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Trees and shrubs trimming or removal pros in San Diego

Arce Tree Service
Based In
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Arce Tree Service
Based In
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
174 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in tree services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Jose came by the day before my Mexican palm tree was to be removed to give a quote. He presented himself well dressed, spoke intelligently, and gave a quote $200 less than a quote I got earlier so I decided to use Arce services. Later day I received a professional invoice through email and the day before the work was to be completed, I received an automated reminder of the work to be done. He arrived the next day with a crew of 5, multiple trucks, and a wood chipper. They ‘hit the ground running’ with Jose climbing the tree with a chainsaw/ropes, and completed the work within 2 hours. All of his team were quick with a smile and worked diligently. I would use their services again in the future, and most definitely well recommend them to others!!"

Henry C on November 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in tree services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Jose came by the day before my Mexican palm tree was to be removed to give a quote. He presented himself well dressed, spoke intelligently, and gave a quote $200 less than a quote I got earlier so I decided to use Arce services. Later day I received a professional invoice through email and the day before the work was to be completed, I received an automated reminder of the work to be done. He arrived the next day with a crew of 5, multiple trucks, and a wood chipper. They ‘hit the ground running’ with Jose climbing the tree with a chainsaw/ropes, and completed the work within 2 hours. All of his team were quick with a smile and worked diligently. I would use their services again in the future, and most definitely well recommend them to others!!"

Henry C on November 2024


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EB Landscaping
915 North 4th Street
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
EB Landscaping
915 North 4th Street
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
278 local quotes requested

We specialize in tree services, tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, stump removal, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"We have a pine tree styled like a bonsai and it needed a major trim and he executed our vision. Excellent job and very pleasant to work with."

Lynne p on January 2024

We specialize in tree services, tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, stump removal, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"We have a pine tree styled like a bonsai and it needed a major trim and he executed our vision. Excellent job and very pleasant to work with."

Lynne p on January 2024


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Sotelo Tree Service
9462 San Francisco St
4.95(
20
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Approved Pro
Sotelo Tree Service
9462 San Francisco St
4.95(
20
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
256 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!

"He did a great job, thank you!"

Heather H on May 2025

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!

"He did a great job, thank you!"

Heather H on May 2025


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Adams Tree Care
1742 Vendola Dr
5.00(
27
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Approved Pro
Adams Tree Care
1742 Vendola Dr
5.00(
27
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
292 local quotes requested

Family own Business 20 years exp. ISA Certified Arborist, we carry General liability insurance and worker’s comp. providing tree service such as pruning, (limited) tree planting, plant health care, tree removals and stumpgrinding at competitive prices.

"Very prompt and a great price!"

Kari M on February 2025

Family own Business 20 years exp. ISA Certified Arborist, we carry General liability insurance and worker’s comp. providing tree service such as pruning, (limited) tree planting, plant health care, tree removals and stumpgrinding at competitive prices.

"Very prompt and a great price!"

Kari M on February 2025


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RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
P.O. Box 154021
5.00(
18
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Approved Pro
RODRIGUEZ TREE SERVICES
P.O. Box 154021
5.00(
18
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
401 local quotes requested

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"The Rodriguez tree services did great job to trimmed my two queen palm tree, they show up on time, they clear tree area. The tree service is very professional. I will use this company again next time."

Cong L on May 2025

We guarantee your satisfaction and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"The Rodriguez tree services did great job to trimmed my two queen palm tree, they show up on time, they clear tree area. The tree service is very professional. I will use this company again next time."

Cong L on May 2025


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Escobar Tree Services
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Escobar Tree Services
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
262 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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Maya's Landscape & Tree Service, Inc.
1560 S Redwood St
4.78(
27
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Approved Pro
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
271 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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SD Tree Service,Inc
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
SD Tree Service,Inc
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
309 local quotes requested

SD Tree Service Inc, Is a family owned and operated business located in Bonsall,CA . We provide residential and commercial quality tree care to San Diego County and surrounding areas.

