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Avatar for GP Tree Service, Inc.
GP Tree Service, Inc.
11425 Foothill Ave
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
GP Tree Service, Inc.
11425 Foothill Ave
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to GP Tree Service, the leading Tree Removal specialists serving San Jose and the surrounding areas. With over 5 years of experience in projects ranging from shrub removal to yard clean-ups, we look forward to earning your business. Call today for a free estimate! GP Tree Service is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We have used GP Tree Service for a few years now starting in 2020. They always provide a competitive quote, perform the service quickly and professionally, provide outstanding guidance and recommendations. We refer all our neighbors to them. We even use them for our neighborhood association."

Doug B on March 2025

Welcome to GP Tree Service, the leading Tree Removal specialists serving San Jose and the surrounding areas. With over 5 years of experience in projects ranging from shrub removal to yard clean-ups, we look forward to earning your business. Call today for a free estimate! GP Tree Service is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We have used GP Tree Service for a few years now starting in 2020. They always provide a competitive quote, perform the service quickly and professionally, provide outstanding guidance and recommendations. We refer all our neighbors to them. We even use them for our neighborhood association."

Doug B on March 2025


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Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC
1520 Constitution Blvd
5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
Trejo's Landscaping & Gardening, LLC
1520 Constitution Blvd
5.00(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
70 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Thank you for considering Trejos Landscaping & Gardening for your outdoor project! We are a California Licensed Landscaping Contractor (C-27 #1136719) proudly serving Monterey County, the Bay Area, and surrounding communities. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in sod installation, irrigation systems, cleanups, and full outdoor remodels. Our work is rooted in quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and respect for your home, treating every project as if it were our own. As the owner, my mission is to deliver 5-star results and earn your full satisfaction. If at any point we fall short, I want to hear about it so we can make it right. ✅ Licensed & insured ✅ Family-owned and operated ✅ Transparent pricing & free estimates We’d be happy to share references or photos of past work. Let’s turn your vision into something lasting.

"Arturo was on time, fast, communicative, offered solutions, did a lot of cleanup in 4 hours. I will have him come back. "

Noelle A on April 2025

Thank you for considering Trejos Landscaping & Gardening for your outdoor project! We are a California Licensed Landscaping Contractor (C-27 #1136719) proudly serving Monterey County, the Bay Area, and surrounding communities. With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in sod installation, irrigation systems, cleanups, and full outdoor remodels. Our work is rooted in quality craftsmanship, clear communication, and respect for your home, treating every project as if it were our own. As the owner, my mission is to deliver 5-star results and earn your full satisfaction. If at any point we fall short, I want to hear about it so we can make it right. ✅ Licensed & insured ✅ Family-owned and operated ✅ Transparent pricing & free estimates We’d be happy to share references or photos of past work. Let’s turn your vision into something lasting.

"Arturo was on time, fast, communicative, offered solutions, did a lot of cleanup in 4 hours. I will have him come back. "

Noelle A 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
316 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


Neftali Alfaro Gardening Service
1514 Alemany Blvd
4.75(
36
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Approved Pro
Neftali Alfaro Gardening Service
1514 Alemany Blvd
4.75(
36
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
85 local quotes requested

3 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. No extra charge for after hours service.

3 employees. No subs. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. No extra charge for after hours service.


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National Wildfire Prevention
4.50(
8
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Approved Pro
National Wildfire Prevention
4.50(
8
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
370 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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Johnson's Tree Care Inc
955 Prevost Street
4.71(
430
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Approved Pro
Johnson's Tree Care Inc
955 Prevost Street
4.71(
430
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
819 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.

"Kevin arrived promptly and performed the services we agreed on to my satisfaction. He's friendly, easy to talk to, and knows how to deal with trees since he's a licensed arborist. There was no indiscriminate or unnecessary cutting. I'd use Johnson's Tree Care again and have already recommended him to my neighbors."

Ken C on April 2025

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.

"Kevin arrived promptly and performed the services we agreed on to my satisfaction. He's friendly, easy to talk to, and knows how to deal with trees since he's a licensed arborist. There was no indiscriminate or unnecessary cutting. I'd use Johnson's Tree Care again and have already recommended him to my neighbors."

