Customers consistently praise the company's punctuality, professional communication, and thorough cleanup after tree trimming, removal, and clearing projects. Many reviewers highlight fair pricing and the crew's efficiency in handling large trees and palms. However, a small number of low-star reviews criticize the work as incomplete or sloppy, noting issues with debris left on property and missing required equipment or permits.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 181 reviews (96% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 181 Google reviews (169 with written comments, 32 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 92% of reviews.
Most recent review: November 10, 2026.
Service: Tree Trimming Service serving Vista, California.
Data from Google, last updated November 11, 2026.
Star ratings
181 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars17496%
4 stars00%
3 stars00%
2 stars11%
1 star63%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 169 written reviews
98%praise
Praise44598%
Complaints72%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Speed & response10223%
Price & value9421%
Staff & attitude8118%
Quality & results7917%
Would recommend6715%
Communication204%
Honesty & trust92%
What customers talk about
We read 169 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“not an easy job but they were fast and efficient, the team worked so good together….”
“I really appreciate the fact that they are fully certified so you know their workers are being paid a fair wage.”
“I had gotten a quote to remove and trim several trees.”
“w that trimmed our very large and very overgrown palm tree were very professional, worked diligently and were careful not to disturb nearby plants, an…”
“Did an amazing job cutting our tree in the backyard.”
“The first time I used them they did a sloppy job and I had them fix some trees that were not trimmed properly.”
“I would highly recommend this company and will definitely use them again.”
“We have moved on to another tree company for regular maintenance and we will never again hire Vista del Rey.”
“Very responsive, great communication, great prices, and respect your time.”
“From start to finish, their entire team has been professional, efficient, hardworking, and genuinely committed to doing an amazing job.”
People customers mention
Joe18 reviews
Clara11 reviews
Ray3 reviews
Trees3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Wow! What an absolutely phenomenal company!!! Sooo friendly!!! Came earlier than appointment time and got right to work! Had 15 queen palms to trim…. not an easy job but they were fast and efficient, the team worked so good together…. Cleaned , raked, blew any leaves and/or mess, took back to their truck and chipped them away leaving my home cleaner and beautifully manicured! Will definitely let all my friends and family know about Vista Del Rey! I’d give them 10 stars if I could!!! 🌴🤩❤️
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 5 hours ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re glad our team could trim all 15 queen palms efficiently, arrive early, and leave your property clean and beautifully manicured. We truly appreciate your recommendation to your friends and family!! 🌴🌴🌴
Julia Jones1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Julia has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Did an amazing job cutting our tree in the backyard. Punctual, Very efficient and cleaned up the mess. Very hard working. I am recommending to all my friends
Response from the owner · 6 days ago
Thank you Julia! We’re grateful for your kind words and recommendation. We’re glad you were pleased with our punctual service, efficient tree work, and thorough cleanup. We look forward to helping all your friends with their tree service needs also! 🌳
Jenny Geballe5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jenny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Highly recommend! They did a large tree removal and trimming project for us and we could not be any happier. The crew worked quickly with great attention to detail. . They even did a wonderful job cleaning up at the end. The owner and his wife are the nicest people.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a week ago
Thank you so much, Jenny! We’re grateful for your recommendation and happy to hear you were pleased with the tree removal, trimming, attention to detail, and cleanup. We truly appreciate your kind words about our crew and family. 🌳
John Cappel5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The only tree service we will ever use. Prompt, professional with fair pricing. Also very cautious to ensure the trees look and remain healthy and not over pruned. Thank you 🙏
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
John, thank you for choosing Vista Del Rey Tree Services and for making us your exclusive, go-to tree service provider! Our team is glad you appreciated how prompt and professional we were, along with the fair pricing. We also really value hearing that our careful pruning kept your trees looking great and staying healthy. 🌳
Richard Amano9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Richard has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Joe came to give a quote. He had crew in area. After explaining what I wanted done, he quoted me. We negotiated a bit and shook on a deal to be done same day. A crew of 5 came and did a great job. About 11-4 pm taking down two 50 ft Pines and trimming a few back. Cleaned up after and I helped with pool. Np. Recommend
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Richard, thank you for sharing your experience and for the review! Joe and our team are glad we could get you a same-day quote, work with you on the details, and send a full crew to remove the two tall pines and handle the trimming. We appreciate the recommendation and the pictures and are always super happy to hear the cleanup met expectations. 🌳
dsfoster416 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews dsfoster41 has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Great communication from their office. I really appreciate the fact that they are fully certified so you know their workers are being paid a fair wage. The crew that trimmed our very large and very overgrown palm tree were very professional, worked diligently and were careful not to disturb nearby plants, and did a great job trimming our tree. The cleanup was very thorough. I would highly recommend this company and will definitely use them again.
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us and for the beautiful before and after pics! We appreciate you noting our office communication, our full certification, and how professional and careful the crew was while trimming your large overgrown palm without disturbing nearby plants. We’re glad the cleanup met your expectations, and we truly value the recommendation and the chance to help again in the future. 🌳
Robin Craig8 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Robin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Impressed with rapid response. Needed a clearing for a timely project to move forward. Team worked on eucalyptus, pepper tree, oak and pine. Beyond pleased with work and price.
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago
Robin, thank you for the kind review! We are glad our team could respond quickly and get the clearing done in time for your project, including the eucalyptus, pepper tree, oak, and pine. We're so happy you were beyond pleased with the work and the price and that you shared your experience with us. 🌳
Coastal Freeman1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Coastal has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Vista Del Rey gave us a wonderful experience with their services. Very responsive, great communication, great prices, and respect your time. We needed a tree removed and they got the whole thing out plus more. It shows that they really value their customers and we will be sure to recommend or even use their services again in the future!
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · a month ago
Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re glad our responsiveness, clear communication, fair pricing, and respect for your schedule stood out, along with our genuine love for our customers. We appreciate you trusting Vista Del Rey Tree Services with the tree removal, and we’re grateful for the recommendation and the chance to help again in the future. 🌳
Melinda Britt9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Melinda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Had a fantastic experience. Joe came out and gave me a reasonable estimate. They came back a few days later trimmed all my trees, cleaned up after themselves and my yard looks fantastic.
Response from the owner · a month ago
Melinda, thank you for taking the time to share a review of your experience with us. We’re glad Joe was able to provide a reasonable estimate and get everything scheduled quickly. We’re happy to hear the tree trimming and thorough cleanup left your yard looking fantastic! We look forward to helping you again in the future with any of your tree service needs. 🌳
Renee S.Local Guide · 10 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Renee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I recently hired Vista Del Rey for tree removal and trimming on several trees and bushes on my property ahead of El Niño. I had a giant Allepo pine tree that was on a fence line and two very tall Mexican palms…. One of which was right up to the other fence line close to my house. Joe was friendly, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. His crew completed the work for me very quickly, including safe removal and extensive trimming and everything I had contracted for was done. His pricing was very reasonable compared with the other estimates I received. I’m extremely relieved to finally have this major project completed.
Price assessment: Great price
Response from the owner · a month ago
Renee, thank you for choosing Vista Del Rey Tree Services for the tree removals and trimming ahead of El Niño. We are glad we could safely handle the Aleppo pine and tall palms near your fence lines and home. We appreciate your kind words about our friendly service, quick turnaround, and reasonable pricing, and we're happy to help you get that big project off your plate. 🌳🌴
