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ExTREEme Tree Experts
5.0(
23
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"The ExTreeme Tree team completely transformed our backyard. Our overgrown magnolia tree looks substantially better now. We no longer worry about branches over our (or neighbors) home. The team went above and beyond. They were helpful, worked quickly and even helped our neighbor. They are now our go-to tree experts."
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+10

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Urban Tree Care
5.0(
14
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Urban tree care, they came and knocked out three big and tall redwood trees located in my backyard. Heriberto (the tree climber and business owner) came with his crew and knocked all three of them out in a day. Urban tree care is by far the best tree service provider out there. I would highly recommend them to for any tree service or any estimates needed."
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+15

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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From The Roots Up
5.0(
20
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Roots Up tree service went above and beyond my expectations. They are true professionals. The service they performed went flawlessly. I will continue to use this business as it is evident they are highly skilled and honest. Brian Schmitt"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Proficient Tree Care, Corp.
5.0(
12
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Manuel and the crew at Proficient Tree Care are top notch! I called them about a 75â redwood tree that was leaning and having root pull from oversaturated soil. Manuel came the very next day at 11:30 and said the tree should come down immediately. By 1:30, he was back with his crew and by 4:30, the job was completed. They cleaned up everything, including the branches that fell in the neighbors yard. They also removed the stump and left the wood chips, which is great. Very satisfied! Highly recommend!"
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborcare Group
5.0(
6
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mario’s crew were very professional and completed the job as requested. We had a large number of trees and bushes removed as well as all of their stumps ground. They cleaned up very well too. I found all of the workers to be present and communicated with me effectively. I’d fully recommend them to anyone !!"
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+2

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Treecs Inc
5.0(
9
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were totally professional, communicated through the entire job to make sure they were achieving what we wanted, cleaned up thoroughly, and all at a reasonable price."
Tree Removal & Cleanup
Tree Removal & Cleanup
Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gonzalez's Tree Service a Partnership
5.0(
8
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

"Excellent both times they did work for Me. Cutting back my sycamore pruning all my fruit trees cutting back the trees hanging over my fences cutting low branches on my trees to open the space. Fast efficient and fair price"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lemur Tree Aid
4.9(
19
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lemur Tree Aid are total professionals, all brand new equipment, plus very easy to work with. My daughter needs some tree removal done So I will let her know how pleased I am with the work Lemur did for me."
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+3

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BlackForestEnterprise
5.0(
4
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jesus and his crew were great! They did what they came to do when they said they'd come with minimal hiccups and no hidden costs. Jesus was professional, friendly, and very easy to work with. He knows his stuff and he listens and responds with no repeats or hounding! And, his crew was amazing. They were safe, professional, and efficient and the site was left nearly spotless after they were done removing eight large cypress trees and trimming a ninth large cypress. We will definitely contact them for future landscape and tree trimming work. Thank you Black Forest Enterprises!!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Rutherford, 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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