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Top-Rated Tree stump removers in San Francisco - Updated Nov 2026

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P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
26
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were fast and efficient. They did leave the chips from the stump grinding which I thought they would remove. It cost me 300 more dollars to have them removed. The contract said remove all green waste. So I feel like the cleanup and removal costs weren't disclosed ahead of time."
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+24

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
4.6(
23
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Acer Landscaping & Tree Service were a pleasure to work with. They provided a fair and reasonable quote for removing several trees and their stumps in my backyard. Since the owner was in my local area, he was able to visit the site and provide a quote on the same day I called. The owner and his crew were onsite early and worked efficiently and professionally while maintaining social distancing and/or wearing of face masks. I'm very pleased with their services and will hire them again for future work."
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+58

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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West Valley Tree Care
4.3(
6
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rodrigo was a pleasure to work with. Super friendly. Very fast response. Fair prices. Did a fantastic job at trimming my trees, planting a new tree, and clearing out some trees I needed removed. As an added bonus, they cleaned up completely so that you could not even tell all of that work was done. I am referring them to my friends and will certainly hire them again."
Response time8 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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ExTREEme Tree Experts
5.0(
24
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danne and Corey were personable, excellent professionals during the entire process, from the estimate to completing the service. Danne came by on a Saturday morning, did his inspection of the trees to be removed and stump grounded, provided a verbal quote, which Corey sent over the formal quote shortly thereafter. After reviewing the several quotes with my partner, we decided on ExTREEme Tree Experts for the reasonable price and thorough communication on the details and overall process. We had about 8 trees and several bushes on a 30° slope, with 2 of the trees over 40ft. Day 1, they set up their wood chipper and began clearing the trees one by one. By the 2nd day, there were 2 trees left, which Danne handled swiftly and began grinding down the stumps. It was a huge undertaking, but Danne and his team did an excellent job clearing all the trees and bushes, although it did take an additional morning to get the remaining stumps. There were a couple stumps left ungrounded, as their location made them inaccessible with the grinder they had, which Danne explained and reduced the price for the service. I've already recommended them to family members who need their services and would definitely hire them again if we ever move to another place with trees that need removal."
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+10

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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California tree solutions
5.0(
9
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Too many arborists aren't capable of pruning trees the right way because of limited understanding of tree growth and land conditions. CA Tree Solutions has this - both the understanding and the capabilities, all within a reasonable price range. Jose and his team worked on our overgrown 1-acre for a full week and transformed the property, including pruning, tree removal, and coastal oak tree planting. CA Tree Solutions is really the best!"
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+1

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NWP Tree Service
4.6(
11
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew was very efficient and got the job done very quickly. All the roots were removed where the big cactus and lager tree stem in the middle stood. Very nice grew and respectful. Will not hesitate to call them again to help out with yard work again. 👍🏾😍🥰"
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+17

Response time1 day
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Tree Ops LLC
5.0(
10
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In the 20 years that we have been trimming our trees this has been the most rewarding experience. The treetop team arrived with the crew and within a matter of hours took down the trees, trimmed side trees to get back the view, removed and mulched all the wood , swept up the hillside of all the dead leaves. Their professionalism deserves five star. I have already recommended them to others. We were so pleased with their work."
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+21

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Carlos Tree Service
4.4(
62
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos phoned me within a day of my request for an estimate. He came to my house the next morning to give me an estimate and was prepared to cut the tree down, then and there. He and his team did a fantastic job! I had asked for the trunk to be cut into sections so that I might use them around my yard...they did it. All the other parts of the tree were put out onto the street for collection. The bits and pieces that were previously covering the lack of fence were all put back into place, better than before. Wow, it's so nice to have the work done so professionally, by a friendly team, and in a very timely manner! The price was fair and averaged out to be less than an estimate made by a company with a Big Deal.
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in San Francisco, 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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