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Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are professional, friendly, and they listen carefully. The team that came to the house worked very well together and they cleaned-up very well at the end of the project. We would not hesitate to hire them again for a future project."
Pine Tree
Start of Project
AP Bucket Truck
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
Hernandez Tree Care, LLC
5.0(
16
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hernandez tree service was phenomenal. They were timely, presentable and overall good to work with. They did a removal of a large dead tree. As well as a trim on a smaller tree. The dead tree removal was in between my house and the neighbor's house and there were zero problems. They worked swiftly and accurately. I would highly recommend for any tree services you may need."
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Recommended by60%of homeowners
Frontier Forestry
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain+3 more

Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Team was the best price around AND quick AND most importantly did a FANTASTIC job, only what I asked while insuring the health of the trees. Never tried to upsale. I will be using and recommending Hunter and his team again."
LCSD#1
Response time1 day
Response rate99%
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Cornerstone Groundskeeping, LLC
5.0(
11
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did an excellent job helping us with our property on multiple occasions. They were very thorough, on time, and very personable and were easy to communicate ideas about our property to. The owner went above and beyond to meet our difficult schedule and did an excellent job meeting our needs."
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Varn cleanup& Hauling
5.0(
2
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Tree Trimming

Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Varn Cleanup & Hauling provides reliable junk removal, hauling, property cleanups, and cleanout services throughout Northern Colorado. Whether you need a single item hauled away, a garage or basement cleaned out, yard debris removed, or help with a larger property cleanup, no job is too small to ask about.\n\nAs a locally owned business, I take pride in being dependable, hardworking, straightforward, and fair with pricing. I treat every property with respect and make the cleanup process as easy and stress-free as possible. Send photos for a free quote and let’s get your space cleaned up!

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Although the terms tree trimming and tree pruning are used interchangeably, they are very different types of tree maintenance. Tree trimming involves enhancing the appearance of your tree by removing unruly branches, providing your tree with ample sunlight and nutrients and prevents unsightly overgrowth. 

Tree pruning helps keep your trees disease-free. This process removes unhealthy growths, dead branches, and other unhealthy parts of the tree. It’s more common for deciduous and ornamental trees but not so common for evergreen trees. To determine which method you need, discuss it with a tree trimming specialist.

Early signs that a tree is struggling include premature leaf shedding and lesions or other strange markings. Peeling bark, dead or rotten branches on the ground, and a conspicuous lack of leaves can all be signs that a tree has started to die. By the time a tree starts leaning, it’s usually too far gone to save.

Rock salt or Epsom salt can damage and kill tree roots over several weeks and can even assist in removing the tree's stump. However, you need to drill holes or cut into the stump and surface tree roots to inject them properly with the salt. Repeat the process every two weeks until the roots visibly rot away.

Since summer is a busy time for tree companies, the cheapest time of year to remove a tree is during the winter. February and March are typically the prime time to hire a tree removal pro, and some homeowners living in colder climates can save around 20% off services. It depends on location and the company, but you can always shop around for the best deal.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

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