Tree Questions and Answers

About phoning us

Who comes to my house?

One independent tree pro who works near you. We choose, book the slot and hand over your details. The pro does the job and sets the price.

Does the phone call cost anything?

No. Neither does the matching.

Can I compare prices?

Yes. Say so and we'll try to book another pro for a second look.

Which towns count?

Folsom plus places nearby, from Orangevale and Granite Bay out to Rescue and Latrobe. The service areas page lists each one.

Storms and emergencies

A tree is touching a wire. Who gets the call?

If anyone is in danger, call 911 and keep your distance. After that, SMUD's number for sparking or downed lines is 1-888-456-7683. For a tree growing into a line, use 1-866-473-9582.

Does SMUD or PG&E serve Folsom?

Folsom sits in SMUD territory. A few places nearby use another utility, so look at your bill.

How windy is too windy?

Per the weather service, damage starts to show up around 40 to 50 mph of steady wind.

Will homeowner's insurance pay to haul a fallen tree away?

Often, when it landed on your house or garage, up to a limit. The hauling part tends to be capped near $500 or $1,000, says Consumer Reports.

Costs

What does tree removal run around here?

A Sacramento-area guide averages about $723, and most jobs sit between $270 and $1,166. Rush work, cranes and cramped yards cost extra.

What about a tree that is already down?

For a tree that has already dropped, Fixr shows $75 to $150. Lifting one off a roof costs more.

Rules and permits

Must I get a permit to take down a tree in Folsom?

Maybe. The city sets rules for some trees, so call the City of Folsom before you cut.

Who looks after the wire that runs to my house?

Ask your utility. SMUD says it keeps its own lines clear, and clearing tree debris on private property falls to the owner.

Where did the name Folsom come from?

The town began as Granite City. It was renamed Folsom later, in honor of Joseph Folsom.