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John N Eddie's Tree Care
4.6(
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Serving Stockton, CA and surrounding areas

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"John N Eddie were great to work with. They were both friendly and highly professional throughout the entire process. They used professional equipment to complete the tree removal and stump grinding efficiently. Whether we were talking before the work started or during the job, they were always courteous, knowledgeable, and professional. They arrived around 8:15 a.m. and completed the entire project by approximately 1:00 p.m. After removing the trees and grinding the stumps, they thoroughly cleaned the work area. They also repaired my fence after finishing the job, as they had needed to open it to access and remove a tree in the backyard. I was very pleased with the quality of their work and attention to detail. I would definitely recommend John N Eddie to anyone looking for a professional and reliable company for tree removal and stump grinding."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Green Lane Tree Services Inc
4.8(
62
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Serving Stockton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I asked Green Lane Tree Services to remove a huge, dying agave (century plant) with a house-high bloom that was tilting close to our utility wires. They worked carefully and even managed to get the stump out manually, without harming the surrounding succulents. They also took out an old plum tree that storms had brought down, doing the job without damaging any of the plantings around that tree (we decided together not to take the stump out in this instance due to the proximity of other plants -- they consulted me on each question that came up during the work). They pruned an out-of-control bougainvillea and cut down a couple very tall, but dead, cypress trees. Finally, they cleaned everything up perfectly, and even sawed the plum tree into logs for us. And to top it all off, they charged considerably less than the quote I got from another tree service."
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Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arias Tree Service
4.9(
17
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Serving Stockton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arias did a great job - Removed several large tree stumps including a stump from a very large fallen oak tree. They worked quickly and efficiently and performed a quality cleanup."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sierra Arbor Works
3.9(
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Serving Stockton, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Sierra Arbor Works estimator came the same day I called them, we'd just had a storm and a Green Ash in the front yard had started coming to pieces, I had several estimators come out and they all told me that the tree wasn't worth saving and that we should cut it down and grind out the stump and replant something else there. Sierra Arbor Works was the first team that told me that they could save the tree. Since it was a fairly large tree and provided a lot of shade for us in the summer we were very excited to hear this. Wes and his crew came out and cleaned up the fallen branches and made a major weight reduction in the tree so no more would fall if there were more storms. They even cut up some of the wood and stacked it on the side yard to season for our fire pit! Overall I'm very happy with my decision to work with Sierra Arbor Works and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to any one."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R&B Quality Tree Care, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Stockton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great care was given to the tree trim I hired them for. They mad it look awesome. The tree removal was also done great and they stumped it. Clean up was like they were never here. Friendly and professional"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Stockton, 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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