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All About Trees
4.8(
73
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We made an appointment with Valerie for Mike to give us a quote on removing seven cypress trees near our driveway. Mike advised us to have the gas company mark the ground first, as gas lines ran close to where the trees would be removed, a sign of his professionalism and safety awareness. All About Trees provided a reasonable estimate, and Mike’s TCIA membership reflects the high standards of his professional, experienced, and knowledgeable commercial tree care business. On Monday, August 4, 2025, Mike and his crew of seven hardworking men removed the seven cypress trees with precision. We were extremely impressed with their professionalism, friendliness, and diligence. Mike personally oversaw the job, and the crew left the property spotless. Our home looks so much better now. If you’re looking for an honest tree care company that stands far above the competition, All About Trees—and Mike and Valerie—are the ones to call. We highly recommend them."
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+28

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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LA Arbor Care, Inc.
5.0(
16
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent Tree Removal Service by LA Arbor Care In March 2023, our plumbers told us that our sewer pipe ran right under our large Deodar multi trunk pine tree, and that the treeâ  s massive roots had detrimentally damaged the sewer pipe leaving us with no other option other than to remove the tree and grind the stump so they could dig a hole under it to repair the pipe. We received four estimates from different tree removal companies. Miguel Lopez at LA Arbor Care did not provide the least expensive estimate, but we felt that his considerable experience, certifications, and great reviews made his firm our best option. We are so pleased that we selected LA Arbor Care to do this work. They did the work exactly as promised, removing the tree safely and efficiently. We were impressed by their work ethic and quality, and they were very careful not to damage the power and data lines that were coming through the tree branches. They were conscientious about leaving the entire work site impeccably clean â  for example, the tree was adjacent to our swimming pool, and unprompted, they cleaned all the leaves and branches that had fallen into the pool during their process of taking down the tree. Miguel and his staff were friendly and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs tree removal services."
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+5

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lead saw tree service
5.0(
21
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"Had some troublesome Ficus trees I needed removed, Chris and his team at Lead Saw were great. Fast and clear communication, competitive price very professional, finished quickly and safely. Did removal and stump grinding. Will use them again."
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Wildland firefighter trained! We specialize in heavy timber removals!
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Tree service
Tree service

+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Rock's Tree & Hillside Service
4.7(
39
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the third time we've used them and they never disappoint.  They aren't the cheapest but if you care about your trees and how your lawn looks it is well worth the money.  They do an excellent job protecting all of the other plantings.  They also clean up really well afterward.

They are very knowledgable as well as being nice people."
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+26

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Castaneda's Tree Trimming
4.5(
104
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a wonderful job at removing the big liquid amber tree from our small backyard in a timely and professional manner. They also ground out the large stump and cleaned up the scattered branches. The cost was very reasonable."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
JLG Tree Service
5.0(
3
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jose & his workers arrived on time at 7:30 am to cut 5 Cypress trees about 35 5o 40 feet tall. They worked efficiently and quickly, clean up all debris from my backyard & neighbor's backyard. Excellent job! We were very happy with the service, I would use Jose's company again and highly recommended him to anyone ."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lord & Tree Service
5.0(
204
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Universal City, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great! Luis and crew were very helpful and spent all the necessary time making sure my stumps were removed from my backyard. I had 8-10 stumps all through the yard, and Luis took care of them all. Very helpful and would definitely call again for any other tree servicing needs!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Universal City, 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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