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Avatar for M. S. Wiekhorst Arbor Company NWA
M. S. Wiekhorst Arbor Company NWA
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Decatur, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

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ISA Board Certified Master Arborist\n\nAt M. S. Wiekhorst Arbor Company NWA, we have a passion for trees! Our team of Certified Arborists will provide free, on-site consultations and estimates for your project.\nWe specialize in tree trimming and removals, pesticide applications, fertilization, stump grinding, cabling and bracing, lightning protection, planting and transplanting, land clearing, utility clearance, inventories, storm damage mitigation and much more.\nWe want to earn your business year after year, not just today, so your complete satisfaction is our top priority. Call today to see what we can do for your trees!

Tree Removal
Tree Trimming
Tree Stump Removal
Cottonwood Removal
Cottonwood Removal

+14

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Blair Landscaping
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Decatur, AR and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Blairâ s Landscaping Company team did a great job cleaning out the beds where the shrubs are located. He also trimmed the trees that were growing higher than our garage. I would recommend Mike and his team to offer a fair price for their work"
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
Landscape Design
Landscape Design

+32

Response time2 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Juans tree service
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Decatur, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan came by and gave me a quote in person after inspecting the project. He and his crew finished the large project within the week. I was quite pleased and glad to have them. Very polite and capable, even helping me with a tree too close to a neighbors house that was leaning toward the house and cut it down for us. Would be happy to have them again."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

If an arborist is certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), the highest level of certification available is ISA Board Certified Master Arborist. According to the ISA, this credential is reserved for arborists “who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.” Check your arborist’s credentials before hiring to confirm their level of training and expertise.

Pruning a tree is a yearly DIY job that involves removing small dead branches, leaves, and blooms to help the tree grow bigger and stronger. You can often complete the job with basic home gardening tools. Trimming a tree, however, removes larger sections to control the direction the tree grows in and protects your home, utility wires, and yard from potentially dangerous branches.

Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.

It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.

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