting down the tree and clearing the yard of debris. They were helpful, polite and you could tell they worked well and efficiently together. I was extremely pleased and the fantastic job that they did. My neighbor was so impressed that he had All About Trees remove the dead tree in his backyard as well. I highly recommend this company. Thank you Mike and Valerie, you are the best."
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Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Roper Tree Surgeon and Landscaping
4.8(
21
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I first hired Roper Tree Surgeon & Landscaping in June 2014 to do a major tree cutting on some huge ficus trees.  This project required a truck with a boom, another truck with a large wood-chipper, and an experienced crew capable of cutting big trees so close to my house.  Roper surpassed my expectations in every way, and I was thrilled with the outcome.
When Mr. Roper and I discussed additional projects, I was really impressed with his knowledge, and willingness to help me with free advice and without any sales pitch.   So I hired the company again in July for a large landscaping project, which included:  A new automatic sprinkler system, replacing the front lawn and parkway grass with sod, replacing old shrubs with planting of new flowers, trees, and shrubs, and root pruning ficus trees and replacing the sidewalk destroyed by the roots.
Roper Tree finished the project on time and on budget.  I couldn't be happier with the results!  Mr. Roper takes genuine pride in his work, does not look for shortcuts, and does what he promises to do.   He is driven by customer satisfaction.  I look forward to working with Mr. Roper again, and recommend him wholeheartedly!"
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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3-D Tree Services, Inc.
4.6(
232
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Frank and his crew were excellent. They were prompt, courteous, and neat. Outstanding price for the service. I will call them again for tree removal."
Response time2 hrs
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Lead saw tree service
5.0(
19
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"I recently had Lead Saw Tree Service take out a tree from my yard, and it was such a breeze. They were super easy to deal with from the moment I asked for a quote to when they showed up on time and got the job done within the schedule they promised. It made my day so much easier and stress-free. I'd definitely recommend Lead Saw Tree Service for any tree removal job."
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+6

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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Castaneda's Tree Trimming
4.5(
104
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Trimmed a mature magnolia tree in my backyard. They were professional, came on time and performed the job as expected. Cleaned up the cut branches, leaves and debris. Thank you."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Rock's Tree & Hillside Service
4.7(
39
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a landscaping design/build company until illness kept me from continuing. I felt like I was in good and knowledgeable hands when Rock came out for the estimate - he is an arborist so he understood exactly what I wanted. His crew showed up on time and were very professional with a very capable foreman who interpreted Rock's job description accurately, so the job was done perfectly and the place was clean afterwards."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Avila Tree Services
4.9(
6
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Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With over 30 years of experience, we are a highly reputable tree removal and lawn care service that specializes in tree removal, landscape installations and property maintenance jobs. We provide free estimates, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Give us a call for your property maintenance needs! We look forward to working with you!

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+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If an arborist is certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), the highest level of certification available is ISA Board Certified Master Arborist. According to the ISA, this credential is reserved for arborists “who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.” Check your arborist’s credentials before hiring to confirm their level of training and expertise.

A tree can split because of high winds, a change in temperature, or from an infestation or tree disease. All of these factors can overlap, making a single cause difficult to pinpoint. While winter storms are some of the most common causes for a tree to split, it can also happen because of termites or rot.

Stay inside or well away until the storm passes. Don’t go outside to inspect the tree until the weather clears, especially if the tree is on a hill or isolated in a field. Lightning often strikes the same easily-accessed places multiple times, and you could be a new target. If a lightning strike causes a noticeable fire, alert emergency services. When the storm is over, take a closer look to gauge the damage done.

It’s not as common for Dutch elm disease to affect other types of trees, especially if the surrounding trees aren’t elms. However, it is possible for DED to spread to other trees, particularly in northern states, like Minnesota. In fact, it’s a good idea to use geography to identify wood and determine which types of trees are in your yard. 

Unfortunately, the complex and shallow root system of elm trees makes surrounding elm trees particularly vulnerable to DED. Early discovery is key!

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.

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