2/23/26 - Today TREMASTERS came to my home in Sonoma and removed a decaying live oak tree. The crew supervisor, Bert, and his team of 3 people were professional, curious and did an amazing job. My tree was overhanging my house so they used a small crane to extract the heavy limbs. Avoiding my house and powerlines, this team moved in synchronicity . What was very clear from the beginning was their attention to safety not only for the property but for themselves. These people are complete professionals. From working with the certified arborist, David Orlandi, to Bert's crew, I cannot say enough about what a positive experience this was. read more

Professional services, really good job for remove the trees and take care of the landscape! So luck to work with them. Especially David, who is really professional and gives us very valuable information! read more

We are so grateful to Mike and Kevin for delivering our school some woodchips! The children LOVED watching Kevin dump his truckload and waved and hollared thank you to him! He, in return, honked his horn and waved. Professional, polite, efficient and friendly!! read more

I want to express appreciation for how responsive Treemasters was when one of our 80+ foot tall Valley Oaks was uprooted and fell over in our backyard on New Year's Eve day two years ago. After hearing it (quietly) fall and land about 6am, I called their number wanting to get in line and expecting to leave a message. They called me back almost right away, and organized a visit to our yard and the neighbor's yard, as well as a check by the fire department (lines), by 8am that same morning. Amazing to have this kind of service. To be fair, we were existing customers who had had major trimming work done on our set of valley oaks and other trees, but still we felt very lucky since many inches of rain meant that a lot of trees were falling in our area that weekend. Treemasters determined what needed to be done, and how to deal with the tree landing across the creek in the lower backyard and diagonally into a neighbor's fence. The clearing job took about a week with half a dozen workers, and we also took the recommendation to trim and clear the trunks of the remaining two oaks. Great work! read more

I had Treemasters do some work at my mother's house in San Francisco, and they did such a great job that I had them come to my home in Napa as well. The arborist came out and showed real plant health care expertise while also being very friendly and easy to work with. He identified what my plants needed and explained it clearly. Erickson then came out and applied the proper nutrients to the plants that needed help, and she was just as knowledgeable and personable. The whole process was smooth and professional, and I really appreciate the level of care from both of them. I highly recommend Treemasters. read more

Treemasters answered the phone on the initial inquiry, showed up on time and quickly for the estimate, handled all of the permit process with the city, made the work appointment, cut down the tree, cleaned up after themselves and left the site orderly...really what more could you ask from a licensed tree contractor? We're grateful for their work ethic and the end result was exactly what we were looking for. Five stars all around. read more

Today was our second time hiring Treemasters, and both the process and the work were outstanding. The property where we live is on a steep slop on 2 sides, and was planted with numerous trees by the original owner nearly 50 years ago. William, certified arborist with Treemasters, previously consulted with us about removing 5 full grown black Acacias (which had been infested by a beetle) and a dead birch (which had been struck by lightning) on the property. I left a prior positive review for that job. We knew that we would also need to schedule treatment for two other 40+ year old birch trees, and removal of one additional dead birch tree, all of which had been infested by birch borers. Arborist William was still concerned about preserving any and trees whenever possible: when trees could be treated or trimmed instead of removed, that was his top priority. This time we had the second dead birch tree removed, and are scheduled for treatment for the two still-living birch trees. The Treemasters crew arrived promptly, and were working in a very confined space. The tree to be removed was close not only to one of our fences but also a neighbor's fence. The crew was extremely professional, courteous, and expertly and quickly removed the tree and cleared up all of the debris. In summary: At this point we have needed to have 7 elderly trees removed from a steep property - in a neighborhood with narrow, winding, and at times steep roads. Treemasters has consistently performed above and beyond expectations in terms of arrival, expert removal, and debris cleanup. Our assigned arborist has repeatedly demonstrated interest in protecting and preserving trees whenever possible rather than advocating for work just for the sake of getting a sale. Based in part on our positive experience, two different neighbors have now also had Treemasters out to assist with tree maintenance, and we are all very happy with the results. Even after we have the birch borer treatment for the remaining trees done, I plan to reach out to Treemasters for any other treatments and pruning advice for the remaining trees on the property. Finally, I want to mention the front office staff: my main contact for scheduling, billing, and questions has been with office staff member Jessica, who is a *gem.* She is always pleasant, cheerful, and helpful. In fact, whether it was related to scheduling, billing, or other questions, everyone I have spoken with at Treemasters has been polite and professional. read more

