I called for an estimate, and the phone receptionist was very cordial and understanding when I mentioned that I was hoping for a return call from the arborist very soon, as to move forward with my project. She told me it may be the following Tuesday and I was grateful for her honesty. I received a call from Curtis on Monday, not Tuesday. He saw my home on google earth and we talked 20 min about my trees that he could identify online that I wanted removed and gave me a quote. I requested an in person visit to assure my choices were wise. He came that afternoon and educated me about native trees, why to keep them, pruning, the care of the trees I chose to keep, the time of year for best pruning, etc. Some trees I will now wait on till dormant season, I decided to keep most native trees after our conversation. The job was initiated the next day, Tuesday 7:45 am to do the job. Curtis was not present but the 2 gentlemen who arrived to do the minor job (no "in the trees work" required at this point- mostly small tree removal and pruning) were polite and competent, and were in direct phone contact with Curtis when they had a question. Curtis was accessible to them and me within one phone call. The job was complete and it was as expected. The area was left clean. I will have them back in Dec to do the trees that need to be in a dormant state for safe pruning. Overall a good experience and price was worth it. From first phone call to finished project. Thanks. read more

Curtis is sooo badass also his buddy chris bruner They both have lifted American made trucks I met them in sac at a class I bet these harcore money makers bang up soo many women nobody can compete I told curtis that" i wish my son was like you brother a real go getter"! But my son is a 29 yr loser like his mom a cearl eater! Anyways this company is the deffiotion of real axeman read more

I didn't price around much because I already know how dedicated, strait forward and honest the owner, Curtis, is. I already knew I would get quality work, no questions asked. And it so happened, I got a fair quote too. They came fully loaded with all the best equipment, jumped to work immediately and took great care to protect the landscaping and brick wall on few feet from trunk. It looked like there never was a tree. The guys were quick, safe, super pleasant and professional. Highly recommend!! read more

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***Update The tree is filling in beautifully! Our home will stay cooler now for the summer thanks to the shade from the tree. If you're going to have work done, get a professional arborist like Curtis. This was a worthwhile investment and will save us money in the years to come. I had called 7 of the local tree companies in solano county to have our tree trimmed. Curtis was the only one to not only call back the same day BUT to come to the house to do an estimate on the same day. All the other companies either wouldn't come out or it was 2 weeks for an estimate. Some called back days later or not at all. He was super professional and worked with us and explained what the tree needed done. Gave us options and a very fair estimate. Came out on the day and did a great job. Even did a nice clean up of the roof and yard. Definitely recommend them. read more

I needed several trees pruned of dead limbs, and one needed a large branch removed because it was hanging over the house. In addition, I had several other small tasks. Curtis gave me a fair estimate for the work involved I thought, and when his team arrived, they did a great job, including cleaning up the spoils of the pruning. I enjoyed watching them do their work. When they finished, I was very pleased with the work and in choosing Signature Tree Service.Your review helps others learn about great local businesses. Please don't review this business if you received a freebie for writing this review, or if you're connected in any way to the owner or employees. read more

Curtis and his crew did a fantastic job on our house. I will definitely hire Signature again when I clear out more trees/brush. Curtis spent several hours working with us to first survey the property then put together a very professional diagram, arborist report, and quote that made the scope and cost of the work very clear. In addition, he worked with the city to get proper permitting and approval. He was able to accomplish this in only a few days! His team was very professional and courteous. Safety was a big priority and they started and finished the job exactly as planned...they used all modern equipment and outfitting. Once they were finished they cleaned up the yard so well you could not even tell they had been there. Signature even came in below budget!! Curtis offered to refund the amount or do additional work to use up the remaining budget. All in all I am extremely pleased with their work and professionalism and cannot recommend them enough!! Chris read more

Curtis and his crew removed six 60 feet tall Cyprus trees from our backyard and ground their stumps, and pruned our three large oak trees. They did an excellent job, were prompt arriving, safely removed the trees, and took their time pruning the oaks so that the grow the way we want them to. They did an amazing job cleaning up and Curtis was easy to work with and very informative. Pricey, but you get what you pay for. read more

