Landscaping Services in Humboldt County, CA

Hedge Trimming and Pruning

Out here, hedges and shrubs do not wait around. Between the coastal moisture and the long growing season, a clean property can start looking overgrown fast, especially in neighborhoods like Cutten, Henderson Center, and around the older lots near downtown Eureka. Pruning is not just about looks either. When shrubs get too dense, air stops moving, and you start seeing mildew, dieback, and soggy areas that never dry out.

• Structural pruning that keeps plants healthy and reduces weak, crowded growth
• Hedge trimming for clean lines without scalping or over-thinning
• Seasonal cutbacks to prevent shrubs from pushing into walkways, siding, and windows
• Cleanup and green waste hauling, with the option to leave a neat compost pile on-site
• Straight talk on what should be pruned now versus what is better left until the right season

A quick heads up that saves people money: when hedges are trimmed too often with the same shallow cuts, they can turn into a thick shell with dead wood inside. I would rather open them up correctly and keep them healthy than chase a “perfect” shape that causes problems later. Typical pruning and trimming work often lands in the $150 to $650 range depending on access, height, and haul-off.

Regular Yard Maintenance

Most properties do not need a full remodel of the yard. They need steady maintenance that keeps things under control and prevents the “every time we look outside we feel behind” feeling. That is especially true in Arcata, McKinleyville, and Fortuna where lots can be a mix of open lawn, hedges, and fast-growing edges that creep back in.

• Mowing and clean edging that makes the whole yard look sharper right away
• Weed control in beds, gravel areas, and fence lines where growth sneaks in
• Light pruning, shaping, and seasonal cutbacks to keep plants from turning into a chore
• Leaf and debris cleanup, especially after windy weather and heavy rain weeks
• Maintenance plans that fit your property, not a one-size schedule that wastes time

In our experience, the best maintenance schedule is the one you can stick to. Some homeowners want weekly, others want every two weeks, and rural properties often need a different approach than a small lot near town. Most recurring maintenance visits typically fall around $90 to $250 depending on size, growth, and what is included. If you are managing a rental or a commercial site, we can keep it consistent so it stays presentable.

Property Cleanups and Green Waste Removal

If your yard has gotten away from you, you are not alone. A wet season can turn a manageable space into a project fast. We get calls from people who just bought a home, inherited a property, or let things slide while work and life got busy. The goal of a cleanup is simple: cut it back, haul it off, and reset the yard so maintenance becomes easy again.

• Overgrowth removal in yards, side yards, fence lines, and around outbuildings
• Green waste hauling for branches, brush, leaves, and organic debris
• Blackberries and tough areas addressed with a realistic plan, not a quick hack
• Cleanup around driveways, walkways, and entries so the property feels cared for again
• Optional organic material delivery for customers who need mulch or green material moved on-site

Cleanups can be small or big. A basic single-area cleanup might land around $250 to $750. Larger cleanups with multiple haul loads can run $900 to $2,500+ depending on access, slope, volume, and disposal. I will tell you upfront what drives the cost before we start.

Land Clearing, Brush Removal, and Organic Material Delivery

Humboldt has a lot of properties that are not “suburban yards.” You might be dealing with a larger lot, a sloped area, a back section that became a thicket, or a driveway edge that keeps getting swallowed by brush. Land clearing is about making a space usable again, and doing it in a way that respects the property. That includes a clean finish and a plan for what happens to the organic material afterward.

• Brush removal and cutbacks for access, defensible space, or general usability
• Clearing around structures, fences, and property lines with attention to what stays and what goes
• Green waste hauling and organic material removal from the site
• Delivery of organic material when you need mulch or green material moved and placed where you want it
• Practical guidance on maintaining the cleared area so it does not bounce back immediately

Pricing depends heavily on access, slope, and volume. Smaller clearing jobs often start around $400 to $900. Larger clear-outs with hauling and multiple zones can land $1,200 to $3,500+. If the job needs a site visit, I will be upfront about that before we schedule it.

Service areas include Eureka, Arcata, McKinleyville, Fortuna, Ferndale, Rio Dell, Blue Lake, Trinidad, and nearby parts of Humboldt County.