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Avatar for C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc.
C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc.
9873 Dunbar Lane
4.89(
140
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Approved Pro
C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc.
9873 Dunbar Lane
4.89(
140
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

Diseased trees can be silent killers that affect other aspects of your property. Not only can they spread fungus and disease to your landscape, but they can also harbor harmful insects. In most cases an effected tree can be treated. However, in some cases the best alternative may be to remove the diseased tree. C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc. is care experts in diagnosing and providing the best option for you and your trees. You work hard to keep your property beautiful and healthy. Tree removal in most cases should be your final option, as trees generally add value to your property. Unfortunately damage from high winds, ice, lightning or impact may leave you with no other option except to call for a tree removal service. C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc. should be your first choice. Give us a call today!

"Very good customer service"

John S on September 2024

Diseased trees can be silent killers that affect other aspects of your property. Not only can they spread fungus and disease to your landscape, but they can also harbor harmful insects. In most cases an effected tree can be treated. However, in some cases the best alternative may be to remove the diseased tree. C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc. is care experts in diagnosing and providing the best option for you and your trees. You work hard to keep your property beautiful and healthy. Tree removal in most cases should be your final option, as trees generally add value to your property. Unfortunately damage from high winds, ice, lightning or impact may leave you with no other option except to call for a tree removal service. C.M. Precision Tree And Landscape Maintenance, Inc. should be your first choice. Give us a call today!

"Very good customer service"

John S on September 2024


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Arce Tree Service
286 Chambers St #C
4.85(
31
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Arce Tree Service
286 Chambers St #C
4.85(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Arce Tree Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Did everything well in a timely manner."

John J on November 2023

Arce Tree Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Did everything well in a timely manner."

John J on November 2023


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North County Tree
145 Camino San Clemente
4.80(
113
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North County Tree
145 Camino San Clemente
4.80(
113
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Call North County Tree for all your residential tree care needs. With 30 years in the industry we can handle any project large or small. Call now, and we will come out for a free estimate! I will price match and minus 10% any quote by an equally certified contractor (State Contracting License and ISA certified) ISA Certified Arborist: License number - we-13757a

"Respond quickly phone calls and text messages and quality of work was excellent."

David W on October 2024

Call North County Tree for all your residential tree care needs. With 30 years in the industry we can handle any project large or small. Call now, and we will come out for a free estimate! I will price match and minus 10% any quote by an equally certified contractor (State Contracting License and ISA certified) ISA Certified Arborist: License number - we-13757a

"Respond quickly phone calls and text messages and quality of work was excellent."

David W on October 2024


Stumpmasters Tree Services, Inc.
PO Box 3646
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Stumpmasters Tree Services, Inc.
PO Box 3646
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
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28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at Pedro Velasquez Landscape & Tree Service, we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project.

Here at Pedro Velasquez Landscape & Tree Service, we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project.


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Artistic Arbor Gardens, Inc.
11316 CA-67
5.00(
1
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Artistic Arbor Gardens, Inc.
11316 CA-67
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
40 years of experience

Welcome to Artistic Arbor Gardens, Inc., We proudly provide the highest quality of service and craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, and let us get started!

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Mark R on January 2019

Welcome to Artistic Arbor Gardens, Inc., We proudly provide the highest quality of service and craftsmanship for each aspect of your project. Our depth of knowledge and experience solidify our belief that customer service stands as the highest priority. We eagerly look forward to working with you and making your vision a reality. Give us a call, and let us get started!

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Mark R on January 2019


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Green Hill Tree Care
349 Rebecca Ave
5.00(
2
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Green Hill Tree Care
349 Rebecca Ave
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

As experts in residential tree care, Green Hill Tree Care. strives to exceed expectations. With nearly 10 years of experience, we take pride in the quality of our work, responsiveness, and competitive pricing. We look forward to serving you and building a lasting relationship. Give us a call! You will be happy you did!

"They are professional."

Alejandro M on September 2022

As experts in residential tree care, Green Hill Tree Care. strives to exceed expectations. With nearly 10 years of experience, we take pride in the quality of our work, responsiveness, and competitive pricing. We look forward to serving you and building a lasting relationship. Give us a call! You will be happy you did!

"They are professional."

