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Avatar for Summit Tree Service, Inc.
Summit Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
58
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and his team (Jose!) are fantastic! They are complete professionals, but took the time and care to ensure we were fully aware. I highly recommend hiring Summit Tree Service for all of your tree needs!"
Amanda L
55' Bucket Truck #1
Amanda L
Our Mid-Size Bucket Truck
Amanda L

+53

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ADF Services
5.0(
37
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Ricardo did an excellent job at removing the tree stump! I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is looking for this type of work done. Also the price is one that I could not find anywhere else! Very affordable and got the job done! ✅"
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
Avatar for D & D Tree Service & Landscape
D & D Tree Service & Landscape
4.7(
105
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Prompt evaluation. Reasonable price. On time for the job. They cleaned everything up. Also, communicated everything they were doing and why. We had a large tree that had several years of neglect, it now looks beautiful. They also removed a row bushes that my wife hated. Thank you Daniel and team!"
dndtrees.com
Backyard Landscaping
Deck & Concrete
Summer Vibes
Response time1 day
153 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
Avatar for Sloan Tree Service LLC
Sloan Tree Service LLC
4.9(
46
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"â­ â­ â­ â­ â­ A Phenomenal Experience with Sloan's Tree Service! I cannot say enough great things about Sloan's Tree Service! From the very beginning, Aric, the owner, and his wife Madison were a delight to work with. They took the time to truly collaborate with us, ensuring that we got exactly what we wanted. They were attentive to our needs and worked within our budget, which was a big plus! Aric and his team exceeded our expectations in every way. Not only did they schedule and perform the work quickly, but the results were outstanding. They removed two large trees and expertly ground the stumps until they were practically non-existent. Additionally, they cut the remaining wood into firewood-length pieces and stacked them, just as we had requested. The brush was completely cleared, and they left our yard looking immaculate. It's hard to believe the transformation our yard underwent in such a short period of time! Aric and Madison were not just fantastic professionals, but also genuinely lovely people. It was an absolute pleasure to meet and work with them. We can't recommend Sloan's Tree Service highly enough! We will certainly be referring them to all our friends, family, and neighbors. I am thrilled to have finally found a go-to "tree guy". Don't hesitate to give them a call â you won't be disappointed!"
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
A.P. Excavation & Landscaping
4.7(
223
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding team - I used AP for a small demolition project and they showed up on time, handled the job quickly and cleaned up well when they were through. I would recommend and hire again if needed in the future."
Pine Tree
Start of Project
AP Bucket Truck
Midway Point
Ground Work

+21

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Arborist Prime, LLC
Arborist Prime, LLC
4.7(
84
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James is very knowledgeable about trees and how to properly trim and thin out large trees like I have on my property. He and his partner did a very nice job on my trees! They did a thorough clean up even though it was raining before they finished up. Very courteous and I will definitely recommend Arborist Prime to friends and family. Thumbs Up!!!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Toho Tree Care LLC
5.0(
21
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had neglected our trees for 7 years and two of them bolted up and were right next to the house. Tim made quick and careful work of the 30ft+ trees by cutting them down and chipping them. The cost was reasonable especially because they cleaned up two other trees on our property and helped clear an entire row of diseased trees. These are the guys I plan to call for any of my tree needs. Highly recommend them."
Hazard Maple
Hazard Maple
Hazard Maple
Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Elevation Exterior
Elevation Exterior
5.0(
28
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Prompt response and able to do the project the same day and cleaned up everything including old branches at the end of the project. Might have taken a bit more off the branches than I’d like, but I’m no arborist and they certainly removed all the dead/non-leaf branches at a great price."
Trimming the tree
Trimming the tree
Tree removed
Tree removed
Tree removal

+89

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for American Stumpbusters
American Stumpbusters
5.0(
115
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JP is awesome!!! Great job. Extremely nice cleanup. Prompt return phone call, sent pictures, called him, quote right over the phone. He also has a network of other tree services. He's our man going forth! Thanks JP!"
Slushy morning in Colorado
Elm stump grinding
Halfway there!
Almost done!
Trunk and stump job

+10

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Blue Ox Tree Company, LLC
Blue Ox Tree Company, LLC
4.7(
100
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Golden, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased with Blue Ox Tree Company they did an outstanding job at removing several trees and cleaned up nicely when finished, We would use them again and recommend to others"
Large tree before brune
Pruned Elm Tree After
Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Pruning trees is important for several reasons. It improves tree health and strength by removing dead, diseased, or unwanted branches, which in turn encourages new growth and can help treat disease. For fruit trees, proper pruning can lead to a larger and better-quality harvest. Pruning also enhances safety by removing weak limbs that could break and fall, potentially causing injury or property damage, especially during storms. Beyond these functional benefits, pruning can also improve a tree's appearance. To ensure pruning is done correctly for the tree's long-term health, consider hiring a professional.

Dead trees are dangerous for several reasons. They are structurally compromised and prone to branch or trunk failure, which can pose a significant safety risk to people, vehicles, and nearby structures. Dead trees can also harbor pests like termites, which may spread to other trees or your home. If a tree died from a disease, it could spread the illness to healthy trees. Additionally, the dry wood is highly flammable, increasing fire risk.

Your local government is usually in charge of pruning trees on public property, and the power company is responsible for trees near power lines (even if they’re on your property). Whether or not they top these trees depends on their approach to pruning. You won’t be able to do much to control this, but you can contact them to find out more about their pruning process.

No, you should never top maple trees. Topping injures the tree and leads to the rapid growth of a weak canopy, which can be hazardous to rooftops and utility lines. Removing the crown can also leave the interior bark vulnerable to sun damage, leading to insects and disease. A topped tree can also reduce property value and permanently damage the appearance of a tree.

Trees should be pruned every two to five years, depending on its age and type. Young trees should be inspected and pruned every two to three years. Mature trees should be inspected and trimmed every three to five years, and fruit trees should be pruned annually with a careful eye on seasonal growth. Evergreens typically don’t need pruning, unless branches or limbs are damaged, diseased, or harboring pests.

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