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Family First Tree Care
4.8(
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Another great job by Family First Tree Service. They do an excellent job and their clean up and removal is phenomenal. I highly recommend them Thank You! Dena Joyce"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+44

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Simpson Works
4.8(
135
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would Highly Recommend this Company. Courtesy and Professional 100% Fast Work and Cleaned up Everything. Don't even know that they were here. Just The Tree Stump. And I will use them to Grind the Stump and Put in A Palm Tree."
Clean up for home owner
Clean up for home owner
Clean up for home owner
Clean up for home owner
Clean up for home owner

+176

Response time6 hrs
144 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Custom Johns Landscaping
4.7(
81
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Excellent quality professional services for a fair price-John was on point and prompt in response from his quote through the completion of his tree removal services at my home. I would definitely recommend him and his crew. I will hire him for other tree services and lawn care."
Response time11 hrs
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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R.C.P. Landscape & Maintenance
4.5(
65
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Completed project the same day. Made great recommendations about the best removal process to keep from damaging septic leach field. Put in extra care to grind exposed roots. I will use them again in the future!"
Landscaping and Lawncare
Landscaping and Lawncare
Landscaping and Lawncare
Landscaping and Lawncare
Landscaping and Lawncare

+27

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Touch Of a Finger
4.7(
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"great workers, great price. 4 of them came. they went above and beyond trimming large oak trees that were over 200 years old. On site they were willing to do extra work for a small additional fee. All of the cut wood was removed as requested...and they even raked the yard clean of all leaves & debris. I have other rental properties and will certainly be using this group again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eco Vision Landscaping
4.9(
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eco Vision Landscaping is a reliable company and you canâ t go wrong. He does lawn service and sprinkler service. I would recommend him to anyone."
Pine Straw
Pine Straw
Pine Straw
Pine Straw
Pine Straw

+16

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

Most jobs take 2-8 hours, but extensive trimming may take multiple days.

If you’re planning on keeping the tree, unless the roots are invasive, there’s no need to remove them, as doing so can cause damage to the tree. If the tree has been cut down and the stump and roots are left, grinding and removing the stump can cause root decay for some species. For other species, the stump and roots will need to be removed to prevent pests, disease, and possible tree regrowth.

A dead tree should always be cut down, because it could fall and cause injuries or damage, and it can also attract insects like carpenter ants. A tree that’s diseased beyond repair should also be cut down, but it’s not always easy for a homeowner to tell. Signs of disease include dying branches, a hollow trunk, leaning, and discolored or missing leaves, but your best bet is to hire a local arborist who can evaluate the tree and tell you if it can be saved or should be cut down.

The best pro to hire for spraying trees is a tree maintenance specialist. These pros are well-versed in selecting the right spray treatment and applying it properly to ensure there’s no collateral damage to the tree or surrounding landscape. Many tree maintenance services employ certified arborists, but for these routine visits, the extra investment usually isn’t necessary.

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