Arborist Mike Queirolo and the Treemasters team did a great job advising, facilitating and navigating our large project with the town. When it came time for the day of work, the crew was fantastic -- everybody was friendly, courteous and worked with professionalism. They cleaned up at the end of the day, and worked hard to finish the project according to our exact specifications. Thanks again! read more

Treemasters has been amazing to work with! The scheduling staff was very friendly and helpful and we were contacted by certified arborist William within a very short time. William was punctual, professional, and seemed sincerely interested in helping us find the right solutions to various jobs that needed doing. I can not say enough glowing and positive things about how professional and courteous he was. We needed several black acacia trees removed, as well as a large birch tree that had been killed by birch borers, and our property is steep and uneven . The crew showed up today. It was almost like watching an acrobat team as they gracefully, swiftly, and expertly brought each tree down. I am going to copy what another reviewer already said because it is perfect: "The crew that completed the work today was exceptional. They arrived early, set up traffic signage, confirmed what we wanted completed, and got to work immediately. The coordination of the work was impressive, expert, and with a high regard for safety and efficiency. There are not enough superlatives for this company. " I was so impressed with William and the crew that I have already recommended them to my next door neighbor, who also needed some tree work done. You *know* a company is good when you recommend them to the people who live next door to you! :) If and when we need tree work done again I will not hesitate to call Treemasters immediately. read more

Update as of 6/16/24: We had the tree assessed in 2023 and were told that it was within 2-5 years of its life expectancy for a Monterey Pine in a suburban neighborhood, so we finally decided to take it down. It was still in good health -- just 50+ years old and living wedged between concrete and tar. It had a good long run, including 14+ years after Treemasters advised that it needed to come down, and it never gave us any trouble. RIP Tree read more

From start to finish, every aspect of the job was done professionally. Mike, a certified Arborist with Treemasters, reviewed our needs and spoke with our neighbor to assure them that the work we wanted to do to trim the tops of a few of their trees would neither be noticeable from their property nor do any harm. He was punctual, thorough, considerate, and provided excellent advice. His obvious expertise and communication skills made us confident in following his recommendations. We appreciated that Treemasters recognized their work could disrupt the neighborhood, and chose to "swarm" the job to complete everything in one day. Our extensive project saw 12 skilled workers arriving on time and swiftly "cutting" through the tasks. Sam, the supervisor, ensured that both the mandatory and aesthetic trimming was done exactly as Mike and we had planned. From removing a Bay to trimming many other trees and clearing fire hazards, the work was exceptionally well done. Cleanup was meticulous, leaving our property in pristine condition. The result is a healthier property and a beautifully sculpted view of Hawthorne Valley and Mt. Tam. We couldn't be happier with the outcome and would highly recommend Treemasters! read more

I meet with Treemasters after reading their positive reviews to have 2 Oak Trees branches cut. When I meet with them they seem to have no problem and offered to trim a Magnolia Tree too. The price of &5,600. seemed high but these trees were large. I signed their contract but did not read their terms which was cutting the two oak trees about 2-4 inches. I text and the owner responded and they came back but only cut a little bit more of one Oak and one of their tree cutters spilled some oil on a small wooden chair next to my door that was not even by the trees. so overall very disappointed . read more

Treemasters - Tree Services Near Me - San Rafael, California

Price, service, professionalism. They are the third tree service company that I have worked with and I wish I had found them before dealing with the first two. They beat on price(by a lot relative to the big name company you see everywhere) , they are very polished and professional, and they left the worksite in better shape that which they found it. read more

