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Avatar for Strobert Tree Services, Inc.
Strobert Tree Services, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Strobert tree service has reasonable prices and their crew (Elvis, Freddie and others) were very professional. I would recommend to others."
Teamwork
Emergency Services
The Right Equipment
Tree Planting
Crane

+5

Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Palacios Tree Services
4.7(
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job! Removed a very large old silver maple tree in backyard in one and half day. New fence, shed, deck, power lines all under tree and no damage to anything. Amazing job and the crew worked hard and efficiently to get it done. Very satisfied customer!"
Large Trunk
Carlos
Chips
Climbing
Corp parking lot cleanup

+14

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Stump Removal Services
4.6(
17
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We do all kinds of tree work including ; tree trimming, tree cutting, tree and stump removal and yard cleanup. In the fall/winter seasons we also offer firewood. \nFamily owned and operated. \n\n\nOur firewood prices are :\n\n$175 cord of mixed wood.\n$220 cord of oak wood.\n$25 delivery charge, out of state $35.\n$40 stacking service (optional) out of state $60.\n\n**Every day delivery **\n\nPhone numbers :\n(302) 540-7628\n(302) 540-9734\n\n**Sunday services by appointment only **

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Brandywine Tree & Shrub
4.7(
96
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The 4-man team arrived on time and went to work! The tree was very awkward to reach and so a crane was used. Each man was skilled & professional. I was truly impressed — a thorough and safe job — a major effort, really well done -- in about 4 hours. I highly recommend Brandywine Tree & Shrub."
Chiptruck
stumpgrinder
Lawn Protection
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
LA's Quality Tree Service
5.0(
9
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would recommend LA's Quality Tree Service to anyone who wants a professional tree service After the blow of high winds left our yard with one 80 foot tree uprooted and crashing down on two other smaller trees and numerous other tree damage. Luis came out with in an hour after calling his company. Gave a very fair price. The crew came out the next day and started the clean up. They were on time every morning and worked two full days. Cutting down six trees (25' to 80') Lots of downed branches (some 25' long and about 18" thick) and grinded the tree stump. The whole crew was professional, cleaned up every evening. Thankful we found LA's Quality Tree Service."
Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Klean Kut LLC
5.0(
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding service! Klean Kut LLC removed 37 trees along with all 37 stumps from my property last year and William Cochran went above and beyond to ensure a smooth, timely process. Very professional, communication was prompt, super friendly and any request that I had William Cochran was able to deliver on. I highly recommend Klean Kut LLC and will continue using their services in the future!"
Paver Patio Installation
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dude Wheres My Tree
5.0(
1
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Serving Elsmere, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent tree service! I couldn’t be happier with the work this yea did. They are professional, punctual, and took great care removing and trimming several trees on my property. I highly recommend the to anyone needing tree work done right!"
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Trees that flower in the spring—like dogwood, cherry, magnolia, and pear—should not be pruned during the winter. These spring-flowering plants grow buds on old growth, so you’ll actually remove what would’ve been gorgeous flowering foliage. Instead, wait to prune until right after they bloom, when the flowers fade.

All of the tree root removal methods mentioned above are effective on any kind of root, whether it’s still growing or simply needs a gentle nudge to finish decomposing. The only difference is that larger roots tend to be harder to remove and may require multiple chemical treatments as well as manual labor to eradicate.

Getting a tree pro with the right experience can be the difference between your transplanted tree surviving or not. When hiring a local tree transplanting and removal service, follow up on references, check their portfolio, ask for a breakdown of the costs, and get proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance. 

Also, look for companies certified by the International Society of Arboriculture or registered with the Tree Care Industry Association and make sure they have an appropriate state or city license.

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