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Avatar for MR. TREEMAN TREE SERVICES, LLC
MR. TREEMAN TREE SERVICES, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

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Emergency services offered

"Tree man is absolutely the best tree service we have ever had. We spoke to Oscar and he came the next day with his very professional crew of six. He removed two big fallen trees from the storm, and his arborist pointed out several others which were dangerous, which they also removed. We asked if they could take down two other trees, which were so close to a building I didn’t think they would be able to, but miraculously they came down with no trouble. They were very competent and raked, shoveled and used leaf blowers to make everything picture perfect after putting it all in the wood chipper. I cannot tell you how pleasant they were and how capable. Their price was excellent for all the work they did. I HIGHLY recommend them. Faith Meo, owner. Wolcott"
Tree service in action
Tree service in action
Tree service in action
Tree service in action
Tree service in action

+2

Response time9 hrs
Response rate97%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LARS Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
44
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are the best! Gave me the best price, showed up the very next day and did an outstanding job! Very friendly and professional, And have all the equipment a quality tree service needs. I highly recommend LARS tree service. I will be hiring them again for all my tree work needs. Thanks Guys."
Torrington
Torrington
Before the tree was cut down
Job done! Ready to clean up the area
We take care of your trees!

+17

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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H & H Stump Grinding
4.9(
184
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work was performed within days of contacting them and they were very competent I would recommend them to anyone needing tree stump grinding"
torrington
Before and After
Before and After
Before and After
hartland

+13

Response time2 days
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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MAG Landscaping, LLC
4.9(
44
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Arrived on site early and ready to clear the site. Very professional clearing of heavy brush and tree debris. Willing to negotiate a reasonable price acceptable for both parties. Will hire again when needed. Thanks Robert B."
Mulch
Mulch
Mulch
Mulch
Mulch

+32

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for David's Tree Service & Landscaping, LLC
David's Tree Service & Landscaping, LLC
4.9(
66
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was like watching an orchestra being conducted by David. David and his team handle the job of removing a 50 plus foot oak tree and other dog wood trees with such finesse. Their are definitely the company to handle all you landscaping and tree services needs."
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Mulch Works
Mulch Works

+41

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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The Builders & Cleaners
4.9(
119
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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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

+1787

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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My Three Rose Landscaping
4.5(
21
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Serving Derby, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend My Three Rose Landscaping they were professional on time. Did an excellent job. Look forward to working with them again"
Tree removal Windham
Tree removal Windham
New Britain tree /fence
New Britain tree /fence
New Britain tree /fence

+55

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You may be looking to identify maple trees to use for home improvement projects. In that case, you can tell hard maples by looking at their leaves. Leaves will have a U-shaped dip, or sinus, between the points, or lobes, of the leaves. Leaves of soft maples tend to have V-shaped sinuses.

If you already have the cut wood in front of you, look for a light, uniform color to identify hard maple wood and check for variations of red, gray, or brown streaks and an overall darker color in soft maple wood.

You can start your search for a reputable arborist online by looking for professionals who hold the proper licensing and are fully insured. Next, read through some online reviews to see what kind of service the expert brings to the table, and confirm that they don’t have a history of complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Finally, you can ask the professional for a list of references and then call them to ask questions about the service, professionalism, value, and more that the expert brings to the table.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

It can be bad to leave a dead stump in the ground. A stump becomes a hefty piece of dead wood in time and eventually (especially with the help of rain) starts to rot. That makes it a locus point for diseases and pesky insects, as well as a bit of an eyesore. It’s best to remove a tree stump completely before it starts to decay, especially before it starts to fall apart. If the tree was removed because of disease, it’s even more important to fully remove the stump if possible.

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