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Avatar for Forest Tree Care Inc.
Forest Tree Care Inc.
4.7(
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Above and beyond.... VERY PLEASED... Fair price, excellent work, good equipment, prefessional operation.. Was considering doing it myself which would have been a HUGE mistake. Not only did they take down the big tree, they went above and beyond and cleaned up the branches and leaves that had fallen on the patio cover and blocked the skylights. Then on top of that, they made some quick cuts on another tree that was growing wildly near the one taken down. To put the icing on the job, the stump was ground up very well and the ground leveled. ZERO complaints, and to make it easier they were advanced and took Zelle and Venmo. I'm very detail oriented and hard to please butJaime and the crew were frist class."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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R&R Banuelos Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Adrian to give me an estimate to remove a dead birch tree in my front yard and a 20 ft. tall Australian bottle tree, which was growing larger, in my back yard. He quoted a very reasonable price to remove 2 trees and their stumps and roots. His crew did a great job of preserving irrigation lines and an accent light near one tree. I would definitely recommend this company and will use them again."
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+14

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Torres Tree Service Inc
4.1(
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the very beginning, it was an easy transaction.  I liked that they could do an estimate from a photo.  They ended up doing 4 more trees on the street and everyone is extremely pleased with their work.  On time, friendly and professional.  They removed a 50ft palm right next to my house without incident.  Qouting process very professional and they are fully insured.  This was very important to me and they provided Ins Cert without even asking for it.
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Golden Oak Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We offer free estimates and warranty all of our work. We are licensed, bonded and insured tree service experts specializing in Tree Removal - Tree Installation - Tree Trimming & Stump Removal!

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fernandos Tree Service
5.0(
3
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"It was very nice. He was very professional for a very young guy. Very clean work, they left my yard clean. He asked me very detail about the work and did it just the way I wanted it done."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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affordable services inc
4.8(
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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Played phone tag initially but the price was good and they showed up earlier then scheduled. Both stumps well ground and they even were able to get up close to the brick wall. Would use again.


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California Arborist
4.4(
149
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"First of all, this guy is a certificated ARBORIST! He knows trees!  This was very important to me.  I didn't want "some guy with a chainsaw" to tell me the trees had to come down.  
After looking over the trees and their location, he told me that the trees would continue their secondary growth and that growth would push up the pavers in the yard, and even if the pavers were reinstalled the secondary growth would push them up again over time.  He gave me some options to consider.
He is based out of central Orange County and because of distance, he declined to do work in Bellflower which was disappointing.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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J L Tree Care
4.9(
4
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Serving Apple Valley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very impressed w/ JL Tree Care. I looked for several estimates, explained my situation and they were the most accommodating. Integrity goes a long way, w/that character if youâ re lucky comes kindness and the propensity to go the extra mile. JL has all those qualities! When my dog got out the gate, they went the extra mile to help me catch him. In my book that speaks volumes!!!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Apple Valley, CA

Always transport chainsaws with the engine off and chain brake engaged. Use the protective bar cover provided by the rental company to prevent accidental contact with the cutting chain. Position the chainsaw securely in your vehicle to prevent movement during transit, ideally in a truck bed or trunk rather than the passenger compartment. 

For gas models, ensure the fuel cap is tight and position the saw to minimize potential leakage. Keep the chainsaw away from passengers and other items that could be damaged.

Proper safety equipment is essential when operating any chainsaw. At minimum, you should have eye protection (safety glasses or a face shield), hearing protection (earplugs or earmuffs), cut-resistant gloves, chainsaw chaps or pants, and sturdy boots with good traction. 

Many rental facilities offer basic safety kits alongside chainsaw rentals. If you'll be using chainsaws regularly, investing in quality personal safety gear is advisable. Never operate a chainsaw without appropriate protective equipment, regardless of the job size.

While rental companies will rent chainsaws to beginners, inexperience significantly increases safety risks. If you've never used a chainsaw before, request a demonstration from the rental staff and thoroughly review the operator's manual before starting. Begin with smaller, more manageable cutting tasks to build comfort with the tool's operation. 

For significant cutting jobs, consider either taking a chainsaw safety course first or hiring professionals instead. The learning curve for safe chainsaw operation is steep, and caution is paramount.

If mechanical problems develop during your rental, immediately cease operation and contact the rental company. Most reputable rental businesses will either provide a replacement chainsaw or repair the equipment if the breakdown resulted from normal use rather than misuse. Document the issue with photographs when possible and maintain records of when you reported the problem. 

Having your rental agreement readily available when you call will expedite the resolution process. The rental company should adjust your rental period to account for any downtime.

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