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About Us & Our Tree Care Expertise

Want to know about us? Vista Tree Management provides precision tree care delivered by Certified Arborists to residential and commercial clients in Toronto, Ontario. We’re dedicated to delivering exceptional service and raising the bar on safe, scientific tree care in the City of Toronto and GTA.

Vista Tree Management was borne out of a desire to offer safe, affordable and professional tree services based on the latest scientific advances in the industry. It is a fine balance we have to strike, to offer excellent and affordable services to our clients, safe and dependable working conditions to our crews, as well as care for trees and the broader ecological and environmental concerns of the society we live in. When you meet us, you’ll understand how much we care about all three of these differing interests and take our responsibilities to our clients, employees and environment to heart.

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We’re always here to help make nature work for you. Today, tomorrow – everyday.

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Deliver beauty, functionality and safety to every home.

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We are as Passionate About Customer Service as we are skilled at tree service.

We are committed to building a strong and positive relationships through service excellence.

We make trees safe, beautiful and functional – and we do it with a smile.

Our team

Vista Leadership Team

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Michael Kenins

Founder, CEO

Certifications:

  • ISA Certified Arborist (ON268-1A)
  • Ontario Certificate of Apprenticeship, Arborist
  • TCIA Certified Tree Safety Professional
  • Ontario Exterminator (Landscape)
  • Tree Appraisal Qualified by Arboriculture Canada
  • Urban Arborist Apprentice Certificate, Honours, Humber College

Profile:
Michael is a Certified Arborist and founder of the company. Michael sat on the Board of Director for the Ontario Commercial Arborist Association in 2022 and 2023. He worked at some of the top arboriculture companies in Southern Ontario before starting Vista Tree Management.

Michael has a BAH in Ancient History with a minor in Business and completed post-graduate studies in forestry and urban arboriculture from Oregon State College of Forestry.

Prior to switching careers into the green industry, Michael worked in marketing and operations. In addition to a number of in house and consulting roles in marketing, he led a medium-sized nonprofit organization with 12 staff. In that role, Michael earned significant industry recognition with awards from the United Way for Innovation and Creativity, as well as developing numerous grant and programmatic partnerships with organizations nationally and internationally.

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James May

Founder, Sales and Production

Certifications:

  • Qualified Arborist
  • Arborist Apprentice trainer, Humber College
  • Urban Arborist Apprentice Certificate, Honours, Humber College

Profile:
James May is a qualified arborist and Honours Graduate of the Humber College Arborist Apprentice Program. He has a number of years experience in both plant health care and tree production, and is extremely skilled in rigging and ground work and the logistics of tree care. He worked arborist companies large and small before joining forces with Michael to form Vista Tree Management.

Prior to entering the arboriculture industry, James graduated with an Advanced Diploma in Culinary Arts from George Brown where he developed a reputation for attention to detail and his creative flair.

Always entrepreneurial in spirit, James ran a successful restaurant in Downtown Toronto before discovering a passion for trees. He is an avid athlete, playing on two men’s hockey teams and a passionate golfer who spends considerable

Our team

Vista Senior Management Team

Meet the Management Team

As leaders in the arboriculture industry, we help teach the next generation of Arborist at Humber College and sit on the Board of Directors of the Ontario Commercial Arborist Association. We’re members of the International Society of Arboriculture, the Tree Care Industry Association, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business and the Ontario Living Wage Network.

Our senior management team is composed of ISA Certified Arborists and industry professionals with over 100 years combined experience.

Open Positions:

  • Crew Lead
  • Arborist Climber
  • Second Climber
  • Digital Marketing Assistant
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Hollis Titus

Lead Arborist

Kimeka Sardine

Office Manager

Scott Gardner

Crew Lead

Jake Ripley

Equipment Coordinator

Ana Pearce

Operations Coordinator

Sid Anders

Arborist

Peter Wilson

Arborist

Jeff Nucci

Arborist

ABOUT US – OUR CERTIFICATIONS

Skilled. Educated. Proven.

We believe the foundation of excellence is knowledge. Trained professionals are first and foremost educated in their field, and arboriculture is no different. Prior to picking up a chainsaw, it is critical to know the science behind what, where, why and how one makes a cut. It isn’t easy to cut a branch down – but it is impossible to put back up.

