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Avatar for Lamb's Tree & Plant Health Care
Lamb's Tree & Plant Health Care
4.8(
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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

"JJBM removed two trees for us. One of these was difficult - there was a power line through the branches, and it overhung the driveway. They did a great job. They took both trees down efficiently with no damage to our property, and the cleanup was thorough. The whole crew was pleasant and hardworking. I will use them again if I ever have another tree removal."
Installation
Pipes
Valve box
Controller
 New Lawn Sprinklers

+72

Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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."
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+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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Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

White vinegar does not kill ivy on trees because its acetic acid concentration is not high enough to overpower it. Vinegar is an effective herbicide for weeds and other plants, but not for the strength of most ivies, including poison ivy and English ivy. You should use an herbicide to kill ivy, such as one with glyphosate, imazapyr, or triclopyr.

You may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

A chainsaw is the best tool to cut down a tree, but you may also use a handsaw or ax. You may also want to use a lopper or pole saw to remove limbs before cutting down the tree. Wear chainsaw chaps and protective gear, including eyewear and earplugs if you use a chainsaw. Again, if you’re unsure about how to use this tool, this project may be one to skip.

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

If executed correctly your tree should survive after being transplanted to a new spot. However, effective transplanting requires six months, careful root pruning, safe transport to the new location, and replanting in prime soil conditions. You’ll also need an appropriately sized root ball for a complete tree transplant. A good rule of thumb is that, for every inch in diameter, your tree’s root ball needs to be around 11 inches. So a tree with a diameter of six inches needs a root ball of approximately 66 inches.

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