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Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.7(
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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
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Ground Work

+21

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Artisans Tree Service, LLC
4.6(
51
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Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They demonstrated extensive species-specific knowledge about the tree we asked them to work on, and were able to make productive, reasonable recommendations about the work. They were very communicative, professional, and I would recommend them highly."
Fenceline removal
Fenceline removal
Larger russian olives
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Hauling logs

+7

Response time1 day
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Hernandez Tree Care, LLC
5.0(
15
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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."
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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No Harm No Fell
4.9(
10
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Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This team of personable young dudes was so much fun to watch working! They were extremely efficient, friendly and highly skilled. They took down our 50 plus foot Aspen, which stood in a flower garden. They worked around so as not to do damage to blooms and plants! Clean up was also great. I would highly recommend Caleb and the crew and will use them again if I need tree projects completed."
No Harm No Fell
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Colorado Ranch Services
5.0(
2
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Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Superior customer service; took the time to perform the job just like we wanted. Treated us like we were their only customer. Highly recommend."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Limbs And Things LLC
4.7(
13
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Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can highly, and without reservation recommend Limbs and Things for any and all of your landscaping needs and desires. The owners, Emille and Danielle are passionate about getting it right, and are personable and attentive to their customer’s ideas and concerns. They’re good listeners. As seasoned arborists, they have a deep knowledge of trees, as well as smaller plantings. Emille also has a talent and obsession for incorporating boulders and decorative stone into landscape that ultimately looks natural and unique. Size is no object as well. They built two rock walls on my property, and arranged over 70 tons of boulders into two natural-looking retaining walls across the front of my property. We’re planning a waterfall and pond for my back patio area starting next Spring. Danielle makes sure that her billing is itemized and organized, so their customers know exactly where their money is going, and in this economy, that’s always a good thing. Oh, and they do snow removal as well, so plan ahead for next Winter. Rick H. in Loveland CO"
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+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Hernandez Tree Care, LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hernandez tree care service was great. Easy to communicate with during estimate process and very helpful in evaluting tree removal and trimming of others. Went above and beyond to cleanup yard from limbs and even removed the fallen leaves we had not cleaned up yet. Also acquired part & repaired a flower bed sprinkler line that incidentally got broken in the neighbor's yard. Will definitely use their services again. Appreciate their business integrity and pride in there work."
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+3

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Colorado Stump Removal, LLC
4.9(
87
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Serving Drake, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hired to remove tree stumps in my backyard. Chris was professional and got the work done fast and it turned out great! Will definitely be using for future projects."
Surface Roots - After
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Typical Stump - Before

+11

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Since overwatering can harm mature trees just as much as a lack of water, it’s important to know the signs of an overwatered tree. If your tree’s leaves are yellowing, wilting, or dropping leaves, it’s likely that you’re overwatering. Other common signs include rotting, fungi, soggy soil, soft or peeling bark, falling leaves, and brittle roots. 

If you realize that you’ve been overwatering your mature tree, stop watering and give the soil time to dry out. Then moving forward, increase time between watering sessions. 

The recovery time for pruning depends on how much you prune, the species of tree, and how well you care for it afterward. All trees grow new wood and often sprout additional branches after pruning. Ideally, trees should recover from normal pruning after one or two years. Heavy pruning or slow-growing trees may take several years to fully recover.

You can never truly stop a maple tree from growing taller, but you can rein in its growth by pruning. Proper pruning helps maintain a safe size for your tree without causing permanent damage. It’s important to start pruning a tree while it’s young, long before it becomes a problem. Otherwise, you may be left with too many hazardous branches to remove at once.

While palm trees can bring aesthetic appeal to your yard, they have a couple of drawbacks. The main disadvantage is that many types require warm climates, so if you live in a cold region, you need to ensure you pick a palm that can withstand the freezing temperatures. Another downside is that maintenance can be difficult because of their height, which means you will need to pay a pro to prune the tree as needed.

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

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