Updated: Apr 26, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
31521 GALANO WAY, San Juan Capistrano, CA, 92675
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Cliff Russell's Tree Service Construction
Serving San Juan Capistrano and surrounding areas, Cliff Russell's Tree Service brings over three decades of experience to residential and commercial tree care. Established 36 years ago, the company specializes in tree trimming, pruning, removal, and stump grinding. Clients rely on their expertise for the maintenance and removal of both ornamental and large mature trees commonly found in Southern California landscapes. Projects include clearing hazardous trees, shaping trees for property aesthetics, and managing overgrown vegetation to support fire safety standards. The company is equipped to handle both routine maintenance and urgent storm-related tree removals. Cliff Russell’s Tree Service works with homeowners, property managers, and business owners across Orange County, providing practical solutions informed by decades of hands-on experience in tree preservation and site safety.
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Cliff Russell's Tree Service Contact Information
Phone Number: (949) 240-8126
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Address: 31521 GALANO WAY, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
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Cliff Russell's Tree Service San Juan Capistrano
Quality
100
87th percentile
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Activity
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1 project
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2025 |
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1 project
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Cliff Russell's Tree Service has worked on at least
2.0 projects over the past 3 years.
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This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Pricing
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1 project
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$100k-$250k |
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Building Permits by Cliff Russell's Tree Service
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Interior remodel - kitchen remodel and expansion (660 sf) bathroom remodels (1) reconfigure (1) like for like (167 sf total both) and addition 60 sf entry way under existing covered entryway
Valuation:
$150,000
Permit #:
B24-5500
Status:
waiting for applicant
Fee:
$2,973
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove electrical mechanical plumbing and structural improvements for illegal cannabis grow. restore to open warehouse space. okay to issue per m maystrovich - addresses ce18-1009. no plans required
Valuation:
$5,500
Permit #:
B18-8742
Status:
final
Fee:
$344
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove unpermitted non-load bearing wall per site plan. per fire inspection wall blocking fire sprinklers. addition to scope of work: 12/14/18 removing electrical box and wires in rear storage area per marita peterson (fire)
Valuation:
$2,500
Permit #:
B18-8525
Status:
final
Fee:
$156
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Single family dwelling - legalize tear off & reroof with 35 yr shingles 16 sq
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD21-3161
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,401
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Barn - legalize tear off & reroof 14 sq with 35 yr comparable shingles
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD21-3164
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,723
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Garage - legalize tear off & reroof 9 sq with class a comparable
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD21-3162
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,723
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Legalize electric gate
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD21-7475
Status:
final
Fee:
$451
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Legalize by demolition of interior improvements including utilities in existing barn
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
DEM19-1045
Status:
final
Fee:
$818
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Legalize by demolish back to barn c (interior improvements removed)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
DEM19-1022
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,310
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Legalize by demolish back to barn b (interior improvements removed)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
DEM19-1021
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,310
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Legalize by demolish back to garage (interior improvements removed)
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
DEM19-1020
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,310
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Bathroom upgrade no altered walls
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD19-3938
Status:
final
Fee:
$598
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Renew to complete bld15-3991 (bld08-0298) - new det'd garage with storage on 2nd floor
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BLD19-3779
Status:
final
Fee:
$518
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Install foundation under existing modular home and legalize placement of home. permits were pulled from prmd in 1986 prior to annexation in 1996 but never finaled. existing garage was also permitted by prmd but not finaled. permit to inspect and final garage
Valuation:
$5,000
Permit #:
B15-5645
Status:
final
Fee:
$539
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
(m) - mechanical - 3+ residential units or commercial (building)
2019-04-11
Mechanical construct new interior storage rooms offices and ada restroom upgrades to abate ce#1702934. includes delivery-only dispensary & distribution for cannabis. - 2 exhaust fans for odor mitigation
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
M1801691
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,820
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Demolish unpermitted commercial space (approx 800 sf). removing illegal kitchen walls and (2) 20 amp circuits. ok per lizzette marquez. ce18-0437
Valuation:
$5,600
Permit #:
B22-4500
Status:
final
Fee:
$175
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
(e) - electrical - 3+ residential units or commercial (building)
2019-01-08
Electrical construct new interior storage rooms offices and ada restroom upgrades to abate ce#1702934. includes delivery-only dispensary & distribution for cannabis. - 400amp main service upgrade
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
E1802761
Status:
final
Fee:
$2,192
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
(p) - plumbing - 3+ residential units or commercial (building)
2019-04-11
Plumbing construct new interior storage rooms offices and ada restroom upgrades to abate ce#1702934. includes delivery-only dispensary & distribution for cannabis. - electric water heater
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
P1802030
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,012
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remove illegal tenant improvement - remove walls electrical ducting plumbing. ok to issue per mark maystrovich (ce17-0673)
Valuation:
$100
Permit #:
B18-0946
Status:
final
Fee:
$842
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Voluntary seismic upgrade at existing commercial building. construct new interior storage rooms offices and ada restroom upgrades to abate ce#1702934. includes delivery-only dispensary & distribution for cannabis
Valuation:
$155,000
Permit #:
B1703534
Status:
expired
Fee:
$9,901
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | 887059 |
| Status | Active |
| State | California |
| Type | Tree Service |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Inactive License
| License # | 804972 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | California |
| Type | General Building |
| Business Type | Sole Ownership |
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Bonded
| Bonded Agent | Old Republic Surety Company |
| Bond Value | $15,000 |
Insured
| Workers Comp Provider | State Compensation Insurance Fund |
34
Permits
- Building permit records show that Cliff Russell's Tree Service has worked on 34 permitted projects.
Cliff Russell's Tree Service Employees
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Clifford George Russell
Sole Owner
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Clifford Jennings Russell
Sole Owner