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Top-Rated Trees and shrubs trimming or removal pros in La Jolla - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Sotelo Tree Service
Sotelo Tree Service
5.0(
32
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jacob returned my call the same day. His bid was reasonable compared to the last time I had my eucalyptus tree cut but stump not removed. This time I had my grown ficus tree along with a small guava. The ficus roots has become unwieldy and threatening the new fence so it had to go, including the stump and roots! Sotelo Tree Service has a complete set of machines to do a complete tree removal - mulcher truck and a stump shredder tractor. Overall, I am satisfied 100%"
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+34

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by74%of homeowners
Avatar for Adams Tree Care
Adams Tree Care
5.0(
28
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Would recommend Adam's Tree Care to anybody who needs tree work. Friendly crew, outstanding cleanup of the yard, arrived on time, made sure we understood what they were going to do, etc."
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
32
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tony and Julio are friendly and very professional. They are knowledgeable and easily understood what I wanted done. Cesar did an excellent job trimming my Canary Island Date Palm creating a beautiful pineapple and thoroughly cleaned out the seed pods! The team was hard working and efficient. Great job!"
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+30

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
5.0(
18
)
Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Rodriguez crew of 4 arrived promptly at 7 am and worked through the day and finished up the next day. All of the trimming was done very carefully and the results were beautiful. The team cleaned up all of the debris and left the site in perfect condition. They clearly understand the art of tree trimming."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
4.4(
135
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service did a fantastic job in my backyard. They worked within my budget. My planting beds were cleaned out, weed barrier installed and new succulents planted. They worked with me on design and planting. They also re-installed stairs to allow access into my canyon lot. Finally they installed a retaining wall to support my mature sycamore tree that is on a slope and also terraced above the tree on the slope. The workmen were efficient and friendly. I would definitely recommend this business for your landscaping needs.1"
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Del Mar
Encinitas

+19

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for S & H Tree Service
S & H Tree Service
4.9(
9
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

"Sal and his crew provided excellent service. He shows a particular concern for the overall health of the tree, and uses his skill as a certified Arborist to assess where the tree is in its life cycle, what particular stresses or diseases it may be presently subject to, and recommends a course of action which is best for the tree's continued health and survival. He also pays particular care to any wildlife which might be nesting in the tree at the time.
I would recommend Sal's company (S & H Tree Service) to anyone and everyone. I will call no other man for the job, and intend to use him exclusively from now on.
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
North and South Tree Care and Landscaping Inc.
5.0(
16
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Pedro's crew did an excellent job trimming our pear tree in the front yard. They were friendly and professional and willing to make sure we were satisfied with the results. I give a lot of credit for the worker up in the tree. He obviously knew what he was doing but still concerned for his safety. There was a problem in scheduling but it worked out."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for EB Landscaping
EB Landscaping
5.0(
9
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent service the guys really did a great job with a tree in need of care Very professional and used proper safety precautions protecting themselves as well as my home We'll definitely use services again and highly recommend"
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+9

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Big Branch Tree Service Inc
Big Branch Tree Service Inc
5.0(
3
)
Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team from Big Branch Tree Service did a FANTASTIC job removing a very large and old tree in a difficult corner of my patio and removing the stump. They were friendly, super efficient, fast, and problem solved with knowledge and experience on a complicated job. The clean-up was well done too. I will miss my tree, but I chose the right company to do the job. Five stars!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree service projects in La Jolla, CA

Professionals remove shrubs by first cutting back the branches using tools like pruning shears or chainsaws for thicker stems. They then cut the base close to the ground and dig around the root system to remove the roots completely, preventing regrowth. Finally, they’ll ensure proper disposal of branches and debris while complying with local regulations.

A bush stump will regrow if any portion of its root system remains. When even a small section of roots is left behind, new shoots emerge and regenerate the bush with leggy, spreading growth. Working with a professional landscaper ensures the complete removal of the stump and all roots, which is essential to prevent any regrowth, ensuring that the area remains clear and maintenance is minimized.

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