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A-Absolute Tree Services
4.8(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Safety Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely fantastic service! Gene was extremely prompt, professional, caring, and thorough. I could tell from my first meeting with him that he cares about the service he provides and the trees that he works on. He is not only a licensed arborist, but he also keeps up to date on research and tree care techniques. The turnaround time was very quick. The team that came out was professional, efficient, and quick. He has the best equipment and an arborist on site during the work. Gene also came out to make sure instructions were clear."
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+9

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mj Family Tree Service LLC
5.0(
16
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Safety Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I’ve used MJ Family Tree Service multiple times now, and they’ve done an excellent job every single time. They’re always professional, on time, and the quality of work is top notch. Most recently, they trimmed a large tree over my driveway and did an amazing job. They were very careful with the work, cleaned everything up thoroughly afterward, and left the area looking great. It’s hard to find companies that are this reliable and consistent nowadays. I highly recommend MJ Family Tree Service to anyone needing tree work done."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+34

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Award Tree Service
4.9(
313
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Safety Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AWARD TREE SERVICE did an amazing job!They were timely. They were very reasonable and very pleasant to work with, and I certainly would recommend this company to anyone who needs tree service. I will certainly hire them again if needed."
Oak tree Removal
Pine Tree
Tree Trimming
Before Removal
Removing Oak Tree

+3

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Tree Barber Inc.
4.9(
78
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Safety Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner called in a timely manner and made arrangements to view my site. Completed the work the next day. Our house backs up to a lot of trees so future business. Very customer focused and offered advice on some fertilizer for my palm trees. Will definitely have them back in a few months to do additional work. And a couple of years when I have the entire surrounding trees trimmed back from the house."
Tree Barber Services
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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AAP Lanscaping
5.0(
24
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Safety Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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J MACIAS TREE SERVICE LLC
5.0(
18
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Safety Harbor, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Good experience. Fast, professional and a price that was well below all the other competetors. Plus he actually did the right thing and checked on permit and got arborist to write a letter (all for no additional fee). I'm running out of trees, but if I need any more trimming, J Macias is definitely who I'm calling. (Remove one large laurel okay, major trim to second large laurel oak -- $2800)"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If you don’t cut down a dead, dying, or diseased tree, it can become a nesting place for pests like mosquitos, bees, beetles, wasps, fly larvae, and more. Some pests will live in the tree, while others will feed off the decaying wood. Unhealthy trees are also more likely to fall over, potentially injuring people and causing damage to your property.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

Trimming a tree can take anywhere from just two hours to a full day, depending on the age of the tree, the number of trees, and the species. Young trees are generally easier to trim, as their branches are often thinner in diameter and easier to reach compared to mature trees. They also tend to be healthier. If you haven’t trimmed your trees before or it’s been a while, the process could take even longer.

You may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

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