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Avatar for 1F Services, LLC
1F Services, LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jef is a very hard worker. He is knowledgeable and efficient. He does what he says he's going to do. Couldn't ask for a better result after removing 10+ cotton wood & elm trees."
Ranch History Museum
Removal
Removal of beetle kill above mine
Removal of beetle kill above mine
Truck

+6

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Delta Junk Removal Services LLC
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Reliability is our name. We love to meet new people and help them out with their cleanup making people's home beautiful again one at a time. Call us We do free metal removal.

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4 Corners Forestry
4.9(
20
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First to call, first to give an estimate. Performed the service, cleaned up and even brought the cut wood to a neighbor for firewood. Will become my regular tree service!"
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Recent Projects

+1

Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Uprooted Tree Care
5.0(
8
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Uprooted Tree Service has worked on several of our properties in Southwest Colorado. We are fortunate to have found them! Not only does Robert understand what the tree "wants", but also understands what the customer wants and needs. HUGE trees have been beautifully managed: elms, aspens, cottonwoods, and conifers. He understands soil, moisture content and watering, and a clients budget. He was able to remove two giant aspens from our yard without using a boom truck, which would have ruined other landscaping. On-time, on-budget, and leaves the job site very neat."
Tree Service & Lawn care Management
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project

+80

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Colorado Cut Tree Service
4.6(
22
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"these young men did a great job. I recommend them for anyone."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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OMG Construction Ltd.
4.9(
8
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I built a barn dominium in a very rural area in SW Colorado. OMG performed the new construction for a 30 X 60 Barn including : Framing, sheeting, metal siding, roof and insulation as well as all the interior finish out including dry wall, trim, doors windows and flooring. They were polite and worked well with other trades. I would use them again."
Herringbone tile
Shower/ tub tile
Bathroom remodel
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After

+1

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Luke's Painting Company
4.4(
40
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Dolores, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was super professional and aims to please. I was so worried that I would have to move furniture- he makes everything happen and makes the process a breeze! He is very thorough and precise, will make sure that you are completely satisfied with the job. If you want a high quality paint job, dependability, and appropriate pricing- Hire him! Rating 1-10, I give home a 10+!"
After.. what an amazing difference!
After picture of the beautiful entryway
after picture of the fence
after.. beautiful color!
Exterior Painting in Sellers, SC

+76

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

While there is a lot of debate about whether boiling water is strong enough to kill tree roots, it is not best to remove the roots from large, old trees. You may be able to weaken young roots enough to remove them manually, but boiling water will likely not do the trick for large root systems.

Hiring an arborist costs around $900 on average, with prices ranging from $250 to $2,500 or more. Some arborists charge an hourly rate, typically between $100 and $350 per hour. The final cost depends on several factors, including the type of work, the number of trees, accessibility, and whether you hire an independent arborist or a larger tree service company. When hiring, you should also consider their experience and insurance coverage.

Below are some estimated costs for common arborist jobs:

  • Small tree removal: $300 to $500

  • Large tree removal: $500 to $2,000 or more

  • Tree health assessment: $150

  • Trimming a small tree: $75 to $200

  • Trimming a large tree: $150 to $400

  • Dealing with invasive species: $150 to $1,000 or more

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

You can shape a cherry tree by trimming vertical branches, dense branches, and intersecting branches. Your personal aesthetic comes into play, as well. If you want to simply thin and shape the tree, you can get away with trimming the aforementioned parts of your cherry tree. If you want to shorten branches, however, consider thinning cuts, which alter the length of the branches while encouraging light penetration, new buds and shoots, and a structurally-sound shape.

It depends on the problem, the affected part of the tree, the risk of the pathogen spreading, and the overall health of your tree. Many diseases, fungal infections, and insect infestations can be successfully treated, especially if the issue is only in a few branches. However, if a disease is too widespread, too severe, too easily spread, or in the roots, the tree will likely need to be removed.

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