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North Bay Tree Service

275 Carlsbad Ct
5.00(
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North Bay Tree Service

275 Carlsbad Ct
5.00(
3
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
41 local quotes requested

North Bay Tree Service 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.

"Greta job!"

eric b on March 2025

North Bay Tree Service 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.

"Greta job!"

eric b on March 2025

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Treecs Inc

3626 MOORLAND AVE
5.00(
7
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Treecs Inc

3626 MOORLAND AVE
5.00(
7
)
•Approved Pro
12 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Treecs Inc. is a licensed and insured tree service company based in Santa Rosa, California, committed to providing professional, safe, and reliable tree care solutions. Our services include tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and emergency tree services for both residential and commercial clients. We combine technical expertise with modern equipment to enhance the safety and beauty of your property. At Treecs Inc., customer satisfaction, safety, and environmental responsibility are our top priorities. We look forward to earning your trust and building long-term relationships through exceptional service.

"Excellent work, great communication and responsiveness. "

Keith S on June 2025

Treecs Inc. is a licensed and insured tree service company based in Santa Rosa, California, committed to providing professional, safe, and reliable tree care solutions. Our services include tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, and emergency tree services for both residential and commercial clients. We combine technical expertise with modern equipment to enhance the safety and beauty of your property. At Treecs Inc., customer satisfaction, safety, and environmental responsibility are our top priorities. We look forward to earning your trust and building long-term relationships through exceptional service.

"Excellent work, great communication and responsiveness. "

Keith S on June 2025

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Green Lane Tree Services Inc

61 Hanson Lane
4.83(
60
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•Approved Pro

Green Lane Tree Services Inc

61 Hanson Lane
4.83(
60
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
81 local quotes requested

Franklin has a strong passion for helping his clients with their needs. With over 10+ years of experience, his work includes dealing with tree removal, pruning, and specializes in hazardous trees. Whatever your tree needs are, Franklin will ensure the the quality of work is provided to improve the landscape of this client.

"It didn't go, no call and no show"

Leticia B on October 2022

Franklin has a strong passion for helping his clients with their needs. With over 10+ years of experience, his work includes dealing with tree removal, pruning, and specializes in hazardous trees. Whatever your tree needs are, Franklin will ensure the the quality of work is provided to improve the landscape of this client.

"It didn't go, no call and no show"

Leticia B on October 2022

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Legacy Tree Service, LLC

1027 Kenmore Lane
4.91(
153
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Legacy Tree Service, LLC

1027 Kenmore Lane
4.91(
153
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
87 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Elmer ended up doing our tree removal one day early. The crew was courteous and focused on their job. The tree was removed, the stump and roots ground and the area policed to an unexpected degree. I highly recommend Elmer Fernandez for tree trimming and removal services. Thank You Elmer. Al Hubley"

Al H on February 2021

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Elmer ended up doing our tree removal one day early. The crew was courteous and focused on their job. The tree was removed, the stump and roots ground and the area policed to an unexpected degree. I highly recommend Elmer Fernandez for tree trimming and removal services. Thank You Elmer. Al Hubley"

Al H on February 2021

TIMBERLAND TREE SERVICE, CORP.

100 Gleason Avenue
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TIMBERLAND TREE SERVICE, CORP.

100 Gleason Avenue
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25 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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 customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Johnson's Tree Care Inc

955 Prevost Street
4.71(
430
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Johnson's Tree Care Inc

955 Prevost Street
4.71(
430
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
626 local quotes requested

A family owned and operated company, Johnson's Tree Care Inc. Has proudly served the San Francisco bay area for over 25 years. We are licensed by the CSLB of California (Lic# 1007582) and are fully bonded, insured and guarantee all our work and services. With industry experts on staff, including an ISA Certified Arborist, we are a company that cares about you and your tree service needs.

"My next door neighbor and I needed a major tree topping and trimming to the property line. We took 4 bids on this project. Johnson’s Tree Care won us over with Kevin Johnson’s professionalism and client care. He kept in close contact with us via text and phone. He worked with both our schedules, and came on the date proposed. His crew followed our requests to the letter. The workers had safety equipment, Kevin’s company is bonded and insured, which was important to us. The crew worked continuously and cleaned the site completely, chipping the branches and hauling everything away. Johnson’s was not the lowest bid, but we sensed a quality job. Kevin is an arborist and can « read » the pruning history of the trees. He knows his business. We got our money’s worth and will hire this company again! Thanks, Angi, for past reviews which also guided our choice of contractors."