Treemasters removed two trees for us that had been flagged as fire risks. Their bid for the work was timely and competitive . They arrived as scheduled, efficiently went about their business, and thoroughly cleaned up all of the debris. Treemasters was completely professional throughout the entire process. We strongly recommend them. read more

First off, I want to say this review is not about the actual work that was done by Treemasters. The Arborist, Mike, was very knowledgeable and professional and the crew that worked on my property was top notch, except for the young kid, Will.. The main problem is with the office staff; Olivia in particular. She is beyond rude and unprofessional and made me feel like I was wasting her time when I called and had questions about what type of services they offered and if they would be able to help me. In spite of the work being good, I would definitely suggest someone else... The lack of customer service was appalling. read more

A very good job in both pruning the tree and cleaning up the debris. Arrived on time and were conscientious in all their work.

Treemasters are responsible, reliable and just a honest company to do business with. You can find cheaper but you can't find better. read more

Just want to send a hats off to Tad and Treemasters for delivering a choice load of bark chips and mulch. It was carefully and perfectly placed exactly where we had asked. We were able to cover our entire back, side and front yard, and even had some left to share with a neighbor. This was premium service, and we are so happy to have received it just prior to all this rain. It looks beautiful, and really added a finished look to our landscaping. It will also keep our plants healthier and the ground more moist. Thank you so much Tad and Treemasters!!! Keep it up! Gratefully, Maria Treadway read more

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They were able to take care of some tree maintenance on my property and it turned out well. They showed up on time, provided an easy contactless payment and communication experience and cleaned up perfectly when they were done. They aren't cheap but that's not always what I'd look for when trying to cut down branches near power lines :) They were fairly priced but they sure were efficient. read more

When you hire this company, remember that they are in bed with the Town and Cities. The owner is unethical and rude so if you are experiencing this in your interaction with this company, know that you are not alone. Totally sketchy business. read more

Treemasters have been our favorite, most reliable arborists we have found in Marin. Reliable, honest, hard working, highly recommend!

My elderly mom needed several large trees thinned and removed from her home in Mill Valley. We received 4 estimates and the Treemasters estimate was competitive. The big differentce was that Treemasters recommended several great things to do to open up the view and make the lot appear bigger and somehow friendlier. This will help fetch a higher price when selling. Not one of the other estimators took this approach and it really paid off for us. They also took a video, walking us through the job specifics so there was no confusion when the job was finished. I would use their services again and I have referred them business. Thanks Treemasters! read more

We cannot say enough about Treemasters. We have had two tree removal projects in the last 2 years that Treemasters has completed with timeliness, quality, professionalism, and efficiency. We were contacted within a few hours of submitting a quote request online by the scheduling staff and had a visit with the arborist, William, set up within days. William was punctual, knowledgeable, thorough in evaluating what we needed and had a detailed estimate for us within a day. We were advised of an cancellation so the work on our property was scheduled just a few days after the initial site visit. The crew that completed the work today was exceptional. They arrived early, set up traffic signage, confirmed what we wanted completed, and got to work immediately. The coordination of the work was impressive, expert, and with a high regard for safety and efficiency. There are not enough superlatives for this company. We highly recommend Treemasters and would not consider any other company for any tree work needed. read more

We have a liquid amber tree and a mulberry tree in our front yard. Both were massively overgrown. Treemasters expertly trimmed and shaped both trees to our complete satisfaction. They had exactly the equipment needed, including a large boom lift, and the operators were very skilled. They were very efficient, completing their work in about 90 minutes, including a very thorough cleanup. We could not be happier. Last year Treemasters cut down an extremely large pine tree in our back yard, and they did an excellent job then as well. read more

Five stars, great service, great price and great experience. Thank you Patrick and team!

We had six trees trimmed, thinned & shaped plus a tall 25 year old boxwood hedge shortened. Two weeks from calling Treemasters to job completion. Very happy with quality of their work including the clean-up of debris and the professionalism of the crew. Very conscientious about signage and cones along street. Compliments from neighbors. Will definitely use them again. read more

Professional, knowledgeable, friendly, punctual. Best tree/arborist service in Marin!