I asked for recommendations on a FB page and got several for this one. I called to ask that someone come out and give me an estimate for some work I needed done on a large white birch tree in my front yard. The owner (Curtis) came out the same day and explained everything I needed to have done (he is very knowledgeable) and price for work. He had a crew here a couple of days later. They did an amazing job and when they were through they cleaned up every last bit of trimmings from my yard and my neighbor's yard. Very professional. I plan to have them back in the spring to do some work on a palm tree in my back yard. I highly recommend this company if you need work done on your trees. Thank you Curtis and crew. read more

STAY AWAY!! from Curtis the Crooked Tree Nerd We hired Signature after meeting with Curtis and discussing our needs to have two trees removed, one trimmed and another trimmed and treated for a pest Curtis is quite the tree nerd...convinced me to pay him more than my other bid as I was impressed with his knowledge. What we talked about is not what he wrote down in tiny print on the work order. They left with full payment in cash promising to come back and treat the one tree. I called for three days and did not receive a call back. Finally reached Curtis on his cell phone and he said the treatment couldn't be done for two to three weeks out ( that was never mentioned ) and it would be $400. I said we paid in full for it, and he claimed it wasn't in the contract. I was willing to pay a little more but I would never have agreed to pay double. read more

Curtis and his crew are great. He shows up on time as scheduled provides great advice regarding tree maintenance and knows his trees. His estimate for work was very reasonable for the work to be performed. Day of the work they again arrived on time allowed for my input as needed and did a great job of cleanup following the job. I have a couple of acres with many trees so look forward to working with Curtis and his team again in the future. read more

I called a few places, Signature Tree Service is the only company that took the time to call me back. BUT,....I am SO glad they did. I have two medium/large ash trees in my back yard. We have always done the extreme cutting back of all the top growth. I thought that was the correct thing to do until I noticed that my once healthy trees are now sun damaged. I called Curtis, the owner of this business and he came out to give me a estimate. Right from the beginning I knew I had called the right company. Curtis told me about my trees and why they are now damaged and how he can fix them. He was very knowledgeable about tree growth, health and disease. The two man crew came out today and they had the trees pruned in about 6 hours. I am so amazed, they never used a single chain saw!!! The man hand cut everything! And it shows! Beautiful work! They took extreme care not to cause any damage and cleaned up everything after they were done. My trees are beautiful and I can see the natural shape in them again. I can't wait until they leaf out this spring. I want to add,....to have my trees properly "groomed" did not cost that much more then the slash and burn method. I highly recommend this company. They are very professional along every step of the way. I do not impress easily, but I am impressed by this company. Thank you, Peggyk read more

Minimal service call $1600 ! No thank you. I just asked for an estimate to remove my dead birch tree. Asked me to send two pics and goggle earth address. No site visit. Must have plenty of work. read more

It was a pleasure to work with Curtis and his team! They were polite, organized and safe in every way possible. Curtis is extremely knowledgeable, and with 5 acres, we look forward to many many more years working with him to manager our property. His prices were fair and the work was exceptional. They were very careful not to damage any of our surrounding fruit trees and were very good at communicating with us. Thanks Curtis!! read more

1. One of 10-Redwood trees (21 years old) 60 feet tall, all located in my back yard property, had a dual co-dominant leader rip off during a recent storm. A 20-30 foot piece tore leaving a single 35 foot tree top leader. From ground level looking up, a 10 foot scar was visible. The remaining tree diameter at the break point appeared to be 50% less than before. My immediate priority was to hire an arborist to provide guidance. I wanted to know if the tree was salvageable or a significant danger to neighbors. 2. I interviewed 4-local tree contractors. I chose Curtis Fosnaugh and his Signature Tree Service Company located in Vacaville, Ca. Why? As a certified arborist, he personally climbed the tree and assessed the remaining co-dominate leader. He stated the tree top might be savable. Every other company suggested cutting the top off. Because of his recommendation, I hired him to try and save the damaged tree, as well as, correct any deficiencies located with-in the other 9-Redwoods. 3. Fortunately, Curtis was available for immediate hire. The next morning at 0830 he arrived with four crew members (3-climbers and 1-ground crew). Curtis provided explicit instructions how the trees were to be pruned to prevent limb and tree damage and abate hazardous concerns. His focus was on preservation and improving tree health. His crew with Arturo as project manager completed the job in 1.5 days or approximately 50 man-hours. Salvador, Julian and Dylan were all excellent team members working nonstop until job completion. 4. I'm not sure why others reviewers were dissatisfied with this company, it could be an ownership growth process, a customer service learning curve, some miscommunication or simply disgruntled clients. I don't know. Here is what I do know based on the past 72-hours: From the moment I spoke with Curtis on site, he encompassed everything a professional contractor should be. He was knowledgeable, competent and professionally certified. His crew was articulate, punctual, well trained, well-mannered and extremely safety conscious. They were joyful and pleasant while working and accomplishing their tasks efficiently. They answered all questions and cleaned up after themselves before departure. 5. Based on 30 years military experience and my personal observations watching them work, their work ethic proved to me Signature Tree Service has the right stuff! Give them a try, I did. My wife and I are ecstatic with the job they accomplished. read more

