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Avatar for Titan Excavating, LLC
Titan Excavating, LLC
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Defiance, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Titan excavating does a great job and very customer oriented, I would give them 10 stars if I could. Highly recommended"
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+25

Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Barry Contracting
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Defiance, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very reliable, hard working and professional. Knowledgeable of tree removal. He did a walk through at the end of the project to make sure I was satisfied. I had multiple trees damaged by a storm and he completed the project the same day it was started. Highly recommend this company."
4.5ft wide maple
removed tree
cottonwood
Successfully dropped
Cleaned up and onto the next

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Response time2 days
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Wulf Tree Services
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Defiance, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Wulf Tree Services is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Hemlock tree service
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Defiance, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great, performed tree removal and exceeded expectations. Tree was close to house and deck, was removed without problems, and cleanup was done very well. Would definitely use again, and highly recommended their services."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Service costs depend on several factors, including the system's age, type, and size, as well as the complexity of the repair. Labor costs and whether replacement parts are necessary also play a significant role.

The best time to cut down a tree is during its dormant season, typically in winter or early spring, after all the leaves have fallen. Removing a tree during this period is advantageous for several reasons. Frozen ground helps secure the tree stump, protects the surrounding landscape from damage, and reduces the risk of the tree falling in an unintended direction. With the leaves gone, there is less risk of the tree's foliage getting tangled with other trees. Additionally, since this is often a slower season for tree services, you may be able to hire a professional at a lower rate. This dormant period is also the best time for 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%.

No, you cannot plant a tree above a gas line. Tree roots grow and spread over time and can sometimes dent, crack, or penetrate a gas line. Those same roots may also cause accessibility problems for maintenance or repairs. You can generally plant vegetation with non-invasive root systems, low-growing vegetation, and flower beds near gas lines. 

In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.

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