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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
2 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

"They came out of the time and said they would. They removed the tree limb that was hanging on my roof. And remove bushes that covered the front of my house. My water and sewer pipes were mixed in with the bushes so after they cut them completely down They drilled holes in the branches and filled it with a chemical to kill the roots. I would certainly recommend them to anybody that wants a job well done. The price was reasonable too."
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
153 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Warrior Outdoor Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Warrior Outdoor Services was able to quickly meet to discuss my project, and quoted the job fairly. Upon my acceptance, Warrior Outdoor was able to complete the initial project within a couple of days with great results. Thank you!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Custom Johns Landscaping
4.7(
80
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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
102 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Landworx Construction
4.8(
16
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Serving Destin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team at Landworx are professionals and did everything they said they would do on this project. We had a major drainage and erosion issue at our property, the team resolved the issue with a plan that they implemented in a safe and professional manner utilizing excavators, skid steers and good old fashion hard work. If we need work in the future around our property, they will be our first call - we highly recommend this firm. Sincerely R and T"
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
Deck/Porch

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

For Bradford pears, damage from storms is common, and if the trunk splits, it can pose a danger to people and surrounding structures. The best thing to do in that instance is to have the tree removed. If there’s only minor damage to the branches, pruning away the damaged parts is the first order of business. You may also want to consult a professional arborist to make sure the tree is healthy.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

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.

Rock salt or Epsom salt can damage and kill tree roots over several weeks and can even assist in removing the tree's stump. However, you need to drill holes or cut into the stump and surface tree roots to inject them properly with the salt. Repeat the process every two weeks until the roots visibly rot away.

Although it’s possible, heavy machinery like a crane is necessary for removing an entire tree stump and all. This procedure is extremely costly, time-consuming, and usually unnecessary, as there are plenty of convenient and affordable stump removal options. 

Your best bet, if you want to be sure to remove a tree and its stump efficiently, is to speak with a professional. They’ll be able to walk you through the entire process.

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