Ken C on April 2025


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Rodríguez Tree Service
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Rodríguez Tree Service
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
8 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Because everything we do we do well and safely above all and my clients are my glory because we like them to be happy and satisfied

Because everything we do we do well and safely above all and my clients are my glory because we like them to be happy and satisfied


Avatar for Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
672 5th Ave
4.50(
20
)
Approved Pro
Acer Landscaping & Tree Care, Inc.
672 5th Ave
4.50(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
560 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Acer Landscaping & Tree Care Inc is a professional company serving the entire Bay Area and East bay. Tree service and landscaping has distinguish Acer from the very begining. We provide rigorous training in the most progressive methods used to preserve the safety and health of trees. Our staff use the best practices from International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) tree pruning standards to ensure safety and quality for every single tree. Removing trees is not an easy task. Specially big trees. It represents a challenge and it requires a highly trained personnel to protect your property and people. Give us a call for a free consultation with one of our expert arborists. Fully Licensed & Insured!!!! 24/7 Emergency Services!! We do Pavers Pergolas Sod Artificial Grass Putting Greens Irrigation Fencing Retaining Walls Flag Stone Planting Tree Trimming Tree Removal Stump Grinding Mulching Gravel Installation Clean ups and more!!!

"Eli and his Acer Landscaping staff were beyond excellent, perfectly executing their top-notch design, which mirrored exactly what we envisioned for our backyard space: a family oasis. We love to entertain, play basketball, and relax and lounge outside. This is now our forever home/backyard, and it's all thanks to Acer. They stayed on budget and completed the project before the anticipated due date. In a heartbeat, we'd recommend Acer Landscaping to anyone looking to hire the perfect partner!"

Rhean F on December 2023

Acer Landscaping & Tree Care Inc is a professional company serving the entire Bay Area and East bay. Tree service and landscaping has distinguish Acer from the very begining. We provide rigorous training in the most progressive methods used to preserve the safety and health of trees. Our staff use the best practices from International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) tree pruning standards to ensure safety and quality for every single tree. Removing trees is not an easy task. Specially big trees. It represents a challenge and it requires a highly trained personnel to protect your property and people. Give us a call for a free consultation with one of our expert arborists. Fully Licensed & Insured!!!! 24/7 Emergency Services!! We do Pavers Pergolas Sod Artificial Grass Putting Greens Irrigation Fencing Retaining Walls Flag Stone Planting Tree Trimming Tree Removal Stump Grinding Mulching Gravel Installation Clean ups and more!!!

"Eli and his Acer Landscaping staff were beyond excellent, perfectly executing their top-notch design, which mirrored exactly what we envisioned for our backyard space: a family oasis. We love to entertain, play basketball, and relax and lounge outside. This is now our forever home/backyard, and it's all thanks to Acer. They stayed on budget and completed the project before the anticipated due date. In a heartbeat, we'd recommend Acer Landscaping to anyone looking to hire the perfect partner!"

Rhean F on December 2023


Avatar for H3t0r Tree Service
H3t0r Tree Service
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
H3t0r Tree Service
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
449 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!

"The work was done efficiently and very professional. Friendly and work was done in a timely manner."

Rosa De Hillsboro A on May 2023

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!

"The work was done efficiently and very professional. Friendly and work was done in a timely manner."

Rosa De Hillsboro A on May 2023


Aly's Tree Trimming Pruning & Yard Clean-Up
PO Box 8110
4.85(
344
)
Approved Pro
Aly's Tree Trimming Pruning & Yard Clean-Up
PO Box 8110
4.85(
344
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
526 local quotes requested

Additional address - 1263 McLaughlin Ave, San Jose, CA 95122. May contact through email. Award winning.

