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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 Old Saybrook, 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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Braley & Finnegan, LLC
4.8(
88
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We first spotted Braley and Finnegan when they were doing work in our neighborhood. We liked what we saw so we gave them a call. Patrick came out soon after and gave us a quote on replacing crushed stone under our decks and fixing a short set of stone steps that were coming apart. The crew was on time, professional and quick. They found the stone we were looking for and installed it with a nice edging. Griffin had our stone steps fixed and secure and the whole job came in just under quote. We're very happy with the result. Weâ ll definitely call Braley and Finnegan again for our next landscaping project."
Gardens, Sod, total yard makeover!
Blue Stone Walk way + Gardens
After
Marina View
Spa Entrance

+13

Response time40 mins
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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R.C. Property Services LLC
4.7(
35
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They took down a few trees Polite friendly people Fair price They cleaned up well"
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Dynamic tree works
4.6(
23
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were great guys. They called me back within minutes and then showed up and did the job 2 hours after I made the call. They clean up everything great and did the job super safe. I would highly recommended them for any tree service you need"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal crane day
Full removal
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%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 Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They provided outstanding work. Jim S., Peter B., and Timmy worked miracles on my tree project. Their expertise seemed to show no end. I am extremely pleased with their work and would recommend them to everyone."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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AA Outdoor Services, LLC
3.9(
33
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were awesome .. showed up on time.. and got the job done before the set date. The quality of the job was incredible! Highly recommend."
Driveway in New Haven (West Haven)
Rear entrance and parking area (West Haven)
Rear entrance and parking area (West Haven)
Step repair (West Haven)
Step repair (West Haven)

+61

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Done For You Landscaping
New to Angi
Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We are a local landscape company specializing in affordable and quality landscaping, moving, junk removal, haul-aways, and demolition.

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Mike's Tree Removal
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Old Saybrook, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication,\nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best\nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look\nforward to earning your business!\n

Response time3 days
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

If you’re taking down a tree that you don’t suspect is affected by disease or pests and it’s nowhere near your home or other structures, then calling in a tree company should work fine. However, anything more involved means an arborist is a better option. These pros have years of experience with tree removal and can safely take down trees located next to structures, and they have the tools, sanitization equipment, and experience to remove sick or dying trees without infecting nearby trees. 

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

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.

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

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