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Guyetts Tree Services
4.8(
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Serving Ruskin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I thought they did a wonderful job. I had some palm trees trimmed by them, and I am very pleased with their work. They were very professional, had all the right equipment to handle the job. They were very fast and very affordable. I highly recommend, and will definitely be looking to hire again if I need help trimming trees."
Response time2 days
Response rate89%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mid-Florida Tree Service
4.7(
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Serving Ruskin, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The quote was given on date and time promised, and they came in significantly cheaper than the two other companies with a Certified Arborist from whom I obtained quote. Work was done great, including clean-up. Would not hesitate to hire them again."
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Response time2 days
Response rate97%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Rowland & Son Tree Service
4.8(
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Serving Ruskin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Rowland & Sons Tree Service to grind a huge tree stump and then level the area were the stump was and we could not be more pleased with their work. They arrived on time, were very friendly, and provided excellent customer service. We had a team of three (mom, dad, and son) who worked together to get the job done. In addition to grinding and leveling we asked them to save the soil/sawdust which they did happily and placed it in containers which we provided. They saved our sod which we easily replanted. I highly recommend Rowland & Sons for this type of work."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TNT Tree Service & Landscaping LLC
5.0(
31
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Serving Ruskin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TNT Tree Service and Landscaping does amazing work. If you are looking for a service you can rely on, they are the one for you. Highly recommend them for your tree and landscaping jobs."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EXPERIENCE TREE SERVICE CORPORATION
4.7(
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Serving Ruskin, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Experience tree Service did an excellent job on removing two Stumps from my yard! One of the Stumps was very large with exposed roots going out way past the Stump. Everything was ground down below grade and smoothed out. They have the right equipment to do a professional Job! Highly recommended."
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+10

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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OUTDOOR EXPERTS LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ruskin, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Today Outdoor Experts LLC (Tree Trimming etc) trimmed our queen palm, and the overhang branches from another tree near our mailbox. They did a very good job, working quickly, efficiently, and they cleaned everything up when the work was completed."
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+5

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AAP Lanscaping
5.0(
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Serving Ruskin, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The AAP Landscaping team were polite, energetic and very professional. They listened to what I wanted, offered advise, and did an outstanding job in a great timeframe. I would definitely have AAP Landscaping do all my future tree trimming and also refer them. Outstanding work!"
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, no, tree topping isn’t a good technique, and you should avoid using it in most cases. Tree topping may be the only good option to save a tree following severe damage after a storm, but in most other cases, it’s not the right choice. Tree topping can leave trees vulnerable to disease and further damage, and most pros will suggest against it.

The best plan of action for an unhealthy or unsafe tree will depend on its condition. An arborist can recommend whether trimming or removal is the right call for your tree. Preventive tree trimming can keep trees safe and healthy, so make regular tree trimming a part of your yard maintenance plan.

Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.

It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.

Using vinegar to kill tree roots is just one of the clever ways to use vinegar around the house. The method works best when you apply vinegar as directly to the root system as possible. For example, if the old tree roots and stump are currently exposed, drill holes in the tops of the roots and pour undiluted white vinegar into the holes to soak into the plant. Remember that vinegar can kill the surrounding grass and plants should it pour over the edge.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

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