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

Serving Mount Ayr, IA and surrounding areas

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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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Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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New Breed Services
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Mount Ayr, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

New Breed 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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Tree Squirrel Tree Service
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Mount Ayr, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"Jared promptly responded to my request for help with a large maple tree removal. He called me back, came to give a quote at the time we set to meet and completed the removal on the same day!!! Amazing!! Who gets that kind of service in todays world? I would highly recommend him. Thanks Jared and your helper, sorry I didnâ t get your name."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Des Moines Area Roofing
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Mount Ayr, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Des Moines Area Roofing was professional, trustworthy, and demonstrated excellent attention to detail from initial contact to job completion. Cleanup was so thorough that the next day you wouldn't even know that such a major project had taken place. It has been 2 weeks since the new roofs and we haven't seen even one stray nail left behind (and they did a complete tear down to both buildings, right down to the wood). An excellent company with which to do business. I offer my highest possible recommendation."
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Mount Ayr, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They are very consciences about what they are doing and how they do it. They don't just jump into projects and do it haphazardly. Very thorough."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tree Service By Sicness
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Mount Ayr, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

Tree Service By Sicness 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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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Steer clear of the area and contact your utility company immediately. It will have a website portal and/or a phone number to report downed trees and electrical issues. If the tree appears to be on public land, you may want to call your local government and report the issue there, too.

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.

Unless it’s dead or dangerous, think twice about cutting down a tree in your yard. They’re good for health, well-being, wildlife, and the environment. Plus, local authorities often have regulations prohibiting the removal of trees, especially protected species or individual trees with historical value.

Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.

It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

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