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Rated #1 in Tree Care in Toronto

Vista Tree is a top-rated epert tree care company operating in the City of Toronto and surrounding areas. We are among the highest rated for our professionalism, customer service, scientific approach and flexible approach.

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How HomeStars for Arborists Puts you At Risk

We had a real eye-opener recently that made us appreciate why picking the right tree service is so crucial. A homeowner reached out to us through our website for a quote. Our awesome Officer Manager Kimeka gave her a call to schedule the appointment, and instead of the usual warm reception, the homeowner was suddenly …

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What is an Arborist?

You know those gorgeous, leafy trees that make your neighborhood look so inviting? The ones that provide cool shade on hot summer days and make the air feel just a little bit fresher? Well, it turns out there’s a whole group of people dedicated to keeping those trees healthy and thriving – they’re called arborists, …

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What Is a Tree Doctor? The Unsung Heroes of Tree Care

Ever wondered who keeps our leafy friends in tip-top shape? Enter the tree doctor, the unsung hero of the arboreal world. These skilled professionals are the go-to experts for all things tree health. But what exactly does a tree doctor do? And when should you call one? Let’s dig into the roots of this fascinating …

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Toronto Tree Permits: When you need one and how to get it

When it comes to tree permit Toronto regulations, homeowners must navigate a complex set of rules and requirements. If you’re looking to remove a tree in Toronto, you’ll need to understand the rules and costs first. This guide will explain when you need a permit to cut down a tree in Toronto and the associated …

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Urban Trees and Heat Islands in Toronto

Combatting Urban Tree Canopy Decline: A Guide for Homeowners Walking through a city used to mean wandering under the cooling shade of towering trees. But now, those canopies are thinning – especially in Toronto. Urban Tree Canopy Decline is more than just losing patches of green in our concrete jungles. It means hotter streets, poorer …

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What Is Maple Tar Spot Disease?

Black Spots on Maple Leaves Can Be Treated Maple tar spot is one of the easiest plant diseases to identify. Most people can spot it even without knowing what it is: if you have seen round black spots on maple leaves, either in a tree or on the ground, you can identify tar spot. With …

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Summer Limb Drop: Why Branches Fall in Summer

It’s expected that branches may fall during a summer thunderstorm or wind storm, but what happens if a branch breaks during calm summer conditions? This is known as summer limb drop, and it can happen in warm and hot weather. What is this phenomenon, and what does it mean for your tree? What Is Summer Limb …

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Top 10 Reasons for Tree Trimming This Spring 2024

Spring is the best time to prune many trees and shrubs! From safety to animals, beauty to bugs, here are the top ten reasons to get your trees trimmed in Toronto in 2023!
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Easy Hedge Care and Hedge Repair Guide

When it comes to hedge care, homeowners have a variety of options to choose from in order to maintain their property’s aesthetic appeal and overall health. At Vista Tree, we specialize in maintaining hedges and repairing both regular and high value hedges and shrubs of all types. To get a better understanding of what is involved …

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Your Tree Resolutions for 2024

In early January, the only tree on your mind may be a drying-out Christmas tree and how long you’ll hold out before taking it down. But the beginning of the year is the perfect time to think about your outdoor trees and how you’ll care for them this year! 1. Get Your Tree Pruned You …

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We Make Nature Work For You

Vista Tree Management is the top Toronto tree service, delivering exceptional work by Certified Arborists. We don’t just care for trees, we manage them to make nature work for you – whatever your vision.

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About Us – FAQ about Vista Tree Management

What areas of Toronto do you provide tree care to?

We work all throughout Toronto, however, we most frequently work in: Leaside, Rosedale, Willowdale, St. Andrews – Windfield, Bayview, Yonge, Bedford Park-Nortown, Sherwood Park, Lawrence Park, Wychwood, the Annex, Edenridge-Humber Valley, Princess Rosethorn, Guildwood, Cliffcrest, The Beaches, Leslieville, Banbury Don Mills, Forest Hill North, Forest Hill South and Moore Park.