These guys were incredible. A massive oak fell on my house at 4:00 in the morning. They had a guy out to inspect by 6:00 am and the crew was there by 8:00. Tad, the owner, was unbelievably helpful. The tree was gone by 2:00 pm, and my property was spotless. He also set up a roofer to be there when they finished to patch my roof ahead of the incoming storm. I will not use another tree company ever. read more

These folks did a great job with tree service on our commercial property at 1595 Grant Ave. It had many very large and overgrown trees including redwoods, firs, and liquid ambers. They removed several large and unhealthy trees, and pruned and shaped the remainder. Ground the stumps away. They did everything I had asked them to do, expertly! read more

Best tree trimming service we have ever had living here for 35 years. Tad was very thorough in explaining our needs and planning what needed to be done. The trimmed trees were beautiful, and not a leaf or twig was left after they were done. In fact, they cleaned off the shed roof and several other areas not really related to their work where we had no expectations of them doing anything. Definitely will be our go to tree service in the future. read more

They came out quickly to provide a reasonable quote for removing a tree that was too close to our foundation and cleaning up some stumps. Once we accepted the quote they gave us a good date (about 2-weeks out) for doing the work. The team arrived punctually, methodically completed the work, and cleaned up after themselves (which is good for keeping the neighbors happy in Mill Valley). Definitely would call them for any future work. read more

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Do not use this service. They quote work, don't do what they say they will do and charge a ton of money. You would be better off using a butter knife to trim trees! read more

I have lived here in Marin County for 28 years, and own other properties here in the county and, from the very first time I called Treemasters, have experienced only the very best of service, professionalism, and technical service. I have hired them often, sometimes to trim trees, sometimes to remove trees, and once even to help me save a favorite tree from dying (success!). In every case they were stellar! I love that Treemasters is a hometown, born and bred operation. When you get a visit from Tad, or one of the Davids, you get genuine care for your tree(s), clear explanation of your options, and a informative description of your tree, it's problems, or even the lack thereof. I have learned so much from their expertise, and have developed a whole new appreciation for the trees around us. As for pricing, Treemasters presents you with a bid that outlines the necessary procedures, their costs, and includes a copy of their insurance coverages and license information. The price has always been fair, and when the job was done I could see the reason; this is top notch service. Dealing with office staff, and billing, is friendly, streamlined, and painless. When they make an appointment they keep it. Everybody shows up, on time, with the right equipment, and conduct themselves professionally; from crew chief to clean-up guy. The crew is efficient, meticulous, and considerate of my neighbors. They have always left my property clean of debris, and well groomed before they finish. Honestly, I wouldn't turn to anyone else for tree care, and I am always as confident in recommending them to friends and neighbors, as I am here now, recommending them to you. read more

Six stars if that were possible! Treemasters cut down an overgrown 40 foot tall Chinese Elm for us today, and ground down the stump. No more roof drain clogs for us! Watching the crew work was fascinating - highly professional, very careful and safety-conscious, cleaned up so well that you could not tell they were here. Fair price, and Tad himself came around to keep an eye on things. Can't go wrong with these folks. read more

Treemasters - Tree Services Near Me - San Rafael, California

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This service was terrific in removing some 1986 trees that had roots messing with my 1906 house. They were efficient and communication was great. Highly recommend. (Their green business policy is also very good - I knew the wood would go to its highest use). read more

