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Google reviewers rate Cortez Tree Care Inc five stars based on one hundred and one reviews, with the owner responding to all feedback. Customers frequently cite tree trimming, removal, and stump grinding services, noting that the company offers competitive pricing, often lower than other local providers. Recurring themes include punctuality, thorough post-job cleanup, and clear communication throughout the process. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all listed reviews are positive.
Data from Google, last updated November 11, 2026.
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101 Google reviews we collected
Phrases our text analysis found in 95 written reviews
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
We read 95 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“These folks were on time, worked quick and did a marvelous job of cleanup.”
“They were reasonably priced and did an excellent job.”
“Cortez did an excellent job from the initial estimate through completion.”
“Ernesto and his team were punctual and professional and friendly throughout the job.”
“I will definitely call them again for any tree services, and recommend them enthusiastically.”
“…ted in an hour and 20 minute delay but the job was finished well and communication was great throughout.…”
“As a family-owned business, they operate with integrity and provide exceptional service.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Customers hired Cortez Tree Care Inc for 3 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
These folks were on time, worked quick and did a marvelous job of cleanup. Highly recommend
Cortez did an excellent job from the initial estimate through completion. They were reasonably priced and did an excellent job. There was a bit of traffic the day of meeting which resulted in an hour and 20 minute delay but the job was finished well and communication was great throughout.
Ernesto and his team were punctual and professional and friendly throughout the job. The job went smoothly and was organized and well planned out.
Great customer service, very responsive and flexible, and cut down (completely removed) my large problematic jacaranda much faster than estimated. Zero complaints! Thank you for a wonderful job.
Cortez tree care services did an extraordinary job at my house trimming one of my trees and removing trees/stumps of other trees and bushes that I no longer wanted in my yard. I got multiple quotes and they were the lowest price of all the companies. Plus they are licensed. They were excellent communicators and…
I had stump grinding done with pipes that would need to be replaced (bamboo)! I couldn't recommend these people more!they did a beautiful and efficient job. Will have them back for tree trimming. BTW VERY REASONABLE
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Tree trimming & pruning | 10 | — |
| Tree removal | 8 | — |
| Tree stump removal | 4 | — |
5.0 ★★★★★ 101 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
Best tree service in N County San Diego! Great work and cleanup
I really appreciate your feedback, Joe! It's wonderful to hear that you were pleased with our work and the cleanup. We take pride in providing the best service possible in North County San Diego.
These folks were on time, worked quick and did a marvelous job of cleanup. Highly recommend
We're thrilled to hear that you were pleased with our team's punctuality and quick work, Gary. A clean job is a top priority for us, and your recommendation means a lot. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Cortez did an excellent job from the initial estimate through completion. They were reasonably priced and did an excellent job. There was a bit of traffic the day of meeting which resulted in an hour and 20 minute delay but the job was finished well and communication was great throughout.
Hi Ethan S, It is wonderful to hear that you were pleased with our work from the initial estimate through to completion. We are glad our team maintained great communication throughout the process despite the traffic delays. We look forward to helping you again in the future and appreciate your kind words regarding our pricing and quality. Thank you
Ernesto and his team were punctual and professional and friendly throughout the job. The job went smoothly and was organized and well planned out.
Thank you for the wonderful review, L B. We're glad Ernesto and the team were punctual, professional, and friendly, and that the job was smooth and well organized. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We look forward to helping you with any future needs.
Great customer service, very responsive and flexible, and cut down (completely removed) my large problematic jacaranda much faster than estimated. Zero complaints! Thank you for a wonderful job.
Thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting us with your jacaranda removal! We're glad we could make the process smooth, complete the job ahead of schedule, and leave you satisfied with the results. We truly appreciate your support and are grateful for the opportunity to help. If you ever need tree services again, we're just a call away!
Cortez tree care services did an extraordinary job at my house trimming one of my trees and removing trees/stumps of other trees and bushes that I no longer wanted in my yard. I got multiple quotes and they were the lowest price of all the companies. Plus they are licensed. They were excellent communicators and they worked quickly and efficiently. They went above and beyond to ensure this project ran smoothly and everything got done correctly. I will be using them for all of my future tree services and I would give my strongest recommendation to anyone considering using them. You won’t find a better tree care services company in San Diego!
Thank you, Niko, for the fantastic review and for trusting Cortez Tree Care Services with your trimming, tree and stump removals. We're glad our licensed team could provide clear communication, efficient work, and competitive pricing while ensuring the project ran smoothly. We truly appreciate your strong recommendation and look forward to handling all your future tree care needs. Please feel free to call us anytime for service.
I had stump grinding done with pipes that would need to be replaced (bamboo)! I couldn't recommend these people more!they did a beautiful and efficient job. Will have them back for tree trimming. BTW VERY REASONABLE
Hi Connie Krall, It is wonderful to hear that you are pleased with the stump grinding and how we handled those old bamboo pipes. We take great pride in providing efficient work at fair prices. We look forward to helping you with your tree trimming needs in the future and appreciate your high recommendation of our team. Thank you
Ernesto Sr and Ernesto Jr and their entire team go beyond their duty to make sure you will receive the best tree service ever. Good prices along with great service.
Thank you, Kenny! We’re thrilled Ernesto Sr., Ernesto Jr., and the whole team exceeded your expectations. We appreciate you noticing our pricing and service, and your recommendation means a lot. If you need anything else with your trees, we’re here to help.
They quoted us half the price of other companies so I didn’t even believe I could get good service… Excellent service, excellent price… No one will give you a better price! They did everything they were supposed to do and cleaned up beautifully… I can’t even begin to say enough about them!
Thank you so much for your incredible review! We're honored by your kind words and thrilled we could exceed your expectations. We believe in providing honest, competitive pricing without compromising on the quality of our work or customer service. It means a lot to hear that you were happy with the results and our cleanup. Thank you for trusting us with your project, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to serving you again in the future!
Fast, friendly, and professional. They were quick to provide an onsite estimate as well as promptly replying to all my questions. They removed 3 60” palm trees and trimmed 3 other ones with precision and care. Clean up was thorough, the crew was on time and on point, got the job done by early afternoon. Highly recommend them.
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We truly appreciate your kind words and are grateful you trusted us with your palm tree project. Our team takes pride in providing prompt communication, quality workmanship, and a thorough cleanup, so we're glad that stood out to you. It was a pleasure working with you, and we sincerely appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to helping you with any future tree care needs!
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