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Avatar for Green Vista Tree Care
Green Vista Tree Care
4.9(
313
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nico arrived on time to give me an estimate and was very informative and explicit about what needed to be done and the equipment needed to do it. I ended up understanding a lot more about the process of having the trees removed and the stump of the oak removed. He explained that for safety a crane would be used, parked on the driveway and reaching over the house to the tree. The stump removal would require their contacting Miss Utility which would take 1 to 2 weeks The work was scheduled for the next Monday and everything happened as explained. 11 days later the stump was removed and ground."
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+15

Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Gonzalez Landscaping & Tree Care
5.0(
59
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr. Gonzalez came to my home and walk the property and gave me the best estimate of all contractors that were in the area. He was attentive to my questions and needs. I would recommend Gonzalez Landscaping & Tree Care to everyone and will contact The work was scheduled 2 days after the estimate. He contact me to let me know the estimated time when the work would be finish while I was at work. I arrive home and checked all the work that was done. Mr. Gonzalez and his workers address my concerns with some of the work as far as dealing with stumps and removing roots and branches. Mr. Gonzalez also inform me that one of the large branches fell and broke my outside light pole that was near the tree. He had already went to Lowes and purchased and new light and replaced it. The light looked great and worked. His workers did a great job cleaning up around the house and work areas. I will be contacting Mr. Gonzalez again for some more work at another property I own. I would highly recommend Gonzalez Landscaping & Tree Care at 1918 Sunflower Dr, Culpeper, VA 22701 to everyone. He will give you an honest and far price."
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+125

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gordon W Frazier Tree Service
4.8(
155
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We live on a farm surrounded down a dead-end dirt road, and we have many very old trees. Some needed to come down, and some needed trimming. Gordon (whose father started the business decades ago) is incredibly knowledgeable about the care and maintenance of trees, and he and his team were the most professional service I have had the pleasure of working with. His pricing was the best I have seen and very very fair. This started with a large tree limb on our roof, and Gordon's team ended up removing multiple trees (3-4), and pruning about 8 more (they used ropes and we had several trimmers 20 or more feet in the foliage). When I say pruning - I mean some of these trees are very old and massive - with very large limbs that needed to come down. They also removed several very large (20 feet wide) bushes. One huge bush had a root structure that was massive, but Gordon had a stump grinder as large as a truck wheel and BOOM - it's was all gone in a jiffy. Numerous farmers passing by stopped by to share their amazement at how efficiently and how quickly Gordon's team worked, with one saying "by lunchtime your property looked like a hurricane came through, and by dinner there wasn't a single branch or leaf anywhere!" Gordon's team were all super polite, and except for a short lunch break, worked straight from 09:30 until about 5PM. I was amazed at how much got done in one day, and I will definitely have Gordon and his team back. I shared Gordon's number with multiple interested neighbors. One older "seen everything" neighbor farmer saw how much was done and said "so how much did you pay for all of that"? (with a little smile; think he was preparing to shake his head and chuckle the way folks do when you pay a LOT).. when I told him the total bill, his eyes opened and he immediately asked for Gordon's number. Wow... I impressed an old farmer... ! Hire Gordon; He will exceed your expectations."
Tree trimming
Removing limbs
Trucks
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Palacios Tree Service
4.8(
206
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Customers say: Super punctual

Welcome to Palacios Tree Service, LLC.! With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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R&R Tree Service LLC
4.8(
22
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The tree team arrived on time and was thorough in removal of both trees. They took care to avoid my shed and fence and cleaned up and removed all debris."
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+15

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AAA Tree Service
4.6(
130
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company provided excellent service and fair pricing for our tree trimming project. The team was friendly, experienced, and worked efficiently throughout the day. Our trees now look healthier, and the property feels much safer during strong winds and heavy storms."
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+5

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Destiny's Tree Service LLC
4.8(
52
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Destiny's Tree Service is a wonderful company to work with. We had two huge Leland cypress trees twice as tall as our house, wedged between two houses. Marvin and his Destiny's crew were amazing. They skillfully removed both trees, being careful not to damage the houses, roof, bushes, and lawn. Then they did a perfect job again removing two big stumps. Everyone paid such attention to detail. They are truly tree work artists and we want to say thank you so much. Also very reasonable priced."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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STRINGFELLOW'S TREE & YARD WORK
5.0(
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick service - came out for estimate in the morning, had the team out to complete the work that afternoon. Not only did tree trimming and debris haul away, but refreshed the mulch and stone underneath, and weeded yard, trimmed bushes. Great pricing, professional, would hire again."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ross Tree Service Ltd
4.3(
228
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well, the maple tree looks great and they ground out the stump of the ash tree. They were far less expensive than what it cost some of my neighbors to have their ash trees taken down."
Ross Tree Service owns a bucket truck for the more complicated jobs. We also contract a crane company with a highly experienced crane operator.
Ross Tree Service has several stump grinders.
Ross Tree Service has experienced climbers who can free climb and also have plenty experience with crane jobs and emergency response.
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Clifton, VA

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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