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Gorilla Lawnservices Inc
4.6(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Alton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

"Trimmed trees, cleared branches, raked the lawn! Weâ re very professional, Had great tools and always friendly when asked to do more! Kept appointment time and finished in two hours! Would recommend their services!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Mendoza's Landscaping and Tree Services
5.0(
4
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Alton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pascual was very professional in his job. He did excellent work and was very prompt in his services. As he was doing this work I had several of my neighbors ask who was working on my yard. I passed along his information and he was able to secure numerous jobs by the work he did for me. I have a few jobs for him to do this fall."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Siouxland Tree Services, LLC
4.9(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Alton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an amazing job. They were very careful. they had to work around garages and highlines. The tree was hanging over the top of the garage. Was a very large tree. I would highly recommend they. Went above and beyond. I would give them a 10 star."
Response time3 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Jones Lawn care and landscaping - Facebook
New to Angi
Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Alton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Are there projects lingering in the back of your mind that you just don't have the time or ability to tackle? Wanting to get a fair price for the work that you are desperate to get done? Well, help is on the way. Our business is dedicated to providing property owners with professional outdoor landscape work. Contact Jones Lawn Care for anything from stump removal to landscape to lawn care. We are ready and able to help you check that pesky task off your "to-do" list!

Tree N Turf
New to Angi
Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Alton, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are committed to quality work and excellent customer service. We have built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. As we've grown, we've been careful not to compromise our commitment to quality. Our sense of pride is apparent in every we complete. You are guaranteed a pleasant experience with us every time. We strive to make you a repeat customer. Please contact us today at 712-441-9449. We look forward to helping you with your needs.

Response time3 days
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

Coverage varies quite a bit by policy, but most homeowners' insurance policies will cover $500 to $1,000 of the cost of removing a tree. Additionally, if your tree causes damage to your property, like your house, many policies will cover some or all of the costs to repair the damage, depending on why the tree fell.

Pruning is an effective way to prevent a diseased branch from infecting the rest of the tree. If the infection isn’t caught early enough and the pathogen has spread to the trunk or the majority of the branches though, it is too late to prune off the affected areas and you’ll likely need to remove the tree.

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.

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