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Licensed CSLB #1132934 · ISA certified arborists

The tree service Humboldt and Del Norte trust

Removal, trimming, stump grinding, and storm cleanup across Humboldt and Del Norte, by ISA certified arborists. Licensed CSLB #1132934.

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What we do

Full-service tree care, done in house

The highest-rated tree service in Humboldt and Del Norte counties: 5 stars on Google across 100+ reviews. From a hedge that needs shaping to a hundred-foot conifer over your roof, our own licensed and insured crews do the work. Nothing gets brokered out to a subcontractor. Everyone who sets foot on your property works for True Tree Service.

True Tree Service faller making a back cut on a large Douglas fir

Tree Removal

Safe removal of hazardous, dead, or unwanted trees, from tight backyard spots to full-size conifers.

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True Tree Service climber dismantling a dead-topped hazard hardwood above homes

Tree Trimming

Structural trimming that protects your roof and power lines and keeps trees healthy through storm season.

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True Tree Service sawyer flush-cutting a stump low before grinding, sawdust flying

Stump Grinding

Stumps ground below grade so you can plant, mow, or build over the spot instead of mowing around it.

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True Tree Service climber working high in a conifer canopy

Plant & Ornamental Pruning

Careful pruning for ornamentals, fruit trees, and hedges, timed to the species so plants thrive.

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True Tree Service sawyer working a felling cut on a large redwood, sawdust flying

Brush Chipping & Hauling

On-site chipping that turns brush piles into mulch, or hauls the whole mess away. Your call.

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Storm season

Storm & Emergency Tree Service

Tree on the house, driveway blocked, limb hanging by a thread? Call us first thing. We prioritize hazard calls across both counties.

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Why True Tree

A different kind of tree company

True Tree Service started with a passion for climbing and a simple idea: tree work here could be quieter, more careful, and more honest about price.

You will notice the difference in small things. Electric saws in the morning so the block stays peaceful. Wood chips offered to gardeners instead of hauled to the dump. Firewood rounds left for whoever needs them. A crew that answers the phone and shows up when it said it would.

And you will notice it in the big thing: if your tree does not need to come down, we will tell you so.

Meet the crew
True Tree Service climber ascending a fir above a North Coast river valleyView from a True Tree climber's helmet camera high above a customer's propertySawyer working a felling cut on a large redwood, sawdust flyingTrue Tree Service bucket truck set up under coastal conifers

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.

Google Reviews

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”
Kris ButlerGoogle review
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Where we work

From Rio Dell to the Oregon line

Two crews, two counties, one phone number. We are based in McKinleyville and Crescent City, which is why we can be there fast when the wind takes something down.

Humboldt County

Based in McKinleyville, working the whole county:

Del Norte County

A second crew base in Crescent City covers the north:

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you charge for estimates?

No. Every quote is free. We walk the job with you, explain what we would do and why, and give you a firm number before any work is scheduled.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. True Tree Service is a licensed California contractor, CSLB #1132934, and fully insured. You are welcome to verify the license on the CSLB website.

What areas do you serve?

All of Humboldt and Del Norte counties: Arcata, Eureka, McKinleyville, Fortuna, Cutten, Rio Dell, Blue Lake, Trinidad, Willow Creek, Crescent City, Smith River, Fort Dick, Gasquet, Hiouchi, and Klamath.

Do you offer financing?

Yes. Tree work is not always in the month's budget, especially when a hazard tree cannot wait. We offer financing options so the safe choice is also a workable one.

Why electric saws?

Because nobody likes a two-stroke screaming at 8am. We often open morning work with quiet electric saws, so the neighborhood, the baby, and the dog all stay calm while the work gets done.

Ready for a straight answer about your trees?

Free quotes. Honest recommendations. A clean site when we leave.

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