Independently Rated Highest in Quality
F o u r t h                              Consecutive Year        
Originally Earned:
January 2009
We declare that ArborWorks, Inc. HAS QUALIFIED for and continues to meet the Ongoing Research and Rating Requirements for Diamond Certified® status.
Certificate #1485
(408) 287-8733
(650) 988-8733
3270 S. Bridgepointe Lane
Dublin, CA 94568

ArborWorks, Inc. provides comprehensive tree care services for a variety of Greater Bay Area clients, including residences and estates, corporations and commercial properties, construction sites, golf courses and country clubs, and municipalities and parks. The company offers tree removal and stump grinding, pruning, organic fertilization and soil amending, disease and insect control, cabling and bracing, planting and transplanting, risk assessment and more.

President Don McIntyre is a ISA Certified Arborist who’s spent more than 35 years preserving trees in urban settings across the United States. He started his own tree care business in Texas in 1972 and expanded to California in 1986. Mr. McIntyre says he and his staff acknowledge their responsibilities as stewards of the environment and demonstrate their commitment by contributing to the preservation of trees for current and future generations.

ArborWorks provides its clients with written proposals designed to enhance the safety and health of their trees, from one-time prunings to ongoing maintenance for multiple properties. The company also offers 24/7 emergency service and tree inspections and consultations.

Company Philosophy

“Our entire staff is committed to upholding the highest ethical standards and treating every customer with honesty and fairness. We value our clients and work tirelessly to exceed their tree care expectations.”

Serving the Bay Area

Full Service Tree Care:
Consulting
Pruning
Insect & Disease Control
Fertilizing
Soil Analysis & Therapy
Removal
Stump Grinding
Planting & Transplanting

Comparative Summary

Few tree service companies earn the prestigious Diamond Certified award, which means they’ve been independently rated Highest in Quality. Fewer still can claim an owner who brings more than 40 years of arboricultural experience to every project, but that’s exactly the case for ArborWorks, Inc. “I started in this industry as a groundsman on a tree crew,” explains owner Don...

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why should I hire an arborist?
A: "Proper tree care is an investment that can lead to substantial returns in property value and aesthetics. Trees take decades to grow, so long-term care is essential to keep them healthy. Poorly maintained trees can become liabilities."
Q: When does my tree need pruning? Can I do it myself?
A: "We can help you determine when your tree needs pruning. It takes a knowledgeable arborist to determine when and how to prune in order to best maintain an individual tree’s health and improve its appearance and safety. If the pruning can be d...
Q: Do you remove trees?
A: "Yes, but only as a last resort."

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Industry Info

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Customer Satisfaction

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Customer Loyalty

Survey Question: If you needed this product or service in the future, would you use this company again?
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Diamond Certified Qualification

Based on 43 customer surveys, we declare
ArborWorks, Inc.
has passed all rating steps and has earned
The Diamond Certified Award
No. 1485
Continuously qualified since January 2009.
David Pak
Director of Ratings Research
American Ratings Corporation

Verbatim Survey Responses From Only Verified Customers

Barry S. Verified Customer Name
"I enjoyed working with them very much. They did outstanding work."
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ArborWorks, Inc.
3270 S. Bridgepointe Lane
Dublin, CA 94568
(408) 287-8733
(650) 988-8733
(510) 651-8733
(866) 936-8733
(510) 651-8736 fax

Mon – Fri: 7am – 5pm
24/7 Emergency Service
 

Serving the Bay Area

Don McIntyre
40
15
ISA-Certified Arborists, ISA-Certified Tree Workers, Licensed Timber Operator, Qualified Pesticide Applicator License
879506
Liability Insurance, Worker's Compensation
California Landscape Contractors Association (CLCA), International Society of Aboriculture (ISA), Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA)
Arboricultural Services
260
Residential and Commercial
Workmanship Guaranteed
Santa Clara Tree Service

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Survey Responses For

ArborWorks, Inc.

ArborWorks, Inc.: Average 9.3 out of 10 based on 43 unique customer surveys of these open ended questions.
Barry S. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"I enjoyed working with them very much. They did outstanding work."

Carol K. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They chopped a tree down for me. They were reasonably priced, they did what they were supposed to do, and they cleaned everything up when they were done. They were great."

Edward S. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They did what they said they were going to do. They did it in a timely fashion, and they cleaned up. They did a great job pruning the my trees. I chose them because they were Diamond Certified. I always use Diamond Certified when I don't have a reference from someone. It's a great tool."

Herman L. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"The arborist who came out was very knowledgeable. The crew that came out to do the work did a great job. Everything was cleaned up when they were finished, and the tree looked great."

Jennifer R. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were very easy to work with, and the cost was reasonable. I have referred them to several people who were just as pleased as I was."

Jim C. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"I liked their personal attention and how knowledgeable they were."

