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Bear Point LLC
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Postville, IA and surrounding areas

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\nBear Point LLC specializes in land clearing, forestry mulching, brush removal, excavation, grading, and site preparation throughout Wisconsin. We take pride in providing reliable service, honest communication, and quality workmanship on every project. Whether you’re preparing a homesite, clearing trails, reclaiming overgrown property, or improving your land, we’re committed to delivering efficient, cost-effective solutions with a focus on safety and customer satisfaction.

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Sunset Tree Service
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Postville, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sunset Tree service finally contacted me. They were waiting to return from vacation. Work was scheduled immediately, and they arrived as agreed. Reviewed project and they went to work. They asked me a couple of questions during the project to make sure the job was being done to my liking. They completed the job in a timely fashion and performed a cleanup. I am very pleased with the results and would recommend this type of work. The only complaint was timely communication which could be avoided if the importance is made clear at the first meeting."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
C & S Tree Services
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For BusinessTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain+1 more

Serving Postville, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Welcome to C & S Tree Service! We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!\n\n

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SCHANBECK LANDSCAPING & EXCAVATION, LLC
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Postville, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Warranties offered

From Landscaping and Hardscape to Excavating/Grading, Concrete, Tree Removal/Stump Grinding, Material Hauling and More! We have the equipment and experience to get the job done right.\n\n? Free Estimates\n? Fully Insured\n? Quality Work You Can Trust\n? Big or Small, We Do It All\n\nNow scheduling projects! Contact us today to get on the calendar and bring your vision to life.\n\nWe are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. 

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.

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

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%.

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.

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