Best service! Guys were across the street working and finished job around 4pm. Called Curtis (owner), he quoted us price and his team came over and chopped down 3 trees we needed removed. I think the fellow who was team leader was Danny. Very friendly and thorough explaining what the process would be as far as removing trees and clean up. This company made time to complete my job same day since in the neighborhood. It was a full day for them and I appreciated their hard work. A+ service. Thank you! We still need to get 2 stumps out of a planter but that will be another day due to ramp needed. read more

Stay away from these guys .. They damaged my neighbors side walk and refuse to repair . Drove their truck over about 20 feet of it and broke it, I called several times and they refuse to fix it , luckily I can attach their bond and the city may take legal action ,, and to top it off my tree looks horrible . Their are much better insured and professional tree services around , make sure to read the reviews below the top few. As I'm sure the top ones are staged in my opinion . read more

Curtis is very professional, knowledgable and helpful. When he came out to inspect our trees for the first time, I was so impressed with his knowledge and suggestions. We trust him and know our trees are well cared for. I have also referred him to our friends and they were also impressed with his great knowledge and professionalism. The project in both cases was completed in a day, with his professional crew. Both of our families would definately use Signature Tree Service for all of our future tree care. read more

My husband and I were very impressed with the professionalism of this company. The owner did an amazing job communicating with us and letting us know the price and what to expect. The crew was here on time and did a phenomenal job with our tree trimming and they cleaned up afterwards. We highly recommend them and look forward to using Signature Tree for our future tree needs. read more

I hired Curtis with Signature tree service to remove several HUGE bull pines ,on the slope directly above my house, he fell the trees exactly in the place he wanted, without damaging my landscape ,expertise and precision , Safe & professional , I highly recommend This tree service!!!!! Just a note little trees are easy BIG trees can take out your house!! Thank you Curtis !! read more

In April, I needed an 80+year old Redwood removed. Talked with the Signature folks at a booth at the Solano County Home Show. Paid $75 for them to come out and give me an assessment. Chris arrived on time the date scheduled. He agreed it was dangerous, so we scheduled a date a few weeks out to have it removed. I had noticed they were selling 10-12 foot Redwood slabs at the Home Show and asked if that would be possible. He said no, they would be cutting it down in 3 feet sections, but he could get me a couple of big rounds from the bottom.I also said I was interested in the chippings,but couldn't confirm that yet. He said they'd call the day before the job to confirm, so that I could inform the renters. He also said he would be supervising the job. A few weeks later he called and said they would be doing it in the next couple of days. I said I was interested in the chippings and would have my dad bring a trailer down to collect them as they chipped. He said they would call me the night before. A couple of days later, I get a text from the neighbor with a picture of the tree stripped and just about down. She said that Chris hadn't supervised the job, the owner had. They had cut the trunk down in 10-12 foot sections, but they hadn't even left any large rounds (4 people could sit around them). Chris called that evening, frantic for the rest of the payment for the job. When he came by my house to pick it up, he apologized that I did not get a call the night before, but assured me the rounds and chipping would be delivered. I've called at least once a week until July, asking about the rounds and chipping, and spoke with a very nice woman. She said she would let Curtis know. I have never heard from him nor received the rounds or chipping. read more

