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Old Growth Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Basalt, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The customer service was great. They did everything as I asked them to. They were very knowledgeable. I will be recommending them to others."
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Response time1 day
Response rate95%
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Ayala's Tree Trimming & Landscaping
4.7(
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Serving Basalt, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Isaac & his crew were very professional. Arrived right on time and removed a 50 foot cottonwood in just over an hour. They made sure the yard was cleaned up, even beyond my expectations. I would certainly recommend them to anyone needing landscape work and or tree removal. I am also having them come back later this fall to remove the stump and clean up roots that have surfaced in the yard. Thanks Isaac for a great job done!! :)"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
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Ayala's Tree Trimming & Landscaping
4.6(
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Serving Basalt, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I called and Isaac he came out and gave me a quote. He returned on the scheduled day he and his 2 man crew did an EXCELLENT job. They cut down and removed a Huge dead 65' Carolina Popular tree which was located close to our house, shed & fence. Very Experienced. They cleaned up my yard. Very nice crew. I recommend it to anyone needing tree service work . Call Isaac Ayala"
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Luke's Painting Company
4.4(
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Serving Basalt, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Luke went above and beyond to restore the beauty of our historic with an emaculate paint job. He is professional, courteous, detail-oriented, and thorough. We plan to hire him for all of our future painting needs."
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Exterior Painting in Sellers, SC

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

The average tree pruning should take one hour with the right equipment. Light pruning of a small tree may only take around 15 to 20 minutes. Pruning multiple large trees in your yard will probably take several hours, including cleanup. However, tree pruning pros can do this job much faster, so you can rely on pros if you’re short on time.

Not all leaning trees are dangerous, but they can be a hazard as gravity may eventually cause them to fall. A key factor is whether the lean is new or has been present for a long time. Trees that have grown with a lean for years are not typically an immediate danger, but a sudden lean is a cause for concern as it often indicates weakening roots. If a tree is leaning more than 15% from vertical, you should consider having it straightened or transplanted. To be safe, it's always best to hire a professional arborist to inspect any leaning tree to assess the risk and avoid potential accidents.

You can use herbicides to prevent roots from growing without killing the tree itself, however they must be used with caution. Systemic herbicides are absorbed by the root and can kill off problematic roots. However, herbicides can sometimes negatively impact nearby plants, so the solution is best used sparingly.

To maintain trees on a commercial property, perform regular pruning, monitor for diseases, and apply fertilization to promote healthy growth. It is also important to remove any hazardous branches to keep the trees healthy and prevent potential liability issues.

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