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Adams Tree Care
5.0(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam is great! Very attentive to detail. He is safe, cleans up everything, and laced our trees to provide growth, life, blooms, and health for our trees. We (& husband) highly recommend."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lopez Tree Care, Inc.
4.8(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"THEY CAME ON SATURDAY AND EVEN THO IT WAS RAININ THEY TOOK DOWN MY TREE IN BACKYARD AND TRIMMED THREE OTHER TREES. MY TREES HAVE NEVER LOOKED SO GOOOD."
Tree Removal
Tree removals
Tree removals
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Tree removals

+54

Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Escobar Tree Services
5.0(
9
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Outstanding service. They were responsive and easy to communicate with, offered the best pricing compared to others I contacted, and did an incredibly thorough job. The trees look great, and the cleanup was just as impressive. It’s not easy to find a company that delivers on all three—communication, price, and quality—but they absolutely did. Highly recommend."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
32
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maya’s Landscaping Service is amazing! We have multiple eucalyptus trees and other trees that needed to be trimmed way down. They were here on time, gave us a more than fair price and did the work quickly and efficiently. All of the team members were very friendly. Hire them! You will not be disappointed."
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+30

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arce Tree Service
4.9(
31
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are very thoughtful and thorough and get the job done leaving my yard neat and tidy. My fruit trees were having a bug problem and they took care of it. They fertilized all the trees and my trees are ready to begin fruiting for the summer. I would recommend Arce Tree Service to anyone needing prompt reliable tree service. Patricia J"
Mexican Fan Palm
Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
5.0(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rodriguez Tree Services exceeded my expectations. The staff was kind, friendly, and super helpful. They took care of my trees, yard, and they cleaned and removed all the debris. My yard looks a 1000% percent better. I will reach out to them again when my trees need a bit of TLC. I have already recommended them to my neighbors. -Steven"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Arce Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving El Cajon, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Jose came by the day before my Mexican palm tree was to be removed to give a quote. He presented himself well dressed, spoke intelligently, and gave a quote $200 less than a quote I got earlier so I decided to use Arce services. Later day I received a professional invoice through email and the day before the work was to be completed, I received an automated reminder of the work to be done. He arrived the next day with a crew of 5, multiple trucks, and a wood chipper. They ‘hit the ground running’ with Jose climbing the tree with a chainsaw/ropes, and completed the work within 2 hours. All of his team were quick with a smile and worked diligently. I would use their services again in the future, and most definitely well recommend them to others!!"
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Stump Grind Mexican Palm
Lace and Trim away from house
Trim and Shape Canary Palm Tree
Washingtonian Palm Trim

+10

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree service projects in El Cajon, CA

Palm tree removal expenses range from $150 to $1,500, with pricing primarily determined by the tree's height and accessibility. Removing taller specimens requires specialized equipment and safety protocols, pushing costs toward the upper end of this range. Stump grinding represents an additional expense of $175 to $550 if needed. Obtaining multiple removal estimates helps ensure competitive pricing for your specific situation.

Palm growth rates vary considerably by species, with most gaining approximately one to two feet annually under favorable conditions. You'll notice substantial development within three to five years after planting. Many varieties reach their characteristic appearance within seven to 10 years. The aesthetic enhancement to your property increases progressively as the palm matures, potentially adding considerable curb appeal and landscape value.

Several palm varieties demonstrate impressive cold tolerance for non-tropical environments. The needle palm ranks among the hardiest options, capable of surviving brief temperature drops to surprisingly low levels. Depending on size and availability, cold-resistant varieties cost between $100 and $300. Strategic placement in protected locations and appropriate winter protection measures significantly improve survival rates in challenging climates.

Professional palm trimming services cost between $100 and $1,500 per tree. This wide price range reflects variations in palm height, frond density, and access challenges. Taller specimens require specialized equipment and greater safety precautions, significantly increasing service costs. Most palm varieties benefit from annual or semi-annual maintenance to remove dead fronds and seed pods while maintaining an attractive appearance.

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