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Barry Contracting
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Serving Earling, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

+5

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Wulf Tree Services
New to Angi

Serving Earling, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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.

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Austin Burd
4.7(
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Serving Earling, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and did amazing work. He was the first service to contact me and was not pushy about choosing them as a provider. I highly recommend them for any yard work you need to be done."
Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Hemlock tree service
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Serving Earling, 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

Ideally, you should wait to prune until trees have gone dormant in late fall to early winter. The worst times to prune trees are early fall and late summer, as pruning them so close to dormancy makes it difficult for the tree recover before it goes dormant for the season.

You can use a felling ax to chop down a tree by following the same prep and steps as a chainsaw, but be prepared to use some muscle. For trees bigger than 7 inches in diameter, it can take some time and serious strength to cut down a tree using just an ax. 

There are a few things you should look for in a stump removal company to make sure you’ll be satisfied with the results:

  • Proper business licensing and insurance

  • History of positive reviews

  • Good rating with the Better Business Bureau

We also recommend asking any company you’re considering the following questions to help find the best value:

  • Will you remove the roots as well as the stump?

  • Will you haul away wood chips or large portions of the stump?

  • What method will you use to remove the stump?

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.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

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