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Grover Excavating
4.2(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Clifton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect job - better than anything I could think of. Team was courteous, professional, and affordable for the work accomplished. We are an older couple who worries a lot. Nothing to worry about with Grover Excavating! Pat Mitchell"
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S & B Landscaping LLC
4.5(
10
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree TrimmingTree Removal+3 more

Serving Clifton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We have used Sergio and his company maybe 4 times for landscaping. Two of the jobs were pretty big overhauls of what our current yard/landscaping situation was at the time. He was professional, prompt, and so affordable we kept adding more and more to our requests. We have been very happy with the completed projects. Sergio stands by his work, and he didnâ t hesitate to replace a tree that didnâ t make it."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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GreenLine Landscaping & Services LLC
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Clifton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GreenLine Landscaping is an excellent choice for landscaping services. They not only installed my grass, but also completed my sprinkler system, landscape curbing, and gravel. The transformation of my yard has been amazing; it truly looks beautiful after their work. The entire process was smooth and stress-free. Their team is versatile, efficient, and clearly experienced in all aspects of yard work. I highly recommend GreenLine Landscape to anyone looking for quality results and professional service."
Decomposed and flagstone
Turf Installation
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Ruben's Landscaping
3.7(
11
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove - For Business+1 more

Serving Clifton, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Grand Junction Trees
4.4(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Clifton, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike is a very hard worker. I have a 30 year old ash tree in my backyard that needed deadwooded. He did a great job getting almost all of the deadwood out. Mike is friendly and professional. Thanks."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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D&A Maintenance
4.6(
36
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Clifton, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They responded quickly to look at the tree I wanted removed. They were back in one hour with the tools to do it. Job done same day. While they were here I had them look at a project I needed done in the bathroom. Two days later they were here to do that job also well done."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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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.

For small trees, tree removal should take just a couple of hours to complete. Assume that a mid-sized tree will take between four and eight hours, depending on the extent of the equipment required and the health of the tree. Remember to add up to two hours for stump removal. Larger trees could take as long as one or two working days, about eight hours each.

If you don’t stake a tree that needs support, it could be at greater risk of being damaged or failing completely, whether it uproots or falls over. That could cause damage to your property or other surrounding trees. If you want to grow healthy trees, you may need to stake them for best results.

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

If you’re wondering whether you can plant a tree where the stump was removed, know that the soil conditions won’t be ideal, so you should avoid it. The soil beneath the previous tree will likely be depleted of nutrients, plus there may be roots left behind that will seriously hinder the growth of a new tree. Also, if you use salt or other chemical solutions to kill the stump, these can linger in the soil for months or even years and prevent healthy growth. It’s best to choose a different spot that’s at least three feet away for a new tree, or wait at least a year and thoroughly amend the soil before you plant.

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