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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%
24 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

"This team was very proficient. They were very reasonablely prices and they cleaned up all the limbs and debris. I recommend them to anyone needing any type of landscaping."
Response time1 day
2 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 & Services LLC did a phenomenal job with the front of my home. They were quick, clean and very considerate. Not only did they bring my vision to life but also contributed to it with suggestions. Some of which were gravel/rock types, along with the plants to make everything stand out. I highly recommend their work. Attached below is an image of the work they did. GreenLine Landscape & Services LLC also took their time to explain the maintenance and cleanup procedures. I will definitely be hiring them again."
Decomposed and flagstone
Turf Installation
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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!

34 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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Castillo Removal Services
5.0(
10
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Tree Trimming

Serving Clifton, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I am so happy with their work. They showed up on time, also providing me an exact arrival time and went straight to work. They did a tremendous job cleaning up and removing leaves. I will hire them again next year!"
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Fence removal
Fence removal

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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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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.

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.

While trees can grow in the curb strip between the sidewalk and the street, this placement often poses the problem of interfering with overhead power lines. It’s best to consult your local utility provider and tree planting service before transplanting a tree that might grow into power lines. Also, you should never work within 20 feet of a live power line to avoid the risk of electric shock. Tree branches should never touch nearby power lines, so it’s essential to ensure your tree isn’t in danger of growing too close to them.

Make sure the tree roots soak around a day before you dig the tree up for the transplant. Keep the roots wet while the tree is above ground. After the transplant is finished, provide consistent water every day for the first month or so. You don’t want to overwater the tree, but you do want to keep the roots wet so they can thrive in their new environment.

You should plant trees at least 15 to 20 feet away from your house, and more if the tree will grow large and spread its limbs. Trees pose several dangers to houses when planted too close. They can litter the roof with leaves and branches, create fire hazards, make a ladder for larger pests, and even damage the foundation as their roots grow.

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