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Arcata · Humboldt County

Tree Trimming in Arcata

Trees in Arcata put on weight all year in the coastal climate. We trim for structure and health, so your trees shed the wind instead of catching it.

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Tree Trimming in Arcata, at a glance

Tree trimming is selective pruning that manages a tree's structure, health, and clearance: removing dead and hazardous limbs, thinning crowded growth so wind passes through the crown, and lifting canopies clear of roofs and service lines. Done by an ISA certified arborist, it extends a tree's life; done wrong, it shortens it.

Arcata trees live with redwood-country lots, coastal fog growth, and full-size conifers standing close to older homes. Around here that mostly means coast redwood, Sitka spruce, Douglas fir, red alder, and when one of them needs attention, you want a crew that has worked on that exact kind of tree in that exact weather.

Fog and rain keep trees on the Humboldt and Del Norte coast growing nearly year-round. That is wonderful for the forests and demanding for the trees in your yard, because growth means weight, and weight over a roof or a driveway is a liability with a timer on it.

There is a difference between cutting branches and pruning a tree. We cut to the branch collar so wounds close properly, we keep live-crown removal within what the species tolerates, and we never top a tree. Every trim is planned around what the tree needs and what you need from it.

We are a native-owned, family-run company serving all of Humboldt County, and Arcata is part of our weekly rounds, not a special trip. The quote is free, the number is firm, and the site gets left clean.

Tree Trimming in Arcata includes

  • Health and structure assessment with every trim
  • Roof, chimney, and utility-drop clearance
  • Crown thinning and windsail reduction before storm season
  • Deadwood removal and proper collar cuts, never topping
  • On-site chipping and full cleanup

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Our process

Simple, and only a few steps

Our process is simple and only contains a few simple steps. From the first call to the final rake, here is how it goes.

  1. 1

    Call or send the form

    Tell us what the tree is doing. Photos help. We usually respond the same business day.

  2. 2

    Free on-site quote

    We walk the job with you, explain your options honestly, and give you a firm number. No pressure.

  3. 3

    We do the work

    A licensed, insured crew shows up on time and works safely: careful rigging, quiet electric saws where we can.

  4. 4

    Clean site, done deal

    Brush chipped, wood handled your way, site raked. The job is done when it looks the way we promised.

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What your neighbors say

★★★★★5 stars on Google · 100+ reviews

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“Jacob was thorough and effective, listening to my choices about what to do (and what not to do) on our property.Frank was amazing to watch in the trees, so safe, so sure, and careful. I thoroughly appreciated all of their good work.”
Roberta RussellGoogle review
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“Jacob, Andrew and Issac of True Tree Service, are gentlemen that care about their trade and their customers. They listen to the customer and encourage their feedback on their work. TTS is very competitive with their pricing along with their quality workmanship.One cannot go wrong hiring TTS.”
Steve TurnerGoogle review
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“Friendly, efficient crew and great price”
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Tree Trimming in Arcata: questions

How much does tree trimming cost in Arcata?

It depends on the job: the size and condition of the tree, access on your property, and what you want done with the wood and brush. Quotes in Arcata are free and firm, so you will have an exact number before anything is scheduled.

How soon can you do tree trimming at my Arcata property?

Quotes usually happen within a few days. Scheduling depends on the season, and winter storm work moves fastest. If your tree is an immediate hazard, say so when you call; hazard calls get priority in both counties.

Who does the work?

Our own crew, licensed under CSLB #1132934 and fully insured, led by ISA certified arborists. We do not broker jobs out to other companies, so everyone working on your property works for True Tree Service.

Need tree trimming in Arcata?

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