My wife grew up with Tad Jacobs, so when my family moved back to Marin after 25 years on the East Coast and purchased a 1/4 acre dream property up on Mt. Tam that was surrounded by several, massive, dying Monterey Pines, we called Treemasters, and boy am I glad we did. I wish we had a few months sooner, before one fell on our roof in a storm during the Winter of 22. At that point, we were working with a smaller Arborist who had trimmed the dying trees to see if we could get some more life out of them, which was a big waste resources. Long story short, we reached out to Treemasters, this past October, and Tad's crew was on site within days and removed the rest of the large Pines (6) in a couple of days! We were prepared for this job to last a while and were blown away by how efficiently and effectively this crew worked together. Everyone knew their place; they were extremely well-choreographed. Also tidy- They left the site immaculate. Fast forward a month... severe weather hit in a way the area hasn't experienced in decades, high wind and rain for weeks. I have no doubt that if this job hadn't been executed when it was, we would have had catastrophic damage to our home from more trees falling on our house. Thank you, Tad and the Treemasters crew! I would recommend them to anyone looking for expert Arborists with a lifelong understanding of the area and the trees that grow here. They also expertly pruned our remaining trees, including several fruit trees, in those two days as well. This tree job was the most significant work we have done on our property so far, and well worth it. read more

Treemasters are amazing! From the office staff to the arborist...all our experiences with them have been extremely positive. We've called them on many occasions. The first time was in 2015 for our sick Japanese maple. The owner himself, Tad, came out because we lived in his neighborhood. He took the time to explain what he thought was happening with our tree but also sent an arborist for a complete diagnosis. The consult was free and the rates for treatment competitive. Treemasters just recently came out to cut down a dead tree near our backyard (Jan 2018). They even hauled away a huge pile of our garden clippings without us asking them to. They left our backyard cleaner than how they found it! Amazing! I just can't say enough positive things about the crew and how the whole job was executed. Treemasters rocks it and I highly recommend them! read more

Treemasters - Capturing the Treemasters crew in action Professional, courteous, efficient...over all amazing! Thank you Treemasters! - Tree Services Near Me - San Rafael, California

During the 2023 storms we worried about our HUGE eucalyptus tree. It was near our house and two neighbors homes. We call a few top companies in Marin County to get bids -- and while we had other work that needed to be done as well (trimming of a row of Eugenia trees, trimming of another two trees). Treemasters was referred to us by a dear friend (and master gardener). Their bid was fair, detailed, and lower than others who didn't clearly explain how much they would remove -- or go into detail about the other tree trimming we needed in our yard (to be done at the same time). Treemasters was responsive, scheduled us quickly (even with the storms and their need all over the county) and provided all insurance support for their work. Their team (of 6 - 7) showed up with safety gear, and executed this precarious trimming job with care, caution, and efficiency. Sammy (the group leader) was wonderful in orchestrating the team, the process and dealing with our flights of stairs, tight cul de sac (and need to pull the grinder up to the house), and care needed to protect our newly installed pavers in our driveway. We even asked if they could grind out a stump at another time, and they managed to do it while there were there in addition to all of the other jobs we had for them. The job site was clean and tidy when they left. We were incredibly happy, impressed and relieved -- we will call them for any tree work in the future. Highly RECOMMEND Treemasters. read more

After driving all day after a memorial service trip to SoCal we arrived to find a huge oak had fallen across the driveway, completely blocking access to the house. Tad and his worker Antonio were there within a half hour (late on a Saturday) to clear the driveway so we could get through. Very much appreciated the fast service! read more

Treemasters - Huge oak completely blocking drive. - Tree Services Near Me - San Rafael, California

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I needed a tree taken down and another trimmed. Out of 4 companies we called, they were the ONLY one that responded. I even called the others twice and they didn't even call back - and they're well known tree companies. Treemasters came out to look at the trees, a written bid is in my mailbox within the week. I got a follow up call 2-3 weeks later (didn't get back to them yet cause I'd been trying to get a hold of the other bozos). The trimmed tree looks terrific, 1000x better than I envisioned. Swept and cleaned up like they were never here. Crew was wonderful and accommodating (even well dressed). Job done as promised, high quality work, on time, no hassles, very efficient, knowledgeable. GREAT job. I'm posting this review because I really appreciate a professional company - especially one in the home improvement field - and they deserve a big pat on the back! If you've ever had a bad contractor then you know what I mean. They really have their act together. read more