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Serving Mountain View & the Mid-Peninsula
Mountain View Tree Service & Landscaping
Certified arborist-led tree care and professional landscaping for Mountain View homeowners — where urban canopy meets high-value property and every tree decision counts.
Who We Are
Professional Tree Care for Mountain View's Established Neighborhoods
Mountain View is one of the most densely planted cities on the mid-Peninsula — mature street trees, older residential canopies, and landscaped yards that reflect decades of growth. Managing that kind of established greenery requires more than a crew with chainsaws. It requires arborist-led thinking, knowledge of local regulations, and a long-term perspective on what healthy urban trees actually need.
We are a team of tree and landscape professionals serving homeowners throughout the greater South Bay and mid-Peninsula, including Mountain View. Our work is guided by certified arborists, not labor schedules — and every recommendation we make is grounded in what's actually best for your trees and your property.
From a single oak that needs a structural assessment to a full yard redesign that works around your existing canopy, we bring the expertise and the patience the work deserves.
Call The Experts
Why Mountain View Homeowners Choose Us
Expertise That Matches the Complexity of Urban Tree Care
In a city where property values are high and trees are closely regulated, the company you hire for tree and landscape work matters. Here's what sets us apart in Mountain View.
Arborist-Led, Not Labor-Led
Every recommendation comes from a certified arborist, not a sales representative. In Mountain View's mature neighborhoods, that distinction protects both your trees and your investment.
Dual-Licensed for All Work
CSLB License #985639 covers both Tree Service (C-61/D-49) and Landscaping (C-27). Whether the job is a tree assessment or a full landscape renovation, we're properly licensed for the work.
Permit-Aware & Code-Familiar
Mountain View has specific regulations around tree removal and modification. Our team understands local permit requirements and can guide you through the process before any work begins.
150+ Five-Star Reviews
A track record built across hundreds of Silicon Valley properties. Homeowners throughout the region trust us with their trees because we consistently deliver honest assessments and quality work.
Family-Owned Since 1965
Longevity in this industry isn't accidental. Decades of experience serving Bay Area homeowners has shaped how we approach every job — with care, professionalism, and a long-term mindset.
One Point of Contact
Tree care, landscaping, irrigation, and maintenance — all managed through a single team. No vendor coordination, no communication gaps, no surprises on your property.
Arborist-Led Care · One Company · Every Service
Tree & Landscaping Services for Mountain View, CA
Mountain View properties benefit from the full range of our services — from certified arborist consultations on protected trees to landscape design that integrates beautifully with Silicon Valley's climate and style.
🌲 Tree Services
Understanding Mountain View's Tree Environment
Urban Canopy, High-Value Properties, and the Need for Precision
Mountain View's tree landscape is shaped by its age and density. Neighborhoods like Cuesta Park, Waverly Park, and Old Mountain View are full of mature trees — many of them large, root-established, and growing in close proximity to structures, driveways, and utility lines. That combination of maturity and constraint is exactly where arborist expertise earns its keep.
The city takes its urban forest seriously. Mountain View has regulations governing the removal of significant trees, and homeowners who remove or substantially alter protected trees without proper permits can face real consequences. Understanding what's regulated, what requires a permit, and how to work within those guidelines is something we navigate regularly for clients throughout the city.
The Mediterranean climate here also creates specific care windows. Pruning timing, drought-stress monitoring, and seasonal irrigation management all matter more in this climate than many homeowners realize — especially as water regulations from Valley Water continue to shape what responsible landscape management looks like in the region.
Serving Mountain View and surrounding mid-Peninsula communities.
More Than a Contractor
A Long-Term Partner for Your Mountain View Property
This is about more than your landscape. It's about community, trust, and an ongoing relationship that helps you make confident, well-informed decisions about the trees and grounds that define your property.
Mountain View homeowners tend to be thoughtful, research-oriented people who want to understand what they're paying for and why. That fits our approach exactly. We explain our reasoning, walk you through the options, and never push work that isn't warranted. Our reputation is built on the confidence homeowners feel after working with us — not before.
With arborist consultations and preservation reports, plant healthcare, landscape design and construction, drainage and irrigation solutions, and year-round maintenance programs, San Jose Tree Service & Landscaping is the one company that can manage every aspect of your Mountain View property from a single point of contact.
Work With UsWe'll help you understand what Mountain View's tree regulations mean for your specific property before any work begins — no surprises, no compliance issues.
Removal is never the default recommendation. We assess the full picture — health, structure, risk, and value — before advising any course of action.
You'll understand every recommendation before we act on it. We work at your pace and answer every question — that's what a trusted partner looks like.
Trees and landscapes aren't separate problems. We manage both together, so decisions about one always account for the other.
Common Questions
What Mountain View Homeowners Ask Us
Mountain View regulates the removal of certain trees based on species, size, and location. Protected trees — including many large ornamental and native species — typically require a permit before removal, and the process involves submitting documentation and, in some cases, a replacement requirement. Our arborists are familiar with the city's tree ordinance and can assess your specific situation, advise on whether a permit is needed, and help you navigate the process before any work begins.
Not necessarily. Proximity to a structure is a factor in risk assessment, but it's rarely a reason on its own to remove a tree. A certified arborist will evaluate the tree's health, structural integrity, root zone, and the specific geometry of the risk — and in many cases, crown reduction, cabling, or targeted pruning can effectively manage that risk without removal. We always explore those options first and explain the tradeoffs honestly.
Mountain View falls within Valley Water's service area, and the current water use restrictions affect irrigation schedules, allowable watering days, and certain landscape practices. Our team designs and maintains landscapes with those restrictions in mind — including drought-tolerant planting, smart irrigation systems, and maintenance programs that reduce water demand without sacrificing plant health. If your current irrigation setup isn't compliant or efficient, we can assess it and recommend improvements.
Yes — and in most cases, we'd strongly encourage it. Mature trees are among the most valuable assets on a property, both financially and aesthetically. A well-designed landscape works with the existing canopy rather than against it, using the shade, scale, and character of established trees as design anchors. We approach every landscape project with a preservation-first mindset, and our arborist involvement ensures that construction activity, grading, and new planting don't inadvertently damage root zones or long-term tree health.
A thorough tree health assessment involves evaluating the tree's overall condition — leaf health, bark integrity, branch structure, root zone, and any signs of disease, pest activity, or decay. Our arborists look at both visible indicators and, where warranted, use tools to assess internal structure. The outcome is a clear picture of the tree's current condition, any risks it poses, and a prioritized set of recommendations. It's not a sales call — it's a professional evaluation, and you'll leave with a real understanding of what your tree needs.