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R. R.
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Contact for price
Existing obstructions
Responds in about 1 hour
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Why this pro?
Customers say this pro is professional, responsive, and thorough, and they handle tree trimming and removal, gardening, and concrete installs. They've been in business for 12 years.
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About
Our services include the following:
* Tree trimming services
* Lacing
* Topping
* Shaping
* Pruning
* Palm services
* Palm shaving (Skinning)
* Property cleanups
* Hill ride cleanup
* Tree removal
* Palm removal
* Stump removal
* Sprinklers installation or repair
* Landscaping services
* Gardening services (Weekly or Bi-weekly)
* Sod and mulch delivery and installation
* Planting
We also build and repair fences, masonry and concrete work (regular concrete, colored concrete or stamped concrete).
We provide free estimates. Our services provide quality work at affordable prices. We provide commercial and residential services.
References are available.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 272 times
Serves Encinitas, CA
Background checked
1 employee
13 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 6:00 pmMon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
Top Pro status
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2025
2024
Services offered
Reason for grading
Landscaping
Drainage
Farming
Other
Desired state of land
Flat
Multi level
Slightly sloped
Existing obstructions
No obstructions
Trees
Tree stumps
Fences
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Great 4.7
201 reviews
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Claudia C.
6 days ago
Hired on Thumbtack
Ricardo and his crew trimmed and shaped my large overgrown hedge and I’m pleased with the result! Would definitely hire again.
Details: Residential • 1-5 shrubs • Greater than 8 feet tall
Shrub Trimming and Removal
Marc K.
Mar 28, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
I hired Ricardo and his team to trim a very large, overgrown ficus bush in my front yard — no small task. His estimate was extremely reasonable, and after seeing his stellar reviews on Thumbtack, I decided to give him a try. I’m so glad I did.
The quality of his work was absolutely outstanding. He and his team went above and beyond my expectations, tackling the job with impressive skill and efficiency. From start to finish, Ricardo’s communication was excellent, he was timely, thorough, and a true professional in every sense of the word.
It’s easy to see why he’s in such high demand. He genuinely earns five stars across the board — in project quality, thoroughness, communication, customer service, efficiency, and on-time delivery. I cannot say enough good things about him.
Ricardo has earned a loyal customer. I’m hiring him on an ongoing basis for all of my gardening needs and will enthusiastically recommend him to anyone looking for top-tier work on any project, large or small.
Details: Home • Every 2 weeks • 10,000 - 15,000 sq ft (0.23-0.34 acres) • Standard (up to 6 in) • Bag and haul • No, I don't need to be there
Lawn Mowing and Trimming
Cheryl P.
Feb 11, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Ricardo and his crew were great from the initial contact to the completion of job. Very punctual, responsive and left my yard clean.
Details: Home • Cut down trees and remove stumps • 4 trees • Less than 5 feet • 5 - 10 feet
Tree Trimming and Removal
Rachel P.
Jan 12, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
Ricardo and his team did excellent work trimming our shabby palm trees! They cleaned up all the debris and left our trees looking good as new, and were by far the best value I’ve found. Will definitely hire them again!
Details: Home • Trim trees • 5 trees • 11 - 20 feet
Tree Trimming and Removal
Robin K.
Oct 24, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
My experience with Ricardo was fabulous. He communicated clearly via text and email and provided the services he quoted to me. He sent me pictures of the work they had completed and I was impressed. When I got home and saw it in person I was extremely happy. The yard has not looked that good in years! I look forward to continue to using his services on a regular basis to maintain my yard!
Details: Home • Every 2 weeks • Less than 1,000 sq ft (<0.02 acres) • Standard (up to 6 in) • Bag and haul • No, I don't need to be there
Lawn Mowing and Trimming
Credentials
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Ricardo Ruiz