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Crown Tree Services LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Ruthven, IA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great communication, very professional, tree removal was completed quickly and within a few days of the initial estimate. Price was lower than I expected. Will hire again for any future tree work."
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Response time3 days
Response rate94%
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Sohn's Tree Service
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Ruthven, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Sohn Tree Service LLCs 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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GoneForGood
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Ruthven, IA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

Need Junk Gone For Good?\nHi, my name is Tayden Beerman! 1am offering cheap and quick junk removal after school and weekends.\nI can help remove a wide range such as:\n-yard waste\n-house/garage junk\n-metal scrap\n-furniture\nor pretty much anything you need taken off your hands.\nSend a picture and details, and I'll respond with a precise, quick quote.\nLet me help you get it gone for good!\nContact: 507-626-1094

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C & S Tree Services
4.5(
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For BusinessTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain+1 more

Serving Ruthven, 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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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

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.

DIY is risky and not recommended for large trees; professional services ensure safe removal and proper disposal.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.

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