"They did a great job at a good price"

Brandon A on February 2023

SD Tree Service Inc, Is a family owned and operated business located in Bonsall,CA . We provide residential and commercial quality tree care to San Diego County and surrounding areas.

"They did a great job at a good price"

Brandon A on February 2023


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C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
1244 Berryman Cyn
4.50(
125
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Approved Pro
C & H Gardens Artistic Landscape & Tree Service
1244 Berryman Cyn
4.50(
125
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1061 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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Brothers Landscape
PO Box 704
4.63(
126
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Approved Pro
Brothers Landscape
PO Box 704
4.63(
126
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
988 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

Brothers Landscape is your landscaping for the San Diego area. Super Service Award Winners in 2014, 2015, and 2016! For faster service call 619 654-6887. We specialize in lawn installation, sprinklers installation, landscape maintenace, such as yard landscaping, garden landscaping, and many other residential landscaping services. Additional services: Seasonal maintenance, irrigation, soil rejuvenation & area preparation. sprinklers installation.

"Excellent work. Made sure we were satisfied before we paid. Definitely would hire again for other landscaping work. Highly recommend this company."

Larry S on May 2025

Brothers Landscape is your landscaping for the San Diego area. Super Service Award Winners in 2014, 2015, and 2016! For faster service call 619 654-6887. We specialize in lawn installation, sprinklers installation, landscape maintenace, such as yard landscaping, garden landscaping, and many other residential landscaping services. Additional services: Seasonal maintenance, irrigation, soil rejuvenation & area preparation. sprinklers installation.

"Excellent work. Made sure we were satisfied before we paid. Definitely would hire again for other landscaping work. Highly recommend this company."

Larry S on May 2025

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Trees and shrubs trimmings or removals FAQs

Palm tree stump removal costs $175 to $550, with pricing dependent on stump diameter and root complexity. Larger stumps with extensive root systems command higher fees. Grinding, which shreds the stump below ground level, is more economical than complete extraction. Your future landscaping intentions should guide your decision between these approaches. Discuss both methods with your tree service provider to determine which best suits your needs and budget.

Permit regulations for palm tree removal vary considerably between municipalities. Local governments charge $40 to $200 for removal authorization, with fees varying based on tree characteristics and local ordinances. Protected species may require additional documentation or expert assessment. Contact your local planning department or building authority before scheduling removal to understand specific requirements and avoid potential penalties for unauthorized tree removal.

Healthy, desirable palm varieties occasionally have resale value, though finding buyers willing to handle transplantation can prove challenging. Depending on tree size and complexity, transplanting services cost between $400 and $5,000. While selling might offset some expenses, realistic expectations are important as the transplant market fluctuates significantly. Contact local landscapers or nurseries to gauge interest before committing to this approach.

Palm tree removal duration varies based on tree dimensions and site conditions. Smaller palms under 30 feet require just a few hours, while larger specimens may need a full day or more. Factors like proximity to structures, access limitations, and weather conditions can extend timeframes. Professional crews work systematically to ensure safety throughout the process, so flexibility in scheduling helps accommodate any unexpected challenges.

Palm trees growing near utility lines present serious safety concerns. Contact your local municipality to determine if assistance programs exist for trees threatening public infrastructure. Professional tree services with utility line experience should handle these removals, as they understand proper safety protocols and coordination requirements. Never attempt to trim or remove trees near power lines yourself, as this presents extreme danger of electrical injury.

Standard homeowners' policies often exclude routine palm tree removal costs. However, if a storm or covered incident damages your palm tree, causing it to fall or threaten structures, insurance may contribute toward removal expenses. Coverage generally applies when the tree damages insured property or blocks essential access. Review your specific policy details and thoroughly document the tree's condition if filing a claim. For elective removal of healthy trees, budget for out-of-pocket expenses.

The homeowners guide to trees and shrubs trimmings or removals
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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