Alejandro M on September 2022


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Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
1560 S Redwood St
4.78(
27
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Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
1560 S Redwood St
4.78(
27
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
282 local quotes requested

We are a family owned business with 15 years of experience serving all of San Diego Counties. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade as well as our employees and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We carry full General liability insurance, Workmen Compensation insurance and bonded. We look forward to earning your business.

"They did excellent work and prices were affordable."

Avery C on March 2025

We are a family owned business with 15 years of experience serving all of San Diego Counties. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade as well as our employees and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We carry full General liability insurance, Workmen Compensation insurance and bonded. We look forward to earning your business.

"They did excellent work and prices were affordable."

Avery C on March 2025


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Escobar Tree Services
5.00(
2
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Escobar Tree Services
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
277 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"They did an excellent job trimming 4 trees for us. They were polite. Listened to what I wanted done. Cleaned up everything and was a very reasonable price! Will definitely use them again! Highly recommended!"

James B on February 2025

Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"They did an excellent job trimming 4 trees for us. They were polite. Listened to what I wanted done. Cleaned up everything and was a very reasonable price! Will definitely use them again! Highly recommended!"

James B on February 2025


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Sotelo Tree Service
9462 San Francisco St
4.95(
19
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Sotelo Tree Service
9462 San Francisco St
4.95(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
292 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! By trimming your trees! Lacing them! Shaping them! hedge! Removing! stump grinding! Hauling away! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great job ! Great clean up ! Trimmed like I ask them to there is several of them so the work is done quickly.Very polite."

Cindy C on September 2024

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! By trimming your trees! Lacing them! Shaping them! hedge! Removing! stump grinding! Hauling away! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great job ! Great clean up ! Trimmed like I ask them to there is several of them so the work is done quickly.Very polite."

Cindy C on September 2024


Avatar for C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
1244 Berryman Cyn
4.50(
125
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C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
1244 Berryman Cyn
4.50(
125
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
999 local quotes requested
47 years of experience

12 Time Super Service Award Winner! C & H Gardens has been providing residential and commercial property landscape and arboricultural services since 1978. We specialize in creating tranquil, practical and functional outdoor living spaces. Whether you enjoy entertaining, recreation or relaxation we can bring Beauty and Tranquility to your world.

"Timely response. Owner was very personable and took his time to make sure he knew what I needed. Crew was fantastic! Job well done."

Kirsten G on April 2025

12 Time Super Service Award Winner! C & H Gardens has been providing residential and commercial property landscape and arboricultural services since 1978. We specialize in creating tranquil, practical and functional outdoor living spaces. Whether you enjoy entertaining, recreation or relaxation we can bring Beauty and Tranquility to your world.

"Timely response. Owner was very personable and took his time to make sure he knew what I needed. Crew was fantastic! Job well done."

Kirsten G on April 2025

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Tree stump removals FAQs

Yes, grinding a stump is worthwhile if you plan to use the area for planting, recreation, or building. Removing the stump clears space for new landscaping or construction projects. Additionally, as the stump decomposes, it can rob the soil of nitrogen, affecting the growth of other plants. Stumps are also a tripping hazard, making removal a wise choice.

The time it takes to grind a stump depends on its size, density, and the grinder's performance. A small, soft stump can be ground in 15 minutes, while a large, dense stump may require up to eight hours for complete removal. Factors like the stump's structure and your grinding technique affect how quickly you can remove it.

Grinding a stump is often the best solution for clearing an area for construction or planting. It removes the visible portion of the stump, but the roots remain underground. If you need to remove the roots for long-term stability or design plans, you'll need to hire a professional for full stump and root removal. This ensures your site is completely cleared for future projects.

Leaving a tree stump in your yard can cause several problems. It can become a breeding ground for pests and diseases that might harm nearby trees and structures. Plus, the decaying stump can interfere with your landscaping plans, making mowing difficult and promoting unwanted new growth that can disrupt soil stability. Removing the stump eliminates these risks and improves your yard's safety and appearance.

To effectively kill a stump, you need to interrupt its nutrient supply and speed up decay. Drill holes into the stump and fill them with a concentrated herbicide like glyphosate, rock salt, or Epsom salt. This method ensures the substance penetrates deeply. Alternatively, cover the stump with a dark, heavy-duty tarp to deprive it of sunlight, which accelerates the process. Remember to follow safety guidelines when using these methods.

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