This company is AWESOME!!! Very professional. Curtis the owner and certified arborist came out and spent about 45 min talking to me about what work I wanted done and the health of my trees. I was very impressed. He quickly gave me a quote, and got me scheduled the next day. Unfortunately they ended up being unexpectedly busy and had to reschedule for the following day. I totally didn't mind that at all only because Curtis called and communicated with me. He always kept me in the loop, which is something I look for when dealing with any type of service. The following day Nick and Jessie showed up at my home. Very professional, went over the work order with me, asked me specifically what I wanted done, and promptly got to work! These men paid attention to detail, spoke w my neighbor regarding questions he had, and cleaned up everything perfectly! I think what impressed me most was that my neighbor wanted another limb cut ( over his lawn) but Nick tried to explain that it wasn't good for the health of my tree with all the cuts that were already made. It made me feel that he really cared about what he was doing! I highly recommend this company and will be calling them for all my tree needs! read more

Called in a couple of months ago for an estimate and spoke to Curtis. After him insisting I need a consultation (at an extra charge), he reluctantly scheduled an appointment. Then never showed. This is the second time I've tried to get an estimate from these people. Don't waste your time. read more

The work discussed with the man who came to give the estimate was not communicated on the work order the workers brought with them. Nor did they complete the work after it was described to them. During the clean phase, instead of collecting all the leaves, they blew a good portion of them into my neighbors hedges. If I ever need any more work done, they will not be doing it. read more

I'm very pleased with this company and the results of our Willow Tree. They took the time to go over with us what will be done to our way overgrown tree. They were very professional from start to end. They cleaned up the mess perfectly! Not a branch on the ground! Would highly recommend them. Thanks guys! read more

It took me repeated attempts to get an estimate. The rep showed up early with no phone call that had been promised. He new very little about trees and couldn't even identify common ones. He said he would email an estimate, I waited two weeks before making other arrangements. If they are this unprofessional I would hate to see who they send out to do the work. I would give no stars but site doesn't allow. read more

The trees look great! Signature Tree Service provided exceptional results in a very professional manner. They arrived on time, trimmed the trees, and cleaned everything up. Nice to have a company deliver on their promises! We would definitely recommend them. read more

I called for an estimate and replied with an email thru his email and also YELP. After a few days I got a response thru YELP and he said that he needed to get at least $800 to send a crew out, and for just this small tree it wouldn't be worth it. But if I'd send him two pictures of the tree, he would give me a ball park figure on cost. I sent him the pictures and a brief description as to what I wanted and waited for three days with no response. I finally called his Vacaville number and got a woman who said she'd give him my number. He called back and left his number and said to call anytime and I did as soon as I got back home (5:00pm) and no answer. Called back at 2:00 the next and now he says it'll be OVER $1600 just to trim!! All the other bids (5) are less then $1200, and they at least showed up to look at the tree! read more

Curtis is a great Salesman. The job started out as a month out until we gave him some sales objections. We went from a month out to 3 weeks - 2 weeks out - That Monday. He asked for a deposit to reserve the time. (My fault for giving one) I got another bid and canceled the job that evening 4 hours after Curtis gave me a bid. Over a month has gone by and Curtis will not return my calls or emails until today. He had his lawyer email me. Why can't he handle this on his own? Just do the right thing and return the money. read more

Terrible company. Hired them to do stump grinding and to chop down some tree trunks. They missed some stumps and completely damaged my fence. Came back and took care of the missed stumps. Attempted to fix my fence with tape and wrong gauge chain link. Are you kidding me? Over a month later, my fence is still damaged. They refuse to return phone calls. Going to see our family attorney about this. read more

Curtis gave us the best quote in town, and Arturo and partner came and took out our dying, but quite large tree. These guys were clearly very experienced, and surely my job of just one tree was nothing for them, but I was treated as well as if it were a large project. I can't be happier with the job. Clean, professional, FAST, and the best price... what more could I ask for? I recommend Signature Tree Service without hesitation. read more

Curtis and his crew did a great job. They were quick, affordable and when they were do wit looked like they were never there. Cleaned up everything including taking out the stump. Would suggest them to anyone looking for any tree services. read more

Thank you for such great service! Curtis was at my house the same day I called for a quote! He even filled out and delivered my tree removal application to the City of Benicia. They arrived promptly on the day of removal and within an hour and a half removed a 100 ft. tree! Not only did they remove it they cleaned up afterwards leaving my yard in pristine condition. read more