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Avatar for Northside Tree Professionals
Northside Tree Professionals
4.9(
34
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The free estimate from Northside Tree Pros was quick and straightforward, and I never felt pressured to add services I didn’t need. The crew was fast, professional, and had the job done with my yard cleaned up in no time. I work in arboriculture and green space management, so I’m pretty particular about tree work, and because of that, there wasn’t another company I even considered for my own yard. Highly recommend, and thanks to the whole team!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by2%of homeowners
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Palacios Tree Service
4.8(
206
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Customers say: Super punctual

Welcome to Palacios Tree Service, LLC.! With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Tree Surgeon Atlanta, LLC
4.7(
54
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We've had trees removed from our property in the past, but, Tree Surgeons surpassed them. They were pleasant, polite, and professional, and did what they said at a fair price! They placed boards in our front yard so as not to mess up the yard as they drove the bobcat over it. When they finished, in our backyard, you could not tell they'd even been there. They did a great job and even cleaned up the cul-de-sac."
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Fallen Red Oak
Fallen Red Oak
Fallen Red Oak
Fallen Red Oak

+9

Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
600 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JP Stump Grinding LLC
5.0(
13
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With 11 years of experience in the industry, JP Stump Grinding LLC is your industry expert in Snellville and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you!\n

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+6

Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hawk Tree Pros
4.8(
16
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called this company after they did some work for my neighbors and they came on the same day to give me a quote. The price was really good for what I wanted to do. They came within the same week to start the tree work and they finished quicker than I thought they would take. They also made sure to clean up after the job and it looked as if they were never here. I highly recommend them if you?re looking for a good price, efficient, and hardworking crew."
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Saddletree
4.9(
17
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Tree Trimming

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Had some routine pruning done, but Saddletree could definitely handle any job that I might have for them. The customer service was impeccable, and they cleaned up everything without leaving a trace. He was sure to educate me on what goes into the highest level of tree care for my property so that I could avoid problems in the future. I will definitely be coming back to saddletree in the future and recommending them to my neighbors."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%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.

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

Horticulturist is a broad term for any type of plant and soil expert. An arborist, meanwhile, specializes in all aspects of tree care. You should hire an arborist when you need assistance with tree-related tasks, such as pruning large trees, removing trees, diagnosing a sick tree, or emergency tree services. Horticulturists aren’t qualified to handle those types of tasks.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Unlike some fruit trees, such as apple, sweet cherry, or pear that require at least two trees for pollination, most peach trees are self-pollinating. This means you can plant just one tree and still expect it to produce fruit, typically within two to four years. For best results, consult with a local landscaper to choose the right peach tree variety for your specific climate, soil type, and yard layout.

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