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Simply not professional .
They have no concerns about timelines and seem to have little interest in expediting anything.
Forget attempting to expedite anything they will not even file documents in an expediant mater.
They have no respect for your time they pull the same crap Bell Canada pulls and demand that you sit at the site for the afternoon without a specific appointment time. This really speaks for itself when a company hold themselves above their customers.
Once you contract with them you are at their mercy and ypu may like me just end up needing to find a professional firm.
Lasting having parted way i now finally have my permit and my tree will come down nxt business day. It would be weeks more with them. They simply think this is all about themselves.
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S S 2 days ago
Simply not professional .
They have no concerns about timelines and seem to have little interest in expediting anything.
Forget attempting to expedite anything they will not even file documents in an expediant mater.
They have no respect for your time they pull the same crap Bell Canada pulls and demand that you sit at the site for the after without a specific appointment time.
Once you contract with them you are at their mercy and ypu may like me just end up needing to find a professional firm.
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Amy Welsman 3 days ago
James came to remove a tree adjacent to our property that was quite sick and unstable. We wanted him meticulously remove it over a two day period and James was nothing but professional and thorough! He also did his best to clean up the scene. Highly recommend!
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Will Milroy 1 week ago
Recommended from someone in my neighborhood. Quick follow up as well as on-site visit. Very professional and thorough walk through of work options. Completed within a few days of quoting and a great job all around.
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Susy Pol. 2 weeks ago
Great, fast and reliable service, I have used Vista for both trimming and tree removal, they have a hard working and super friendly crew, we are very satisfied with their services
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Jon Fedder 3 weeks ago
I was very pleased with their service. We received helpful advice and the crew who pruned the tree was great. They had to carry all the cuttings through the house which they did without dropping a twig. Everyone was friendly and professional throughout.
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Edwin Tolentino 4 weeks ago
Overall I am satisfied with the work done by James May and his crew. I will definitely call on them again to work on another tree in my backyard.
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mervyn blumberg 1 month ago
I am beyond delighted with the work done by this company at my home to prune a very large mulberry tree located in my backyard that was impacting the sunlight on our Swimspa.

I received a clear and concise quote from James May who suggested additional pruning to what I asked for and his recommendation was spot on.
His crew were extremely professional and did a superb job taking care not to damage several blooming Rose of Sharon trees below the large limbs of the mulberry. Their cleanup was impeccable and I highly recommend this firm.
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Block Spam 1 month ago
Vista Tree's motto is "We are committed to building a strong and positive relationships through service excellence." They truly live up to this. James May is such a professional guy, he spoke to my neighbours before, during and after - all phases of the work to ensure they were aware of the dead tree removal at our property, and the work might impact theirs'.
The team made sure to complete the work on time, and clean up.
Would recommend 100%.
Kudos to James and his team!!!
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Gene S 2 months ago
Rosedale job with a tree hanging over multiple properties and worries about neighbors. They did a great job!!
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Lorna Reevely 2 months ago
The whole experience was excellent, from estimate visit, quote, scheduling, and watching two professionals eliminate so many problems with bushes and trees around my property. The care and concerns for me and the trees were wonderful.
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Frank Turzanski 2 months ago
James and his team from Vista Tree are absolutely fantastic. From start to finish, they demonstrated professionalism and expertise. We had a dead tree on our property that needed to be removed, along with the stump. James and his crew handled the task efficiently and with great care.

They arrived on time, which is something we greatly appreciated, and worked diligently until the job was completed. Not only did they remove the tree and stump, but they also ensured that the entire area was cleaned impeccably afterward. Our property looked spotless, as if no tree had ever been there.

The team’s attention to detail and commitment to quality service truly set them apart. I would highly recommend James and Vista Tree to anyone in need of tree services. They exceeded our expectations in every way, making what could have been a stressful experience remarkably smooth and worry-free.

Thank you, James and Vista Tree, for your outstanding work!

