Eddy's Tree Service
Top-Rated Tree Care in Redding, CA
PSALMS 16:8 “I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.”
PSALMS 16:8 “I keep my eyes always on the Lord. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.”
Northern California’s beauty comes with an edge. In Shasta County, red flag warnings, wind events, and winter storms are part of life. Whether you are in Redding, Anderson, or outside city limits, you have seen how fast a stray ember or gust can put homes, rentals, and businesses at risk. The 2018 Carr Fire scorched more than 229,000 acres and over 1,600 structures. Every winter since, windstorms have sent trees into roofs and power lines. The good news is that a few practical steps can make your property safer and code compliant without guesswork.
Tree removal is not only about looks. It is about safety. Our local mix of wind, winter rain, and long fire seasons means hazard trees can turn into problems any month of the year. If you have a pine leaning toward the house, a big limb over the driveway, or a dead oak near the shop, it is smarter to deal with it on your schedule instead of the storm’s.
Planned removals reduce the chance of roof and fence damage during wind events. They also eliminate fuel sources that could feed a wildfire, open space for healthier trees, and make room for driveways or building projects. When a tree must go, we can also grind the stump so you are not left with a tripping hazard or a magnet for pests.
We handle both scheduled work and true emergencies. Tight city lots, rural parcels, awkward access, or trees near utilities are all familiar to us. The goal is the same every time: make your property safer and leave it clean when we are done.
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Do not let your trees be the weak link. Regular checkups, clean‑up, and defensible space are your best insurance.
Defensible space is more than a box to check. It slows a fire, gives firefighters a safer work area, and often makes the difference between a close call and a loss. California PRC §4291 and Shasta County Code 8.10 require about 100 feet of maintained defensible space (or to your property line) around structures. This applies to both homeowners and business owners in fire hazard areas.
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Want the full playbook, including zone‑by‑zone guidance and compliance tips for property managers? Read our local guide:
Fire Mitigation in Redding, CA: What Homeowners and Property Managers Need to Know
Shasta County windstorms can break limbs, uproot shallow‑rooted trees, and tangle branches in power lines. A single failure can block your driveway or punch a hole in the roof. Preparing on a calm day is the safest and most affordable way to handle storm season.
Our storm‑prep checklist:
If the worst happens, our 24/7 team can stabilize the site, remove hazards, and clean up debris so repairs can start quickly.
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Photos before and after a storm help with insurance and speed up claims.
Shasta County has seen what a single tree failure can do. The Zogg Fire began when a hazardous pine fell into a line. Local windstorms have pushed mature pines into homes and yards. The pattern is simple. Dead, leaning, or neglected trees turn dangerous fast during fire weather and wind events. A short visit and a few targeted cuts today are cheaper than a new roof tomorrow.
Spotting risk is not always obvious. Drought, bugs, age, and old pruning wounds can weaken a tree inside long before you see it outside. Our assessments focus on practical signs that matter for safety and code:
Sometimes strategic pruning is enough. Sometimes cabling or staged removal is smarter. If a tree needs to come out, we handle the plan, power company coordination if required, the removal itself, stump grinding, and the clean finish. You get straight advice and a clean jobsite.
"Eddy responded quickly and came very soon after the bid was accepted. He and his crew tidied up our trees, cut off all dead or hazardous branches, and cleaned up the mess afterward. They were friendly and efficient. Would definitely recommend!"
Defensible space is a maintained buffer around buildings that reduces wildfire spread and gives firefighters room to work. It is required under PRC §4291 and Shasta County Code 8.10 for homes and businesses in fire hazard areas.
Look for visible leans, fresh cracks, mushrooms at the base, dead tops, or soil lifting on the windward side. If you are unsure, schedule a professional tree assessment.
Call us. We clear hazards, create defensible space, and help you document work for inspectors.
We provide 24/7 emergency service throughout Redding and Shasta County.
Yes. We coordinate with renters, owners, and management so safety work gets done quickly.
Call (530) 717-8989 or contact us online to schedule a free estimate or site evaluation.
Let’s make your property fire-safe and inspection-ready—before the next big blaze.
