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Avatar for Reyes Tree Service & Gardening
Reyes Tree Service & Gardening
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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
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Old Topanga Canyon Project
Old Topanga Canyon Project

+54

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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All About Trees
4.8(
73
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All About Trees provided a quote as requested. The work was scheduled quickly. Their crew showed up on time and flawlessly performed the work. Would recommend and hire again."
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+28

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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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

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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Lead saw tree service
5.0(
19
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

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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Wildland firefighter trained! We specialize in heavy timber removals!
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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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Tree TrimmingTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I'm looking for more quotes just to see who can handle the jobs I have, but Pedro called me very quickly after I had set-up a HomeAdvisor. He was very prompt and respectful over the phone and spoke with me in an extremely professional manner. I would definitely recommend Castaneda's Tree Trimming service to anyone looking for Tree Removal or other arborist services."
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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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

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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+26

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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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

Professionals use assessments, strategic cuts, specialized equipment, and safety measures to ensure healthy growth or the safe removal of trees or shrubs.

Generally, homeowners do not need permission to cut down a tree on their own private property, but there are several exceptions where a permit may be required. You might need a permit if the tree is particularly large, old, or a protected species, such as a heritage tree. Trees located near public property or power lines can also be subject to special rules. Additionally, many local governments and homeowners associations (HOAs) have regulations controlling which trees can be removed to manage an area's appearance or prevent the spread of invasive species. To avoid hefty fines, it is crucial to check with your local government and HOA to determine if a permit is needed before you begin.

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. 

Any tree that needs to be pruned should be pruned to remove dead branches at least once a year. You may need to prune far more often if you’re trying to maintain a certain shape or to save a tree that suddenly becomes infected.

If you’re buying a small tree with lots of room to grow, expect to pay around $100 to $200 for a potted version. But if you’re buying a larger tree—say one over 10 feet—prices rise, starting in the $500 to $600 range and increasing quickly from there. Keep in mind that paying for professional palm tree planting or transplanting services will increase the cost.

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