Frank
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Tracy MacLean 2 months ago
I had the pleasure of working together with James @ Vista Tree Management. My experience with them is simple, they were honest, informative and over the top helpful to our family throughout this process from beginning to end. We had a huge Manitoba Maple tree fall suddenly in our yard. James responded to our request rapidly and was able to sight the down tree. A quote was provided to remove the destruction along with the remaining unsafe portions of trees still standing. The challenging part for our family was not so much removing the down tree but to remove what we felt was the unsafe reminder of the tree still standing. Thier expert knowledge and information provided lead to us making connections and follow the proper processes with the City and was successful in expediting the permit process require. We are very grateful to have had such a knowledgeable company on our side during this unsettling difficult time. Thank you to James and his crew who worked diligently today at our home in extreme heat conditions. We appreciate you all. We highly recommend Vista Tree Management not only for their ability to get the job done but for their professionalism and unmatched customer service. Thank you again to James and your crew
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Sandra Lumb 3 months ago
The crew did a great job! They were quick and professional and did exactly what we were looking to have done. It was a job done well at a very reasonable price. I would definitely hire them again and I will certainly refer them to friends and family!
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Carla Walmsley 3 months ago
James and his team did an excellent job trimming my Walnut and other trees on my property. They removed all the branches and tidied up very nicely before they left. I will absolutely use Vista Tree Management again.
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Shawn Keown 3 months ago
Michal was very pleasant to deal with during the quoting process and he conveyed the most knowledge from the 3 companies I approached. James and his crew did an excellent job with the removal of two trees and pruning of a large Manitoba Maple that totally covered my deck. Great to see sunlight again! James is very friendly and also knowledgeable. When the work was completed we did a walk through and he thoroughly explained what they did. The clean up was also fantastic.
Thanks very much!
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Don 3 months ago
VISTA do good work. I've used then for clients and all work gets done on time with an industry competitive budget. Their customers service is always excellent as well
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John Jambrovic 3 months ago
Showed up on time. Scoped the work with us. Cleaned up nicely. Decent price. We will use them again.
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Joanne Han 3 months ago
Had great experience with Vista Tree for pruning of our tree. Super quick response to seamless execution. Highly recommend!
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Cheryl Dominski 3 months ago
James was extremely helpful in helping us get the right tree for our backyard and was very friendly and professional
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Trevor White 3 months ago
Outstanding Service! The arborist who came to provide an estimate gave very helpful with suggestions on how we should proceed to trim a very large tree - keeping in mind privacy with neighbours and ensuring shade over our home in the summer. He even took photographs to mark up to guide the crew coming to do the work. The crew showed up as scheduled and did its work very efficiently and we were extremely pleased with the results. Very reasonable pricing - great value for the money. Vista Tree Management will be my one and only supplier of these services in the future.
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Miroslaw Baszak 4 months ago
Vista Tree Management provided an excellent service of removing a large tree from a backyard of my property in Toronto. The whole process of quoting, and doing the job was very efficient, clearly explained and provided as promised. Their price for the serviced was very competitive.
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Neda Asanoski 4 months ago
My parents used their service to cut a tree down in their backyard. This tree was in such an awkward position where it was interfering with 2 other neighbors. James ensured me that the service would be done in a very professional manner and no damage would be done. Im glad to say he was right and had a group of 6 hard working individuals made the job done safely and efficiently. I would highly recommend this company for anyone needing tree removal.
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Luis Vieira 4 months ago
Everything went smooth, from the initial assessment visit to the email communication to the job getting done! Thank you guys for your professionalism and quality work!!
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GDK 5 months ago
Vista is an excellent company to deal with. The owners went above and beyond expectations to help deal with a unique situation. The guys who did the work were not only professional but also very polite. I will be using them again to help with other work in the future.
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John Wade 5 months ago
We are very happy with all the work Vista Tree Management accomplished on our property.  James was very professional and gave us excellent advice concerning the trimming of our 12 foot cedar hedges and the pruning of our mature silver maple trees.  The crew was very friendly and hard working, they did a tremendous job on the work required and they did an excellent job with the clean up.  We would highly recommend Vista Tree services to our family and friends.  We will definitely use them again for all of our future projects.
John & Sonja
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Nina Sy 5 months ago
They just did my front lawn, and boy, did they leave a lasting impression!

They were straightforward with the plan - clear and precise, ensuring that I was well informed of the process and outcome. The execution was meticulous and exceeded my expectations. Moreover, the cleanliness post-service was remarkable, leaving no trace of debris or disruption.

They were on time and was the epitome of friendly and cheerful—felt like I had friends over for a garden party!

