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Green Lane Tree Services Inc
4.8(
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Serving Walnut Creek, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green Lane was very reliable and professional. Franklin was very knowledgeable and we appreciated how he came to check in on the team during the service. In total they took care of 8 trees including a removal, done speedily and no mess left behind. Will be working with them again for any and all of our future tree related needs."
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+11

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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P&J Tree Service Inc
4.7(
26
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Serving Walnut Creek, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing customer service and professionalism!!! Received an immediate response from Jose (on the weekend!!) after my inquiry to obtaining a price quote for 2 massive tree removals. Jose was on time to quote the removals, and immediately sent an email with the estimate and proof of insurance. (No other company even bothered to do this, which exemplifies P&J outstanding professionalism. We decided to go with P&J to remove our trees. DAY of tree removal: The tree removal crew was prompt, courteous, professional, and immediately started on the tree removal. They wore protective gear such as hard hats and high visibility vests. They started with the massive 20ft pine tree in the front yard, they meticulously started removing branches from the bottom to the top, there was even a guy who climbed the tree to make sure that the cut and branch drop was carefully planned as not to hit anything in its drop zone. Then it was off to the backyard to remove the 30ft eucalyptus tree. They did the exact same thing for the back yard as well. The task was so intriguing that even our neighbors commented on how good and skilled they were. Not one branch or debris fell anywhere other than where it was supposed to. There was even a fig tree next to eucalyptus tree that had a branch less than 2 inches away and they didnt even touch the fig tree. AMAZING JOB!!!!! The stumps were grinded to the ground and the crew cleaned up the area better than it was. THOROUGHLY IMPRESSED with their work AND professionalism."
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+24

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hercules Tree Service and Landscape Construction
4.7(
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Serving Walnut Creek, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They showed up on time, They went right to work. Thy did excellent job cutting down 5 trees. They were done in about 5 hours. Very hard workers. This was our third time using Hercules trees, and happy every time. Would recommend Rich and his workers to anyone Thanks Rich and all your crew. Oct, 1, 2020"
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+8

Response time7 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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GP Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving Walnut Creek, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"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."
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Advance Tree Service, Inc
New to Angi

Serving Walnut Creek, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Offers commercial services

Advance Tree Service Inc. is a family owned and operated business established in 1987. We are licensed Arborists along with being members of The International Society of Arboriculture and The Western Chapter of ISA. We have experienced and professional tree experts providing complete tree services for residential, commercial, and municipal customers. As absolute professionals, we take the time to educate our clients and address their concerns. We are honest and upfront about the health and care of your trees and will never do anything that will harm a tree and would rather recommend not doing what the customer has in mind, if it’s unhealthy for the tree.\n\n“We’d rather lose business than lie to get business,” says Mr. Edwards.\n\n\n\n \n

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+7

Response time1 day
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EB Tree Care, Inc.
4.6(
36
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Serving Walnut Creek, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All work was done to perfection. Left the yard cleaner than when they started. Multiple trees trimmed, one large tree removal and stump removed. EB is our tree service going forward. On time and all work done at agreed upon price."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by64%of homeowners
Carlos Tree Service
4.4(
62
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Serving Walnut Creek, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos phoned me within a day of my request for an estimate. He came to my house the next morning to give me an estimate and was prepared to cut the tree down, then and there. He and his team did a fantastic job! I had asked for the trunk to be cut into sections so that I might use them around my yard...they did it. All the other parts of the tree were put out onto the street for collection. The bits and pieces that were previously covering the lack of fence were all put back into place, better than before. Wow, it's so nice to have the work done so professionally, by a friendly team, and in a very timely manner! The price was fair and averaged out to be less than an estimate made by a company with a Big Deal.
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Clear Vista Tree Service
4.9(
8
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Serving Walnut Creek, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work was done effectively and on time, Clear Vista Tree Service came to our apartment complex and did a wonderful job. They removed a huge pine tree and trimmed a bunch of other trees. They’re a good crew of men who work well together. They cleaned up well after themselves. We’ll be definitely contacting them in the future for any tree service."
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Walnut Creek, 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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