We recently hired them to trim and prune our huge maple tree. Could not have been more pleased…read more They provided an outstanding professional service, and were very thoughtful and thorough. Amazing clean up too. Reasonably priced. Highly recommend - 10 stars. (the negative review that I read here makes absolutely no sense at all )

Dan has done many jobs in our neighborhood. His workers are alway polite and clean up the job site…read morebefore saying the job is done. Dan is a certified arborist and can answer any questions about diseased and infested trees. He knows that timing for pesticide application is critical. His team has been helping with our Fire Mitigation Day every May. We've been very pleased with his work.

Never have I need treated so rudely by a service company. Literally from the moment I offered to…read moremove my truck further down the road for the chipper, to assisting gathering Lorax's felled branches from my neighbor's tree in my own back yard. At every instance the trimmer in charge of the job was condescending, disrespectful and bullying. Do Not Recommend!

They do a great job. The job was reasonably priced and very professional. I would recommend Lorax…read moreas my first choice for tree services.

Aaron and crew did an excellent job at our property doing fire mitigation. He knows so much about…read moretrees and fire protection and is very professional. I highly recommend this company for anyone looking to have tree work or fire mitigation done in the Durango CO area! There was great efficient work and communication.

I reviewed this business before but somehow my review disappeared. HHHMMMM, interesting. I do not…read morerecommend this company and I would never use it again. 3 of us on my block used this company. 2 of us were sharing a bill together-we all got overbilled. This company gives a bid and then miraculously it takes more time so the bill goes up! This happened to all 3 of us. He was also instructed to split the bill equally for us and our neighbors but he gave us a bill for 2/3 of the work. He also got sawdust all over my car on a rainy day. It's his attitude that's the worst-he is arrogant and cocky and doesn't take suggestions or criticisms well at all. There are so many nicer people in Durango-skip this company-you'll be happy you did.

I am a volunteer for the Escalante School Garden. I was aware from other places I have lived that…read morearborists sometimes donate wood chips. I contacted Animas Valley Arborists and they were more than happy to provide a truck load. In addition they sent a 3-man crew to load wheelbarrows and spread the wood chips throughout the pathways between the garden beds. Plus they got rid of hornets living in the ground after hearing about a student getting stung. In speaking with the guys, they were polite and knowledgeable, and do all sorts of tree related services such as tree trimming, removal as well as planting. And their service area is huge! They service more than La Plata County, go as far east as Pagosa Springs, and down to Farmington. For these reasons, I wanted to give them a proper acknowledgement for their hard work and a big thanks for donating their time and the wood chips. The teacher, other volunteers and students appreciate it too!

From the owner: Since 1978, Animas Valley Arborist has professionally been treating trees and shrubs for disease…read moreand insect control, pruning large and small trees, removing trees, and planting new trees. We also consult with clients on what type of tree is best suited for your property, followed by the planting of new trees. We employ 1-2 International Society of Arboriculture Certified arborists and consult with one Board Certified Master arborist. We are proud to be the most experienced tree care company in southwest Colorado, serving the Four Corners of Colorado, Utah, Arizona, and New Mexico. Animas Valley Arborist in Durango truly cares about your trees! Our goal is to offer our clients reliable tree care and support the health of all trees. When the holiday season rolls around, our arborists also offer decorating for your trees and yard. Contact us to get started on your next tree service with a consultation and estimate.

Goodness! I wish I'd called them first! Everyone's busy, I get that, but Kynan returned my call…read morewithin the hour after nearly 2 years of alternating between trying to find an available crew and giving up for awhile. Scapegoat completed a frustrating sprinkler situation within 36 hours of me leaving a message, and did a great job: Thank-you, Scapegoat! The backyard redo is next!

Great communication, very reliable, & exceeded expectations!read more

Good service, safety concience and excellent cleanup. Would recommend letting them at least give…read moreyou an estimate on any needed tree trimming. His pricing if very fair and competitive. Highly recommend.

hey Susan, is crew were awesome, with a reasonable price, and great work thank you you TNR treesread more

I can't recommend these guys enough. We have a vacation home in Pagosa and called to have some…read moretrees trimmed on some of our larger trees. Along with removing a large downed tree that was a major fire hazard. After calling all the places in town we were quick to realize this was the clear choice, honest service and very fair pricing. Not to mention our crew were firefighters and able to show us how to properly maintain the property to keep us safe. Thanks again fellas!

We had a downed tree at our vacation home in Pagosa Springs and Branch Managers were friendly, fast…read moreand efficient! Very knowledgeable about fire hazards and how to keep the trees surrounding and our home safe and maintained. Very satisfied with their service.