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Aly's Tree Trimming Pruning & Yard Clean-Up
4.8(
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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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."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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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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13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Gil Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Joel & his team are honest, brave , & hard working. They arrived on time everyday & cleaned up & left my home neat & well cared for every night. I have dozens of large live oaks & Monterey pines on my property some 60 feet tall. Joel helped me maintain a fire safe cleared area all around my home removing huge branches & limbs from trees that had to be climbed & cabled for safety. These are tree professionals. Actual experts not just tree trimmers. My property is a steep hillside. No problem. Most of my trees are 50 to 100 years old. Some I planted as a boy. I am 63. Everything was done safely & neatly with every tree cared for so each will thrive & live another 50 or 100 years. Joel even found a dove’s nest full of baby birds on a limb 40 feet up set to be cut & came down to ask me how to proceed. We saved the limb to save the nest while the mother & father flew around nervously. Hire Gil Tree Service. This guy is the real deal. They are the best decision you can make."
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+70

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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La Sirenita Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This tree service was the most reasonably prices of the companies we contacted. Their experience in t he field enabled them to work quickly and efficiently, they left the work area clean and tidy. Their tree trimming allowed more air and light into the backyard. This excellent job is not the first they have done for us and is the reason we called them again for a second job."
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Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Specialty Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have the experience and dedication to do the job right the first time! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call to schedule an estimate today!

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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Silverstone Landscaping & Tree Service
4.8(
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Serving Santa Cruz, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had several neighbor trees whose limbs hung into my year dropping leaves, apples and berries. The owners would trim their side but now the side that drapes into my yard. I also have a fruitless mulberry tree that requires a yearly trimming. The yard looked so clean and open once the trees were chopped off. There was quite a load of branches that were cleared and they even cleaned up any that dropped into their yard. It was amazing transformation and I will continue to do business with them."
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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California tree solutions
5.0(
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Serving Santa Cruz, 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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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Santa Cruz, 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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