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Avatar for Lamb's Tree & Plant Health Care
Lamb's Tree & Plant Health Care
4.8(
171
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner was exceptionally professional and personable. I knew that I would be satisfied with his work. I did not hire him because a local arborist Whom I had had before gave me a lower price estimate."
Proper pruning style
Arborist cert.
Tree cert.
Chainsaw safety cert.
Irrigation controller cert.

+26

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JJBM Landscaping & Tree Removal LLC
4.4(
149
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this company to remove two trees that were located near structures, they did a great job of cutting the tees down without and issues with the nearby houses. The crew worked very hard and their pricing was excellent,"
Installation
Pipes
Valve box
Controller
 New Lawn Sprinklers

+72

Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
120
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband and I reached out to the company to repair some rotten boards we discovered on the exterior of the house. We spoke to David who was extremely responsive and quick to set up our services. The crew came a couple days later right at the time they said, the repairs are great quality, and everyone we interacted with was polite and kind. I wouldnâ t hesitate to hire them for a bigger job in the future!"
Dust out from the ductwork
Dust out from the ductwork
Clean vent
Clean vent
Dust in the return

+1820

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Stump Chompers
4.9(
33
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Stump Chompers did a terrific job for about half the price of our other estimate, ridding our lawn of six stumps and adding topsoil and seed. It was a pleasure to work with such a professional and personable young man, and I have already recommended him to others."
Our work
Our work
Our work
Our work
Our work

+2

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SavATree - Saybrook
4.0(
60
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain+1 more

Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The SavATree organization is knowledgeable, assessed our situation carefully and explained the program of care recommended clearly. The tree work performed was done professionally and they managed to not injure any other nearby plant material. Additionally, the clean-up of the felled trees was flawless. We feel so glad to have an Arborist on our side here at our "Little House In The Woods"."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Jose D Oliva
4.6(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Branford, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have never been more impressed with the work ethic of any contractor I have hired. Jose and his team were prompt , efficient, and paid attention to every detail. The price was reasonable and well worth it. I would highly recommend Olivia tree service to anyone needing to remove trees from their property."
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+17

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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.

Many gardeners charge an hourly rate for their services, and your total cost will depend on the amount of services and the experience of the gardener. Gardeners with basic experience charge between $20 and $30 per hour, while a more experienced gardener can charge as much as $60 to $88 per hour.

The cost of lawn mowing is about $125, which you might need on a weekly or biweekly basis. However, the cost of soil testing averages about $1,450, which should only be done every three to five years. 

You’ll have to balance up the cost, the value of the tree (sentimental or otherwise), and the risk factors. An experienced arborist will help you understand whether transplanting is likely to be successful. The cost and hassle of transplanting a large, well-established tree are often not worth it, especially if the species is fast-growing and easy to source. The decision depends on the age and species of the tree, the conditions in the new site location, and how careful the company is when digging out and moving the tree.

The typical lifespan of a Bradford pear is relatively short, only 15 to 25 years. However, these trees have issues long before their life is over. Due to their soft wood and fast-growing branches, Bradford pear trees often split around 15 years, making them a risk for falling branches and more prone to disease. 

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