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ArborForce Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Berkeley Lake, GA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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"I hired ArborForce Tree Services to cut down two huge trees and trim several large branches from three other trees. I got great service at a good price. The crew arrived on time, and they were very friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend ArborForce Tree Services. I will definitely hire them again."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Northside Tree Professionals
4.9(
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Serving Berkeley Lake, GA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent company! Everyone from start to finish was kind, professional, knowledgeable and efficient. The fees were reasonable and the work was meticulous! I had extensive pruning of enormous trees surrounding my 3 story house. I wouldn’t hesitate to use this company in the future!"
Response time1 day
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by3%of homeowners
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MyTreeMen LLC
4.9(
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Serving Berkeley Lake, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"If you want the best, call My TreeMen LLC. Owners Chris and Cathy Aldridge are involved providing great customer service throughout the whole process. The crew is excellent and has the equipment needed for a safe and thorough job. When the job is completed and area is cleaned up, they walk you through all that was done. They really care! Thank you Chris and Cathy!"
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Response time1 day
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LITTLE BEAR TREE SERVICE
4.9(
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Serving Berkeley Lake, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"Greg and the crew from Little Bear were very nice and efficient.  They did an excellent job taking down a couple of tall trees and trimming some others and removed several bushes that were overgrown.    They were very professional, cleaned up all the limbs and left the yard looking really good.  We would definitely recommend Little Bear Tree Service and we will definitely use them again.
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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spider Tree Services, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Berkeley Lake, GA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were great. I hired them to take down some very large dead trees and clear a bunch of nasty brush, vines, and fallen trees along my steep creek bank. It was certainly not a very attractive job. I was pretty impressed at their ingenuity and skill at cutting and extracting the trees from the creek. They initially thought it was a 2 day job, but they brought a crew of 6 and knocked it out in one day working past dark to get it done. I paid them in full, thanked them, and sent them on their way. The next day in the daylight I was kind of disappointed in the end product, not terrible, but still a lot of small loose brush and vines on the ground and ruts from the bobcat. I contacted Alberto and he immediately sent 3 guys back out to do some rake and shovel work for a few hours to dress up the area and get it looking good. These are friendly, customer service oriented people with a good work ethic and integrity. Highly recommend."
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Response time12 hrs
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

The ideal depth of a tree notch depends on the tree, but it should usually be between 20% and 25% of the tree’s depth. However, if the tree is leaning towards the direction of the notch, it can be cut more shallowly—at as little as 10% of the depth. When the tree is leaning away from the direction it needs to be felled, you can cut deeper, closer to 30%.

It’s not always easy to tell when a tree is dying, although signs like dropping branches and brittle bark can sometimes offer clues. It can also be difficult to know whether a tree is dead or dormant, especially if it’s a deciduous tree. You’ll want to wait until a growth season to get a good idea of a tree’s health. When in doubt, contact an arborist for a consultation.

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

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.

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