"I have used Aly's Tree Service for 20 years. They've removed dead trees and planted new trees and trimmed trees. Usually Aly is there during the service and things go great. Usually I give straight A's. This time I asked for pruning and trimming of citrus trees. Aly came for the estimate. He said my orange tree was fine for another year--I always appreciate his honesty. The lemon tree and the lime tree needed some work. They had gotten too large and dense. Workers came out promptly. No need for Aly for this smaller job. After 30 minutes (and $400) they said they were finished. I looked at the trees and they were densely shaped shrubs on a trunk. Now, I know I asked for thinning/pruning. I told them so but they said this is how they always do it and how Aly told them to do it. I wasn't thrilled with this as my gardener will do this same work for no added fee. I told them sun and air needed to get into there and thinning branches was needed for healthy fruit. They either didn't understand me or acted like they didn't understand me as I tried to explain what I wanted. Rather than continue to disagree, I let them go. I called Aly's number and he came right over and looked at it and said he'd send a crew right over to fix it and they did first thing in the morning. I loved that response. The second job done was excellent and exactly what I had in mind. I'm not sure what was going on with the first crew. Did they want to quickly get the job done and not do all the work? Did they really not know what pruning a tree involves? Do some people really like super dense shrub citrus trees? I really trust Aly, but was disappointed in the work his first crew did. I will continue to use Aly and continue to make sure the job is done the way I need it even if I have to call them again to fix it up."

ELIZABETH B on June 2018

Additional address - 1263 McLaughlin Ave, San Jose, CA 95122. May contact through email. Award winning.

"I have used Aly's Tree Service for 20 years. They've removed dead trees and planted new trees and trimmed trees. Usually Aly is there during the service and things go great. Usually I give straight A's. This time I asked for pruning and trimming of citrus trees. Aly came for the estimate. He said my orange tree was fine for another year--I always appreciate his honesty. The lemon tree and the lime tree needed some work. They had gotten too large and dense. Workers came out promptly. No need for Aly for this smaller job. After 30 minutes (and $400) they said they were finished. I looked at the trees and they were densely shaped shrubs on a trunk. Now, I know I asked for thinning/pruning. I told them so but they said this is how they always do it and how Aly told them to do it. I wasn't thrilled with this as my gardener will do this same work for no added fee. I told them sun and air needed to get into there and thinning branches was needed for healthy fruit. They either didn't understand me or acted like they didn't understand me as I tried to explain what I wanted. Rather than continue to disagree, I let them go. I called Aly's number and he came right over and looked at it and said he'd send a crew right over to fix it and they did first thing in the morning. I loved that response. The second job done was excellent and exactly what I had in mind. I'm not sure what was going on with the first crew. Did they want to quickly get the job done and not do all the work? Did they really not know what pruning a tree involves? Do some people really like super dense shrub citrus trees? I really trust Aly, but was disappointed in the work his first crew did. I will continue to use Aly and continue to make sure the job is done the way I need it even if I have to call them again to fix it up."

ELIZABETH B on June 2018

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Tree stump removals FAQs

Yes, grinding a stump is worthwhile if you plan to use the area for planting, recreation, or building. Removing the stump clears space for new landscaping or construction projects. Additionally, as the stump decomposes, it can rob the soil of nitrogen, affecting the growth of other plants. Stumps are also a tripping hazard, making removal a wise choice.

The time it takes to grind a stump depends on its size, density, and the grinder's performance. A small, soft stump can be ground in 15 minutes, while a large, dense stump may require up to eight hours for complete removal. Factors like the stump's structure and your grinding technique affect how quickly you can remove it.

Grinding a stump is often the best solution for clearing an area for construction or planting. It removes the visible portion of the stump, but the roots remain underground. If you need to remove the roots for long-term stability or design plans, you'll need to hire a professional for full stump and root removal. This ensures your site is completely cleared for future projects.

Leaving a tree stump in your yard can cause several problems. It can become a breeding ground for pests and diseases that might harm nearby trees and structures. Plus, the decaying stump can interfere with your landscaping plans, making mowing difficult and promoting unwanted new growth that can disrupt soil stability. Removing the stump eliminates these risks and improves your yard's safety and appearance.

To effectively kill a stump, you need to interrupt its nutrient supply and speed up decay. Drill holes into the stump and fill them with a concentrated herbicide like glyphosate, rock salt, or Epsom salt. This method ensures the substance penetrates deeply. Alternatively, cover the stump with a dark, heavy-duty tarp to deprive it of sunlight, which accelerates the process. Remember to follow safety guidelines when using these methods.

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