Joyce H. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were competent, they did their job well, and they were neat. They were very pleasant to work with. I would highly recommend them."

Robert H. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They are reliable, they get here on time, and they do the work as contracted. They leave the place clean when they are done. I've been very happy with their service."

Sandra D. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were awesome. We live on a corner lot with trees and shrubbery that had never been professionally cared for. It was a pretty involved project. We had two large trees and other shrubs. They were able to give us a good assessment of what needed to be done quickly and an accurate estimate of what the cost would be. They did the job quickly, and they were courteous. When they were done, there was no mess left behind. They did a great job. The whole package was exactly as we expected and more. In fact, we have been getting compliments from our neighbors on how good the yard looks."

S.S.. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"The owner, I believe his name is Don, was very involved with us from the beginning. He came out and did the quote, he explained everything, and he recommended what he felt were the best trees for us. He was very knowledgeable in that area. He was a big help."

Sharon H. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They cleaned up after themselves, and they did a wonderful job on my huge trees. I also liked the man in charge. He was very knowledgeable. He was a really nice man."

Tom G. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"What impressed me the most was that the superintendent was on the site for the entire event. Usually, they get the job started and move on to another job site. I thought that they were reasonably competitive price-wise. Overall, they did a very good job."

C.O.S.B. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were very good, very professional, and easy to work with. The quality of the work was good."

S.F.H.A. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"Their responsiveness, their flexibility, and they did more than what the job asked for. They went above and beyond."

Stan L. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were just professional. They did an excellent job. They exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend and use them again."

P.S.S. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"The quality of their workmanship and honesty."

Jesse M. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"I liked the fact that they were careful with the property and the structures when they were removing the trees. They treated them like they were their own. Also, they were timely."

Randy J. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They are courteous and very prompt."

Dante M. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They always wear uniforms, they have clean equipment, and they are prepared in advance for a mess. They are on time and professional. They do everything they say they will do. They answer all of my questions immediately."

T.M.C. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were very customer oriented. They bent over backwards trying to do what I needed."

P.S. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"I am very pleased with Jim Stanley's work. He is always on time and reliable. I am going to remodel a big store in San Diego and I will be using him. He's very clean and he uses clean people. I don't like working with people that have tattoos and crazy hair. His people are neat. That is what I like about him."

Bart S. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:10 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"Their professional skills and their attention to safety, they did a freeway job. They got it done before the contract was over. They were ahead of schedule."

Bill S. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They did a great job. I would give them five stars."

Chuck C. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"We have a big oak tree that needed work. I found them in the Diamond Certified Directory. It was a really tough job. They busted their butts. I watched them, and I know I couldn't have done it. They were efficient, fast, and careful. They did a great job."

G.V.. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They did the job exactly as agreed upon. They even went beyond and cleaned up the roots."

Jim M. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were very knowledgeable, they explained what needed to be done, and they did a great job. Everything was cleaned up. There were no problems."

John S. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They came out and did the job, just like they said they would. They cleaned up and then they were gone. They did a good job."

Mike F. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were responsive, and they did a good job. They worked on one of our tress that was looking really poorly. They revived it, and it's doing really well now."

Mike G. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"I use them for both residential and commercial work. They are generally responsive and professional. Dollar-wise, they are a good value."

Randy R. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"He was prompt, cost effective, and very easy to work with. His team was excellent."

Ross B. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They knew what they were doing, and they did a good job. They were Diamond Certified. That's one of the things I look for. I want to know that they have a certified arborist working there and that they are highly rated."

C.D. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were cooperative, fast, and agreeable. They did a good job."

Glen F. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"He did what he said he would do in terms of tree trimming. In fact, he did more than what he originally said."

T.O.M.T.S. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"Their professionalism, and they get the job done when they say they will."

E.R.S.I. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They did a good job. They complied with the contract."

Stephanie C. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:9 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"My dealings have only been with Jim Stanley. He was very conscientious and knowledgeable."

Jennifer J. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:8 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"I thought they did a really good job. They owner was really nice, and he explained everything. When it was done, it looked great."

Rachel G. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:8 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They cut down a large tree and also pruned some fruit trees in the back. They were courteous, and they cleaned up well. They cut the tree up and stacked the wood for me. At the time, my husband became terminally ill. The owner worked with me regarding payment and stretched it out over ninety days, without interest. I thought that was very nice."

C.D. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:8 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They follow up on their work."

S.D.C.O.E. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:8 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"I liked the fact that they were very cooperative and responsive. They got in and out in the time frame they said they would. I also liked that they had a Board Certified Master Arborist on the job."

Dave S. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:8 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were very responsive and quick to answer any questions about the process and their work."

Ed B. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:7 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"I like the way they cleaned up."

Jeff B. Verified ArborWorks, Inc. Customer Name
Q1:6 out of 10
Q2:Yes
Q3 & Q4:"They were a pretty professional tree service. The tree service was great."