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Q: Can I cut trees from my neighbor’s yard if they’re on my property?

• <div><p>Generally, if your neighbor&rsquo;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.</p><p>It&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Can I use a chainsaw to kill a tree stump?

• <div><p>You can use a chainsaw, but it won&rsquo;t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion. </p></div>

Q: How deep do palm tree roots go down?

• <div><p>Palm trees are unique in that their roots don't grow straight down; they grow horizontally. Typically, palm tree roots go down between <b>12 and 36 inches deep</b>. The roots grow far and wide from the base of the palm tree to absorb as much water and soil nutrients as possible. In addition, the horizontal roots are also very strong&mdash;keeping palm trees stable and helping them sway during storms.</p></div>

Q: How do you protect tree roots during excavation?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that&rsquo;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.</p><p>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 <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-remove-tree.htm">remove the tree</a> than risk future problems.</p></div>

Q: Are tree roots in my lawn a problem?

• <div><p>Surface-level tree roots might only pose a small threat, such as being a tripping hazard or obstacle when you mow your lawn. But if mature tree roots start growing in the direction of your home&rsquo;s foundation or plumbing system, it could be a real problem. Cutting small tree roots out before they grow too large can keep your home safe without removing the whole tree.</p></div>

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Reviewed in April 2025
Great customer service and great job. I’m very happy with his work 100% recommend
PREMIER VISION RENOVATIONS LLC
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Reviewed in July 2024
The whole team at North Shore is very professional. They are easy to talk to and are attentive to details. I am very happy with the outcome of the project. Excellent service and crew! Highly recommend them.
North Shore Brickwork
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Reviewed in June 2024
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Reviewed in April 2024
Expert Tree Service showed up early, did the job expected and performed an excellent cleanup afterwards. A job well done.
Expert Tree Service
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It was a great experience. Alex, Jose, and their team were fast, professional, and provided a high quality service. Highly recommended.
Cruz Drywall INC
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Reviewed in August 2023
The service was exactly as I expected! On time and very professional. Will definitely be a return customer. Very pleased with how my lawn turned out. Great attention to detail and was well priced!
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Our experience with Renewal by Anderson (RBA) was over the top. We had five bedroom/bathroom single pane windows from the 1970's we wanted to replace. Our journey began with a visit by design consultant Chase who helped us select the Smart Sun glass and the TruScene screens. He emphasized...
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Reviewed in January 2023
David does excellent work. The planning, design and installation was outstanding. His knowledge, understanding and experience with solar is very apparent. He uses state of the art equipment and there is great attention to detail with every aspect of the work so the result is very high...
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Reviewed in August 2022
I had a sunken living room that I wanted to level with the rest of the house. Bobby was great to work with and did a very professional job, both with the actual concrete project but also his customer service. Everything was done in a timely fashion and I'm very please with the work done.
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Tip Top Arborists, Inc.

4.9(

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Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed 1 large, dead, Elm tree and 2 dead Arizona Cypress removed. They showed up exactly when they said they would. They made short work of all the trees and they cleaned up so well it was like they were never there. The workers were awesome. Jim Lewandowski provided excellent customer service. I would definitely recommend them oh, and I will definitely use them again."

Response time2 hrs

Response rate98%

Recommended by92%of homeowners

Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

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"Angel and his team did a great job with removing a huge palm tree, walnut branches, and huge pine branches on our property. They were able to work around the house safely and took down the tree and branches without any damage. They were great to work with!"

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Tip Top Arborists, Inc.

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Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was very pleased with their service. Their pricing was fair. They arrived on time. They gave us suggestion on taking care of our trees. I would absolutely use them again and recomend them."

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Response time1 day

Response rate87%

Recommended by97%of homeowners

Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

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"The provider showed up on time as promised. After about 40 minutes the service guy was wrapping up and had to ask him to redo some sections that were clearly not clean. Also missed stairs completely. They did finish it up and final job was fine. Had some trouble communicating with service guy as his English was limited. Wasn't terrible but wouldn't use again.
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J W's Weed Whacking & Gardening Services

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Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

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19 years serving both residential and commercial clients, specializing in all forms of lawn services, gardening services, tree services, planting services, landscaping services & irrigation. All services offered on weekly or monthly basis.

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Joseph's Tree Care and Clean Up Service

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Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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With over 10 years of experience, The Hungry Tree of California is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!

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4HomeRepairs.com-Unlicensed Contractor

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Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Such awesome service and amazing work done on our home project. They finished our repairs faster than expected. The great service and price can't be beat and they were always willing to work around our schedule. We can't believe how amazing the work they did for us on our home repairs and for such an amazing price! We actually got more repairs for our home than we planned! Thank you so much!! We will definitely be using the guys again."

Response time10 hrs

Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Jason Otero - Unlicensed Contractor

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Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your (PWC) needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

Response time10 mins

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Alonso Landscape Care

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Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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Licensed landscape contractor .

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Serving Ridgecrest, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Our mission is to be an insulation contractor that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!\n

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

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.

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

Palm trees are unique in that their roots don't grow straight down; they grow horizontally. Typically, palm tree roots go down between 12 and 36 inches deep. The roots grow far and wide from the base of the palm tree to absorb as much water and soil nutrients as possible. In addition, the horizontal roots are also very strong—keeping palm trees stable and helping them sway during storms.

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.

Surface-level tree roots might only pose a small threat, such as being a tripping hazard or obstacle when you mow your lawn. But if mature tree roots start growing in the direction of your home’s foundation or plumbing system, it could be a real problem. Cutting small tree roots out before they grow too large can keep your home safe without removing the whole tree.

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