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Avatar for MR. TREEMAN TREE SERVICES, LLC
MR. TREEMAN TREE SERVICES, LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Oakville, CT and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called and they came the very next day. They did a great job. They left everything tidy and better than before. I would highly recommend Mr Treeman to anyone looking to have tree work done. I would also use them again."
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Tree service in action
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+2

Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LARS Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
44
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Tree Removal

Serving Oakville, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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 rate97%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Vasquez Tree Services, LLC
4.9(
158
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Oakville, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, several trees removed, all branches overhanging the road removed, and branches over my driveway. A Professional Arborist. I will recommend him too my friends and neighbors. I am very happy today! Terence H Bullock"
Trimming trees
Trimming trees
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A Lil Bit of Everything
A Lil Bit of Everything
4.9(
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Oakville, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex from A Lil Bit of Everything went out of his way to make sure everything was done to my satisfaction. The fall cleanup and bush trimmings were done timely and efficiently. He was friendly, thorough, and experienced. I highly recommend this company for any of your needs. Judy F. to work with. I would recommend him for any services needed. Judy F."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for FS Sanchez Landscaping LLC
FS Sanchez Landscaping LLC
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Oakville, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a small, family owned operated full service landscaping company. Aside from all of your landscaping needs, we also specialize in, hardscaping, rock walls, paver and concrete patios, decks, new driveway construction and more! We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today! \n\nWe carry a home improvement license and we are fully insured.

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

After a big storm, you may not be sure if a tree was struck or not. Look for the telltale long scars, like strips or gouges in the bark of the tree, running in sometimes jagged lines down the length of the trunk. These scars will often show vulnerable living wood inside the tree. It’s also common to see scorched or wilted leaves on the side or top of the tree where lightning struck.

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

For safety reasons, leaning trees are best removed by a professional, as they may often tear away from the hinge, causing you to lose control over where the tree falls. If you choose to cut down a tree leaning slightly, avoid cutting off root protrusions before you start. Make your hinge a little longer than usual by cutting it deeper (up to 30% of the diameter) and applying a wedge into the felling cut on the side the tree is leaning. Stand away from the direction the tree leans while making your felling cut.

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