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Avatar for Platt & Company Arborists
Platt & Company Arborists
4.9(
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike is very knowledgeable and professional. He patiently waited til I got all my estimates. He scheduled the tree trimming shortly after I chose him. I am very pleased with his trimming of my crepe myrtle."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Strobert Tree Services, Inc.
4.4(
132
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is a phenomenal tree service and Arborist. They do fabulous field work. Andy has been taking care of my trees for years. I also have fruit trees that he has helped me with. I cannot say enough good things about the work they do. The crew is hard working and extremely professional. I rely solely on Strobert's Tree Service to care for my trees. Andy is spot on when it comes to pricing. The very first time he was out for an estimate he noticed a strangulating root which was killing one of my trees. He went to his truck for some tools and took care of that root instantly - at no charge - and saved my tree that I did not even know was in trouble. Also, we had an ice storm recently and Andy was able to save my favorite 60' Pine tree. Branches were freezing and dropping to the ground. They did a procedure called "re-balancing" and actually weighted the tree in specific areas until it could take hold - and it is surviving as well. His pricing is spot on as well. I strongly recommend Strobert Tree Services as this is a true professional."
Teamwork
Emergency Services
The Right Equipment
Tree Planting
Crane

+5

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Jobe's Landscape
4.6(
111
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Jobes upon the recommendation of a neighbor and we have been very pleased with them for the past four years. They are very professional, very friendly, and pay close attention to detail, resulting in our lawn looking great. We have recommended them to many others who have also been quite pleased."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Furst Choice Irrigation
4.9(
87
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A professional through and through. From the first phone call to the final completion of the project. Chase was punctual and fully dedicated to his work and when finished our property looked better than before he started and that was after he installed the irrigation system! We will be calling Chase back for more work next year."
New Valves
New line trenched in outside of walkway
Trencher
Replaced rotors with Rain Bird Pop-Ups w/ R-Van
New Lines Moved

+82

Response time11 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Over the Top Tree Care
4.6(
75
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Asked several times if I was completely happy with results during the process. Stacked wood and branches exactly where I wanted. On time, polite and efficient. Will hire again."
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Brandywine Tree & Shrub
4.7(
96
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve been having Brandywine Tree & Shrub do our tree maintenance for years & they’ve always done excellent work & clean up the area when finished. Have equipment available that others don’t have to do the job right even with HUGE trees. Came out for initial estimate and were here in about 2 weeks to complete the job.Usually we only have tree maintenance done but they also removed debris hanging off edges of our gutter helmets & also removed branches & other tree debris from our roof (2-story home). Cut down 2 trees completely,cleaned up and reduced canopy of three other trees (one HUGE) as well. Removed all debris. HIGHLY recommend-some arborists will butcher your trees-Brandywine Tree & Shrub won’t - they are well trained, courteous, and always do a superb job."
Chiptruck
stumpgrinder
Lawn Protection
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Augusto & Sons Landscaping, LLC
4.2(
242
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Serving Milton, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Augusto and Sons team was very quick to respond to my request and came out shortly after to observe my property. Kevin and his team were super nice and professional! My yard looks amazing and I couldnt be happier. Bushes trimmed, tree cut down, old mulch removed, new mulch layed down, weeds pulled, I love it"
Grill
Patio
Response time10 hrs
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can use the formula mentioned earlier to calculate the depth of tree roots. Each inch of width of a tree trunk translates to six inches of depth within the root system. Large trees extend anywhere from 2 to 6 feet into the ground, with some magnificent specimens going even deeper.

Horticulturist is a broad term for any type of plant and soil expert. An arborist, meanwhile, specializes in all aspects of tree care. You should hire an arborist when you need assistance with tree-related tasks, such as pruning large trees, removing trees, diagnosing a sick tree, or emergency tree services. Horticulturists aren’t qualified to handle those types of tasks.

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.

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.

DIY pruning is possible for small trees and shrubs with basic tools. However, for larger trees, more hazardous removals, or to ensure proper pruning techniques are used, it is recommended to hire a professional for safety.

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