Patricia B on March 2024

A family owned and operated company, Johnson's Tree Care Inc. Has proudly served the San Francisco bay area for over 25 years. We are licensed by the CSLB of California (Lic# 1007582) and are fully bonded, insured and guarantee all our work and services. With industry experts on staff, including an ISA Certified Arborist, we are a company that cares about you and your tree service needs.

"My next door neighbor and I needed a major tree topping and trimming to the property line. We took 4 bids on this project. Johnson’s Tree Care won us over with Kevin Johnson’s professionalism and client care. He kept in close contact with us via text and phone. He worked with both our schedules, and came on the date proposed. His crew followed our requests to the letter. The workers had safety equipment, Kevin’s company is bonded and insured, which was important to us. The crew worked continuously and cleaned the site completely, chipping the branches and hauling everything away. Johnson’s was not the lowest bid, but we sensed a quality job. Kevin is an arborist and can « read » the pruning history of the trees. He knows his business. We got our money’s worth and will hire this company again! Thanks, Angi, for past reviews which also guided our choice of contractors."

Patricia B on March 2024

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ExTREEme Tree Experts

5270 Old Redwood Hwy
5.00(
16
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•Approved Pro

ExTREEme Tree Experts

5270 Old Redwood Hwy
5.00(
16
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
354 local quotes requested

With over 50 years combined experience in the industry, my partner and I are a great team. Our focus is getting the job done safely and efficiently to customer satisfaction. Tree Trimming and Removal Services

"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."

Tiffany A on April 2021

With over 50 years combined experience in the industry, my partner and I are a great team. Our focus is getting the job done safely and efficiently to customer satisfaction. Tree Trimming and Removal Services

"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."

Tiffany A on April 2021

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Mayan Climber Tree Service Inc.

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Mayan Climber Tree Service Inc.

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•Approved Pro
187 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

Specializing in helping clients increase the value and beauty of their homes by keeping their trees strong & healthy all while maintaining natures natural aesthetic.

Specializing in helping clients increase the value and beauty of their homes by keeping their trees strong & healthy all while maintaining natures natural aesthetic.

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National Wildfire Prevention

4.50(
8
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•Approved Pro

National Wildfire Prevention

4.50(
8
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
385 local quotes requested

We are a company dedicated to protecting the most important thing in your home. We prepare your home to be able to resist the attacks of nature, in this case, wildfire

"Fantastic - Quick removal and easy to work with, would highly recommend!"

Victoria C on April 2025

We are a company dedicated to protecting the most important thing in your home. We prepare your home to be able to resist the attacks of nature, in this case, wildfire

"Fantastic - Quick removal and easy to work with, would highly recommend!"

Victoria C on April 2025

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Noe’s Gardens

8 Gothic Dr
4.33(
6
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•Approved Pro

Noe’s Gardens

8 Gothic Dr
4.33(
6
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
400 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Specializing in landscaping! 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!

"Noe came to my house within an hour. We discussed what I wanted and then he never contacted me again. I called him and he said to send him my email address which I did, still didn't hear back, I called him again and he has never returned my calls after almost 3 weeks.In the meantime I have stopped taking other proposals.If my job was too small or he was too busy just tell me, no problem!"

Judy C on October 2024

Specializing in landscaping! 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!

"Noe came to my house within an hour. We discussed what I wanted and then he never contacted me again. I called him and he said to send him my email address which I did, still didn't hear back, I called him again and he has never returned my calls after almost 3 weeks.In the meantime I have stopped taking other proposals.If my job was too small or he was too busy just tell me, no problem!"

Judy C on October 2024

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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in San Rafael, CA

The time it takes to grind a stump depends on its size and the type of wood. Small, softwood stumps take only 15 minutes to remove, while large, hardwood stumps can take several hours. Before the project begins, ask your stump grinding pro for an estimate so you can plan accordingly.

There are several alternative methods to stump removal, including winching it with mechanical equipment, cutting it with a chainsaw, grubbing out the stump and roots, initiating a burn with the required permits, activating natural rotting processes, and applying chemical treatments to expedite decay. Each method offers its own advantages and safety requirements, so it is important to select the option that best suits your project and complies with local regulations.

The cost of tree removal typically doesn't include stump grinding. Removing a stump requires different equipment and skills than cutting down a tree. If you want both services, your contractor will often charge extra for grinding the stump. However, bundling tree removal and stump grinding can sometimes save you money, so it's worth asking about package deals.

Pest issues in a tree stump do not slow down the grinding process. The decay accelerated by pests can make grinding more efficient. However, if an infestation is present, it is important to arrange for pest control afterward to safeguard the health of your garden. Ensuring thorough pest management after stone removal supports long-term yard stability and prevents further damage.

The San Rafael, CA homeowners’ guide to tree stump removals

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