Overall, their service was excellent at every stage. The inquiry, consultation, customer support, day-of service, follow-up, and payment process were all seamless.

I had peace of mind and very happy with Vista. I highly recommend them to those in need of reliable and thorough tree management service.
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Catherine 5 months ago
I can’t say enough positive comment about James and Vista Tree. We were “ghosted” by 2 other tree management companies last fall. James came by and provided separate quotes for two very large trees on our property, both of which were a challenge to severely prune. They were a hazard and had to be addressed. The quotes were delivered the next day after assessment. The team was here on two separate days (April 30 and May 7). They were efficient, professional and most importantly safe. Hollis, the arborist who climbed the trees was friendly and communicated everything he was doing to the trees as well as any changes he made once he was up in the tree. The other members of the crew (Syd and Pete, I can’t remember the others) were professional and friendly. They cleaned everything up and were open to any suggestions we had regarding disposal of the wood. I would highly recommend this company. We will be having them back again to do more work, in the fall.
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Alayna Lea 5 months ago
Leaside neighbours take note!! Exceptional and professional service from start to finish. The team at Vista Tree Management responded to an urgent and critical situation. They were efficient, skilled and courteous. They handled the tree removal with precision and left our backyard immaculate. I highly recommend this team for your tree removal needs. They beat the competition by $1000+
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David Chan 5 months ago
James and his team did a great job pruning and trimming our old silver maple. James answered all my questions, provided expert advice and had his team do the work shortly after. The workers were professional, cleaned the space well, and were really efficient. Would definitely recommend Vista Tree management!
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Alina Pirvulescu 5 months ago
James was great! Very professional and you can definitely tell he knows what he’s talking about. They provided a quote in a timely manner booked us in for the tree pruning within a few days afterwards. The job was done quickly, professionally and the crew was friendly and polite. They cleaned up everything once the work was completed. Highly recommend!
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Adam Douglas 6 months ago
Safe, fast, personable team - did a great job with tree trimming and removal! Note: the removal of a tree was not on the original scope and they still made it happen!
By the end of the day, I wouldn’t have even known they were there.
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steve o'keefe 6 months ago
Very Happy with the professional advice and service we received from Vista which was promptly done. The follow-up to ensure we were happy with the work was appreciated.
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Dylan Bourque 7 months ago
Highly recommend! Michal came by first to take a look at things and provide the estimate. He’s obviously passionate about what he does and I learned a ton about my tree that I had no idea about! He gave me the confidence I needed to schedule the work. James and the “J-Crew” arrived on the scheduled day and were super friendly. The team did an amazing job with trimming my large overgrown maple and a fantastic cleanup job. My yard looked better than before they arrived. Will definitely have them back for future maintenance! Thanks Vista!
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Jeffrey Kahn 7 months ago
Great service from a great crew of people! The team was amazing from consulting on best ways to tackle the project, safely removing the trees and making sure the job was done to satisfaction. Would highly recommend and definitely use them again.
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Deepak Anand 11 months ago
These guys are incredibly professional and by far the best arborist that have visited our home. And we've had many!

What impressed me the most was throughout their only concern was safety for my family and our property. With that and that only in mind they made all the cuts and changes that were required. When they left, I felt the most relief I felt about the trees in our backyard in a long time.

Truly appreciate your hard work and will highly recommend you in the future!
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Alex Rourke 1 year ago
After doing a fair bit of research into Toronto-based arborists, we decided to go with Vista, and are very happy we did! From my first meeting with Mike when he came to give us a free quote, I was impressed with his knowledge and professionalism. Mike and his crew were punctual on the day they came to prune the deadwood from our very large Red Oak tree, answered my questions, and worked for 7 hours straight to get the job done. We were impressed from beginning to end, and wouldn’t hesitate to hire them again!
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Oleg Velykyy 2 year ago
These guys are the best! Very professional, easy to work with and very nice people.
James was amazing in communication and and arranging everything. He is a wonderful person and professional. I had 4 different companies for the quotes and Vista Tree were the best by every criteria I had in mind. After the work was done they cleaned the whole territory even the mess that was here before them. I would definitely recommend them and will call them again when I need any tree work done. Thanks!
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