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Exceptional Edge
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Lisbon, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

"The Exceptional Edge technicians were very professional and meticulous how maneuvered around to trim my shade tree. I was very impressed how they removed the stump and all the tree limbs without tearing up my yard. Their service was excellent and they have the latest equipment technology."
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Big Richard Tree Service
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Lisbon, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

**Big Richard Tree Service**\n\nBig Richard Tree Service proudly provides professional tree care services throughout Cedar Rapids, IA and surrounding areas. We specialize in tree removal, tree trimming, pruning, storm damage cleanup, and hazardous tree removal for residential and commercial properties. Fully insured and committed to safety, we use the proper equipment and techniques to protect your property while delivering quality results. We believe not all tree companies are the same, which is why we focus on honest communication, dependable service, and getting the job done right the first time. Contact us today for a free estimate.\n

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Trillium Woodworks
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Lisbon, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dylan did several jobs for me and had cleaned up and finished before I knew it! He and Sara were a great team. Very efficient and reasonable. I highly recommend!"
Large Maple Removal
Large Maple Removal
Hackberry storm damage trim
Hackberry storm damage trim
Large Oak Removal

+2

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Big Richard Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Lisbon, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Big Richard's Tree Service - These guys are prompt, professional, polite, meticulous. 60+ foot tree, damaged from the derecho, spanning most of the width of my yard with many obstacles in the way, power lines and much more. They were extremely careful, I would trust them with the biggest job. Cleanup was very thorough. Highly recommend."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Trees naturally want to grow upward, so one may straighten all by itself, though this only comes into play when a tree is leaning just a small amount. For trees growing into an awkward position or those leaning heavily in one direction, the above steps are necessary to ensure the tree gets back on the right path. This also holds true for trees planted in a spot with unstable soil.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

If an arborist is certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), the highest level of certification available is ISA Board Certified Master Arborist. According to the ISA, this credential is reserved for arborists “who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.” Check your arborist’s credentials before hiring to confirm their level of training and expertise.

You can hire a professional arborist or tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure safety, prevent property damage, and comply with all the local regulations. It’s highly advisable to always hire a professional, as tree removal can be extremely dangerous, especially for large or damaged trees. Certified arborists or tree removal experts have the proper equipment, training, and insurance to do the job safely and efficiently. They can also handle cleanup, stump removal, and obtaining the necessary permits.

Pruning trees during the summer can be a bad idea because the new growth will take place during the hottest months of the year, which can stress your tree out. Similarly, pruning during the early fall can be a bad idea, too, because you’d be stimulating new growth when most trees are aiming to go dormant. 

Pruning recommendations will vary by the type of tree, but generally, waiting until winter to prune your trees is a good idea.

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