🌳 Official Rankings
10 Best Tree Service in Santa Cruz, CA (August 2026)
We compared 10 tree service serving Santa Cruz and Santa Cruz County, California, and ranked the top providers by verified reviews, ratings, and local reputation — 304 customer reviews in all.
The 10 listed below hold an average rating of 4.9 out of 5, led by Mighty Will's Gardening, Hauling, and Demo. Updated for August 2026.
- Tree Service ranked
- 10
- Average rating
- 4.9★
- Reviews analyzed
- 304
- Area code
- 831
Mighty Will's Gardening, Hauling, and Demo
⭐ 5.0 · 74 reviews
985 30th Ave #9, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Adney Tree Service, Inc
⭐ 5.0 · 54 reviews
335 Spreckels Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
Orchard Keepers
⭐ 4.9 · 41 reviews
116 McPherson St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Lewis Tree Service
⭐ 4.8 · 63 reviews
1500 Brommer St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Stump King Removal Specialist
⭐ 4.9 · 10 reviews
2636 17th Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
Tree Service in Santa Cruz — FAQs
What is the average price to have a tree taken down in Santa Cruz?+
Cost depends on the tree's height, its proximity to structures and power lines, and whether you want the stump ground out, so Santa Cruz companies quote after seeing the tree. The area's tall redwoods and pines can make removals large jobs; on-site estimates are the best way to compare.
How do I choose a tree service company in Santa Cruz?+
Compare local companies on verified reviews, confirm they're insured, and ask whether cleanup and stump grinding are included. Top-rated options serving Santa Cruz include Adney Tree Service, Inc and Quality Arbor Care. A reputable company assesses access and hazards before quoting.
What time of year is best for tree service in Santa Cruz?+
Many trees are best pruned during dormancy in late fall and winter, though timing varies by species. Hazardous or storm-damaged trees shouldn't wait — ask your Santa Cruz tree service what's right for your trees.
What areas do Santa Cruz tree services serve?+
Santa Cruz is in Santa Cruz County and uses the 831 area code. Most tree companies listed here also serve surrounding Santa Cruz County communities, so mention your location when you call.
Tree Service listed here serve Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz County, and nearby ZIP codes including 95060, 95061, 95062, 95063, 95064, 95065.