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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 Watertown, 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."
Tree service in action
Tree service in action
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Tree service in action

+2

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

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

+17

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Vasquez Tree Services, LLC
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Watertown, 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%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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H & H Stump Grinding
4.9(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Watertown, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Outstanding service from H&H Stump Grinding. They came out and gave us a very fair estimate and upon agreeing on a price to stump grind 6 stumps they were able to fit us into their schedule quickly. The work they performed met all our expectations and they cleaned up everything. Without hesitation I would highly recommend H&H Stump Grinding. I would recommend calling them directly vrs filling out the home advisor form, so they as a contractor donâ t have the pay the lead fee. I have already recommended them to a few of my neighbors!"
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hartland

+13

Response time2 days
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%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 Watertown, 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%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

Once you confirm a tree is dead, you should remove it. Dead trees eventually fall, and larger trees in particular can cause damage to rooftops, fencing, flowers, and other objects. As we mentioned, letting decayed wood stay in your yard also invites risks to the surrounding landscaping and vegetation.

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.

There are four common ways to prune a tree correctly: crown thinning, crown reduction, crown raising, and crown cleaning. The method you choose depends on the purpose of pruning. However, making the correct cuts is a vital part of the process, regardless of your method. Pruning incorrectly can damage or even kill the tree. So, you may want to hire a professional tree-trimming company to tackle the task. 

The amount of time it takes for a tree trunk to rot depends on several factors, including the tree’s size, species, and environmental conditions. It can take anywhere from a few years to several decades for a tree’s trunk to rot. A tree stump, on the other hand, can take up to 10 years to disappear after it’s decayed naturally.

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