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Aly's Tree Trimming Pruning & Yard Clean-Up
4.8(
351
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aly came on a Thursday to give an estimate and had 2 workers out the next day. They helped remove the trunk of a citrus tree that I couldn't get out myself along with trimming and orange tree and the neighbors trees that were coming over on our side which was encroaching on wires. Both the communication and work done were excellent."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
26
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Jose, 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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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gil Tree Service
5.0(
33
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I highly recommend Joel Gil and his team to anyone who needs to have trees or tree stumps removed. He is highly responsive and does superb work. 831-710-0915. We had the misfortune to have a 40' pine tree fall in our backyard, onto a fence (luckily missing the house by inches!), on New Years Eve. He was at our site the next day to look at the work required. We aligned on a body of work (which included removing 6 other tree stumps from the property) for a highly competitive price. His team got to work same day to remove the body of the fallen tree. Today they returned to clear and remove all of the stumps. Couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. If you run into similar tree-related misfortunes or have existing trees to take down and/or clear from your property, I highly recommend Gil Tree Service."
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+70

Response time1 day
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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West Valley Tree Care
4.3(
6
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Jose, 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
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Evergreen Tree Solutions
New to Angi
Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Evergreen Tree Solutions 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.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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California tree solutions
5.0(
9
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Jose, 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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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Carlos Tree Service
4.4(
62
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving San Jose, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos was prompt in coming out and giving me an estimate. He covered all my concerns and offered a very competitive price so I chose his company to do the work. He and his crew arrived on time and finished in half a day. Did everything he agreed to and then some. Would use him again and highly recommend for tree work."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in San Jose, 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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