(650) 868-2357 www.theneckofthewoods.com
259 Sylvan Way, Emerald Hills, California 94062
Equipment and Capabilities: Chipper, Stump Grinder
Tree Services: Tree Assessments, Tree Planting, Large Trees, Works Near Structures
Credentials and Trust: Long Established, ISA Certified, Licensed
Customer Experience: Affordable
Providing the Bay Area with Professional Tree Care Since 1977 ISA Certified Arborist WE-1714A since 1993 ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) ASCA Consulting Arborist Eddie Dean Cole Ca. State Licensed Contractor 638340 since 1992 I'm a tree care specialist dedicated to excellence in the field of arboriculture. I am highly qualified in the care of your valuable trees and shrubs with knowledge of the most up-to-date advances and proven age-old techniques. Certified Arborists are widely recognized professionals. I am educated and trained in maintaining your landscape and to help you preserve the aesthetic and ecological value of your trees and shrubs.
5.0 from 28 reviews
On-site wood chipping turns bulky brush and branches into manageable mulch. Efficient cleanup and an option to keep the chips for your garden.
On-site limb removal is choreographed to feed material into a chipper, with branches carefully roped down and pre-broken so they can be pulsed through the machine smoothly. Customers consistently note that this approach minimizes debris, keeps yards tidy, and reduces the risk of damage to nearby structures during removal. In Redwood City and the broader Bay Area, the chipping is part of a professional, safety-focused process that often accompanies large or hazardous tree work, with strong emphasis on cleanups and responsible disposal. Overall, the pattern shows the chipper is a central, reliable tool that enables efficient, precise pruning and removal while preserving landscape aesthetics.
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is routinely included with their tree removal work, and customers repeatedly note that stumps are ground as part of the job. They pair grinding with thorough site cleanup, leaving yards tidy and ready for plantings or new landscaping. The team demonstrates safe, careful handling in challenging scenarios, including large removals and near-structure settings, which customers highlight as a key part of their positive experience.
Offers professional evaluation of your trees' health, structure, and risk level. Useful before buying property, after storm damage, or when a tree just doesn't look right.
Assessment capabilities are a standout, with customers praising Eddie's accurate health evaluations of old and large trees and his identification of hazards that could threaten roofs or neighboring properties. Formal arborist reporting is a recurring pattern—he provides arborist reports for permits and uses ISA credentials and TRAQ to justify removal, pruning, or weight-reduction decisions. The team demonstrates a careful approach to near-structure work, isolating risky limbs and ensuring safe dismantling with cleanups, often rope-lowering and controlled removal. In Redwood City and the broader Bay Area, clients rely on his certified expertise—ISA Certified Arborist since 1993, TRAQ, and ASCA Consulting Arborist—to guide long-term health and aesthetic outcomes. The reviews show proactive planning—weight reduction, hazard removal, and replacements—delivered with professionalism and respect for property, backed by years of hands-on arborist work.
Not just removal - these companies help you add trees too. Proper planting technique gives new trees the best chance at a long, healthy life.
Tree planting is a regular part of their landscape services, combining careful species selection with precise placement to fit the site and preserve the landscape’s aesthetics. Clients report smooth execution when adding new trees, including a replacement 10' tree planted in a yard, with attention to long-term health and appearance. They also handle planting as part of broader yard redesigns, such as landscaping side yards and choosing the trees to be planted there. Arborist oversight and permitting support are available, with reports provided when required to facilitate planting projects. Overall, the planting work is described as thoughtful, precise, and integrated with ongoing landscape maintenance.
Experienced handling oversized trees - tall, wide, or heavily branched. Removing or trimming a large tree requires specialized skill and equipment, and these pros have both.
Large_tree projects are a standout strength for Neck of the Woods Tree Service, with proven capability in thinning weight on ancient oaks and removing large dying pines and tall redwoods. Customers report pruning that preserves health and beauty while protecting nearby structures and landscapes. They execute near-structure work with meticulous rope techniques, lowering limbs in a controlled fashion, and leave the site clean after each day’s work. Permit handling and arborist reporting are part of their practice, including timely assessments for hazardous trees and documented guidance when needed. Backed by ISA Certified Arborist credentials, TRAQ, ASCA Consulting Arborist status, and a California state contractor license, this team has earned consistent praise from Bay Area homeowners in Redwood City and beyond.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
Handling work near structures is a defining strength, with customers noting careful pruning and removals close to roofs, fences, and neighboring yards. The team frequently ropes down limbs and segments them before bringing them to the chipper, safeguarding buildings and landscapes. An ISA Certified Arborist with TRAQ credentials guides each job near structures, focusing on weight reduction and precise pruning to preserve the tree's natural form while protecting nearby structures. They also take care of permits and risk assessments for hazardous removals near buildings, demonstrating proactive safety and planning.
A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.
With a long-established presence dating back to 1977, Neck of the Woods Tree Service demonstrates four decades of Bay Area arboriculture expertise. Customer feedback patterns show a strong emphasis on safety, near-structure work, and meticulous removals of large or hazardous trees, often completed efficiently with thorough cleanup. Credentials underpin this consistency: an ISA Certified Arborist since 1993, an ISA Tree Risk Qualification, ASCA Consulting Arborist, and California state licensure are repeatedly reflected in the high level of risk assessment and informed decisions noted by clients. They consistently handle permitting and provide arborist reports, followed by precise pruning, planting, stump grinding, and removal that preserve landscape health and aesthetics. The long tenure is evident in enduring client relationships and repeated engagements over many years, with clients praising the artistry and care poured into preserving or transforming their trees and yards.
Employs one or more ISA-certified arborists - credentialed professionals who've passed rigorous testing in tree care science and best practices.
ISA Certified Arborist credentials translate into precise tree health assessments and risk-aware pruning that many customers note, including careful weight reduction on old oaks and work near structures. Clients describe Eddie as the certified professional who climbs into trees to make targeted, aesthetically mindful cuts, preserving natural form while enhancing safety. Through TRAQ and certification, he provides arborist reports and arranges permits, guiding decisions on hazardous removals and landscape planning across the Bay Area. In Redwood City and beyond, homeowners value the combination of certification and hands-on workmanship, yielding clean sites, near-structure safety, and long-term tree health.
Holds all required state and local licenses to operate legally as a tree service. A basic but important box to check before hiring.
Licensed credentials and professional arboriculture expertise underpin the service, including a California State Licensed Contractor license (638340) active since 1992 and ISA certification as an arborist (WE-1714A) since 1993, complemented by the ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification (TRAQ) and ASCA Consulting Arborist designation. Customers note that the certified arborist personally climbs the trees and performs precise pruning, balancing health with property safety, such as carefully thinning the weight on old oaks. They value the ability to provide Arborist Reports, submit them to the county, and handle permit processes to expedite hazardous removals when needed. This licensed capability translates into trusted, high-quality work across the Bay Area, including Redwood City, with meticulous attention to safety around structures and neighbors and a long history of responsible tree care.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Competitive pricing and value are a consistent theme in feedback, with customers noting a broad range of arborist services—from pruning large oaks to removing hazardous trees—available at affordable rates in the Bay Area. Clients value transparent cost practices, including documented quotes and the company handling required permits, which helps keep projects within budget. The approach is described as honest and straightforward—no pressure to buy unnecessary subscriptions—and the work is performed with careful planning to protect structures and property. Longstanding clients in Redwood City and nearby Emerald Hills repeatedly cite affordability alongside high expertise (ISA Certified Arborist since 1993, TRAQ, licensed contractor) as reasons they return for ongoing tree care.