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JN Services
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

JN Services LLC is an owner operated tree service based in Des Moines, Iowa, serving clients across the local region. Led by owner James Nicholson, the company is known for its commitment to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Trust us with your tree project. We treat your property like our own.

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Recommended by76%of homeowners
Cro Outdoor Services, LLC
4.7(
34
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+3 more

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We just had a dead ash tree removed this week from our back yard and used CRO Outdoor Services. The tree was in a precarious location. About 10 ft, from our pool, our garage, and close to our home. The tree was over 34 yrs old so it was a large tree. But they did it expertly, cutting branches and lowering them with ropes. Not one single thing damaged and everything was cleaned up and raked. Very pleased with they're customer service and the friendliness of all the crew. Thank you for a job well done. Marlo and Debbie"
Tree removal
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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ArborPro Tree Service
4.5(
224
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Tree Removal

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arbor pro- Eric Lowry team did a profession job! I would recommend this company to anyone that wanted a very professional & affordable tree services company. It was amazing the great services they provided! I would use them again & again_ Hands down the best I've dealt with!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Unique Tree Service
5.0(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Ankeny, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The Unique Tree service did a great job! They responded right away. Made a visit other same day to look the project over. Gave me a good estimate. Got the job done within two days. Just like they said they would."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

Not all leaning trees are dangerous, but they can be a hazard as gravity may eventually cause them to fall. A key factor is whether the lean is new or has been present for a long time. Trees that have grown with a lean for years are not typically an immediate danger, but a sudden lean is a cause for concern as it often indicates weakening roots. If a tree is leaning more than 15% from vertical, you should consider having it straightened or transplanted. To be safe, it's always best to hire a professional arborist to inspect any leaning tree to assess the risk and avoid potential accidents.

While there is a lot of debate about whether boiling water is strong enough to kill tree roots, it is not best to remove the roots from large, old trees. You may be able to weaken young roots enough to remove them manually, but boiling water will likely not do the trick for large root systems.

If you don’t stake a tree that needs support, it could be at greater risk of being damaged or failing completely, whether it uproots or falls over. That could cause damage to your property or other surrounding trees. If you want to grow healthy trees, you may need to stake them for best results.

Though summer is not ideal, you can do some light pruning during this time of year. Just make sure it’s not excessive. Vigorous pruning will stress the tree and impact next year’s growth. Generally, August to September are the best summer-pruning months, particularly for fruit trees.

A general rule is that trees need 10 gallons of water for each inch of the tree’s diameter. For large trees, that can amount to approximately 160 gallons of water or more. Watering big trees to this extent can take quite a bit of time using a hose. For this reason, you may consider installing a soaker hose or sprinkler system to make the job easier.  

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