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    AAA Arbor First

    4.7 (46 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Tree planting

    Tree pruning or trimming

    Tree stump removal

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    This was a garden
    J D.

    I did not hire Arbor First. A neighbor did. I came home at lunch to find my yard completely full of tree timings, up to my shoulders and I couldn't open my back door. Nobody notified me that they were going to enter my property / drop tree trimmings in my yard. My entire garden was destroyed. My dogs could have been hurt. The crew said they knocked on my door at 8:30a but no one was home...Of course, I was at work. Anything could have happened on my property and these guys insisted that it was my fault I wasn't home when it was convenient for them to knock on my door. The crew came over the fence to toss the trimmings back over the fence, completely trampling what was left of my garden. All the while making nasty comments about me. A guy then came to my door wanting to see my yard, I asked him why I didn't get notice, he said he has his schedule and I have mine. So his message was F U, he notifies people when it's convenient and it was not his fault I wasn't home. Then he threatens to kick my dogs teeth out and said derogatory things about me. Of course my dog was barking, this guy was acting threatening on my property. At least one bird nest destroyed. This major vegetation removal work took place within nesting season and I know there was at least one nest. A permit is required during nesting season even on private property for major vegetation removal. Since there was a nest, they would have been required to wait til June 30th. The trees had been a problem for YEARS so waiting a couple weeks would not have made any difference. It was just convenient for them, F the birds and the neighbors seems to be their message. Do not hire these guys, inconsiderate, illegal, and will cause damage. They do not appear to be licensed contractors. I couldn't find them in a license search for a C-61/D-49 tree service license which means they may not have proper insurance either, leaving customers open to liability.

    Two 60-foot redwoods. Dead from drought
    Jim S.

    The excellent Arbor First crew just left our property and the work they did was superb. Bob has gathered a group of professionals who work as a well-oiled machine. I was amazed at how much they accomplished in just one day. They showed up on time, were respectful of the neighbors, and cleaned up thoroughly when they finished (ahead of schedule).

    Debbie O.

    We have a large live oak in the front yard. We received a call from PG&E that their tree trimmer would be in our area. They said that our Oak was too close to power lines. It was no where near them. We told them absolutely not and started looking for someone who knows what they're doing with Live Oaks. I asked for quotes from two different companies. Arbor First had great reviews and was half the cost as the other. I am very particular about my landscaping and the way that I want my trees. I also have a cluster of large White Birches that I wanted trimmed as well. AF did a great job. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable. I very much appreciated the customer liaison Dee. She was my go to person. I told her exactly what and how I wanted my trees done. Dee made sure all the other staff were aware of what I wanted. She would keep checking back to make sure everything was good. The clean up was amazing. I don't think there were any branches on the ground. They also made sure that no other plants under the trees were damaged We plan on having them come back once a year. Thank you AF for helping me avoid a (unneeded)horrible butchering from PG&E and Davey tree.

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    I was born in San Luis and lived in San Luis County all my life. We just had Bunyon Brothers come…read moreto our place today on Wilding lane in SLO and we couldn't be happier. From my first interaction with Ron Rennell a few days ago to his team coming today I was totally blown away. They are so professional! They listen to your thoughts, make suggestions, and get it done. His lead man was incredible! Very knowledgeable and professional. The entire crew worked in harmony with each other. I've been a business man for over 45 years in this county and am not easily impressed. These guys exceeded my expectations. 100% know you will be happy if you go with them. BRAVO!

    I waited a week hoping that I might feel better about the job they did, but every time I look at…read morethe way they hacked up the trees in my front yard I feel rage and sadness. We had 3 large Liquidambar trees in the front yard. My husband asked that they trim branches away from the street light/ power lines, and that they trim some of the lower branches. They cut and cut and cut. When I asked why they cut so much, I got told "your husband told us too". No, he didn't. Now I have what looks like 3 phone poles with some stuff on top. My shade is gone. The trees look like crap. And everyone at the company just told me, "don't worry, it will grow back". No it won't. Branches are gone. My father was in the nursery business for 50 years, he's never seen anything like it. It looks BAD. If you decide to have them do any work besides cutting a tree down, watch and approve of every cut.

    AAA Arbor First - treeservices - Updated August 2026

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