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Avatar for Ressler's Professional Tree Service, Inc.
Ressler's Professional Tree Service, Inc.
4.8(
52
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"An appointment was made immediately. Did an incredible job of taking down the dead trees and trimming others. Cleaned up after themselves. Highly recommend. I will definitely use them again. Right price, too!"
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+15

Response time4 hrs
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Crusader Tree Service and Property Maintenance, LLC
Crusader Tree Service and Property Maintenance, LLC
4.9(
66
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Steven and his crew did a fantastic job of trimming the trees over my roof and around my home. And they did a great job cleaning up after the work. Wish I could give then 10 stars. Would use them again for any future tree work needed."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RichardSean
4.3(
63
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+2 more

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Working with this team on both a boat dock inside the home project, I found them extremely professional from the office staff/ workers project leader. They took all the time I needed to fully explain my ideas and then they made several additional recommendations (not in a pushy way) to consider to help ensure the final project was all that I expected. As the project progressed I always felt I was being updated and fully understanding each step. In many projects, unexpected issues sometimes arise but Richard took the time to explain them and let me so I could make any changes I felt were needed or could wait until another project. In the end, everything was far beyond my expectations and within budget. I fully plan to use them again have highly recommended them to all my friends and to you this review reader also."
Noninvasive installation
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+78

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Elite Outdoor Services of North Florida LLC
Elite Outdoor Services of North Florida LLC
5.0(
47
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is a truly professional crew that takes pride in their work and does it for an affordable price. Thank you Elite for doing an excellent job cutting down two large oaks and for grinding the stumps. You all ROCK!"
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3 Story Leaning Tree
3 Story Leaning Tree

+22

Response time1 day
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Brown's Land Restoration
4.6(
75
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"George Brown and his team are the best tree removal crew we've ever hired. We were already huge fans of George because we were customers of his former lawn service business for years. It was hard saying goodbye to George in his lawncare capacity back a few years ago as he was truly the best and we really liked who he was as a person as well. We needed some very large trees removed from very close to the house recently and knew that George was the one to call. WOW, George and his crew did an incredible job!! They’ve got all the right heavy equipment and highly skilled staff who work in sync with one another in the process. They're the most efficient, skilled tree removal specialists we’ve ever hired and George truly goes the extra mile for his customers. All the “fallout” debris was cleaned up and hauled off afterward, the stumps were ground and the area around where they did the work was leveled and just beautiful. George is a man of integrity and kindness with an unparalleled work ethic. He’s found that in the staff he’s hired to work for him as well. George’s price is right, too! Someone you can trust to do the job right, all the way around!"
After Canopy Lift
Sod Installation
After Canopy Lift
Sod Installation
Sod Preporation

+15

Response time1 day
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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All Pro Lawn & Tree Service
4.9(
17
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wow! So happy about everything!! Showed up on time, did such a great job. My wife and l were nervous because it was such a big tree in a very tight spot but he completely trimmed the complete tree with no issues whatsoever. Was so considerate that he explained the process and was so polite and professional. He will be the only person we will use. Cleaned up so good that you didnâ t know that the tree was trimmed. Great job!! Thank you so much."
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming

+15

Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Camargo Tree Service, LLC
4.2(
90
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"JP helped us with the trees we have in our yard, gave us advice and listened to what we desired. I would hire his team again and would recommend them for your tree or lawn services!"
Response time9 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Outdoor Butler Services, Inc.
4.9(
26
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Alachua, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Overall it was a great experience. There were a couple of things that came up, but nothing too serious. They were very professional and did a great job trimming a large oak tree and cleaning up afterward. Would definitely use them again."
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Response time1 day
Response rate85%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

An arborist specializes in tree care, performing tasks such as pruning, treating diseases, and removing hazardous trees. They also assess soil conditions, plant trees, and develop landscaping plans to ensure healthy growth. They also manage debris cleanup, inspect equipment, and record maintenance activities. Arborists often collaborate with landscapers and professional tree maintenance services, applying their specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills to maintain tree health and safety.

Unfortunately, palm tree stumps are one of the most difficult types to remove due to how their roots grow. Unlike other trees, palm tree roots grow horizontally and vertically. Palm tree roots grow as deep as three feet into the ground, although soil and growing conditions could mean they go as far as 50 inches into the earth. 

If you want to be able to repurpose the grass in the area where you removed a stump later, you’ll have to dig quite deep—and perhaps wide—to trim away all the roots.

You can use herbicides to prevent roots from growing without killing the tree itself, however they must be used with caution. Systemic herbicides are absorbed by the root and can kill off problematic roots. However, herbicides can sometimes negatively impact nearby plants, so the solution is best used sparingly.

If you’re wondering whether you can plant a tree where the stump was removed, know that the soil conditions won’t be ideal, so you should avoid it. The soil beneath the previous tree will likely be depleted of nutrients, plus there may be roots left behind that will seriously hinder the growth of a new tree. Also, if you use salt or other chemical solutions to kill the stump, these can linger in the soil for months or even years and prevent healthy growth. It’s best to choose a different spot that’s at least three feet away for a new tree, or wait at least a year and thoroughly amend the soil before you plant.

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

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