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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

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

Serving Oakville, 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
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Job done! Ready to clean up the area
We take care of your trees!

+17

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Vasquez Tree Services, LLC
4.9(
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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 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"
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Trimming trees
Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
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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

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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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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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

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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
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If a disease has attacked and destroyed the roots, then the tree may fall over as soon as it has died or while part of it is still alive. Trees that die with their roots left in place tend to stay standing for much longer, but those roots will decay eventually, allowing gravity to do the rest.

Finding a reliable arborist starts with researching specialists in your area and checking their licensing and certifications. Use online resources like the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to conduct research on each company. Next, contact the arborist and ask the following questions to see whether they are the right fit for your project:

  • Do you handle or specialize in dealing with the issue I’m having?

  • Are you fully insured?

  • Do you have customer references I can call?

  • Do you have any third-party certifications?

  • What equipment and strategies do you plan to use?

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

A dead tree should always be cut down, because it could fall and cause injuries or damage, and it can also attract insects like carpenter ants. A tree that’s diseased beyond repair should also be cut down, but it’s not always easy for a homeowner to tell. Signs of disease include dying branches, a hollow trunk, leaning, and discolored or missing leaves, but your best bet is to hire a local arborist who can evaluate the tree and tell you if it can be saved or should be cut down.

Trees naturally want to grow upward, so one may straighten all by itself, though this only comes into play when a tree is leaning just a small amount. For trees growing into an awkward position or those leaning heavily in one direction, the above steps are necessary to ensure the tree gets back on the right path. This also holds true for trees planted in a spot with unstable soil.

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