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Avatar for Titan Excavating, LLC
Titan Excavating, LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did and awesome job. Very easy to talk to and where very communicative through the whole process. Thanks guys!"
Parking
Drive
Drive
Drive
Parking

+25

Response time9 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Sedenka Excavating and Habitat
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Sedenka Is definitely a great company to work with. the owner Trey is very very personable and reasonable I didnâ t have any problems and would recommend him to anybody."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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L. Miller Landscaping
4.2(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business+1 more

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very knowledgable and really understands what you need."
5 corses in
tiuleing
wall tie in
mostly finished wall
wall tie in

+5

Response time5 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Diversified Outdoor Solutions
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The hedge removal was done quickly. Service was friendly. I think it's early to say any more. We'll see how it goes."
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping

+9

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Charlier hydroseeding & land management
5.0(
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Tree Trimming

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"My wife and I had some horrendous super weeds take off in our flower beds . All around the house, and out of control crabgrass in our ditches. I hired Nick and we made a game plan on what was most cost effective and best for our circumstances. We live next to crops, and have a dog. Obviously have water ways needing treatment. So a lot of little nuances going on there. Nick came back with proper research and sprayed accordingly to each situation. Then his crew and him removed the excess vegetation and even som small trees that had come in by squirrels or birds. We have a set game plan for the future of the project and bigger plans next year! He was even able to work around my hectic schedule for what was best for our household. Thanks Nick and crew!"
overgrowth cleanup
overgrowth cleanup
Shrub removal
Shrub removal
Shrub removal

+2

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Loos’N Up Stump Grinding and Land Management LLC
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Here at Loos’n Up Stump Grinding and Land Management LLC we specialize in the removal of unwanted stumps and other unsightly objects that you have to mow around.

Stump grinding
Stump grinding
Stump grinding
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Henriksens Hauling LLC
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Shellsburg, IA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Henriksen's Hauling LLC specializes in dump trailer rental, yard waste clean up, landscape material delivery and even house clean outs.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You’ll have to balance up the cost, the value of the tree (sentimental or otherwise), and the risk factors. An experienced arborist will help you understand whether transplanting is likely to be successful. The cost and hassle of transplanting a large, well-established tree are often not worth it, especially if the species is fast-growing and easy to source. The decision depends on the age and species of the tree, the conditions in the new site location, and how careful the company is when digging out and moving the tree.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

If you’re planning on keeping the tree, unless the roots are invasive, there’s no need to remove them, as doing so can cause damage to the tree. If the tree has been cut down and the stump and roots are left, grinding and removing the stump can cause root decay for some species. For other species, the stump and roots will need to be removed to prevent pests, disease, and possible tree regrowth.

Horticulturist is a broad term for any type of plant and soil expert. An arborist, meanwhile, specializes in all aspects of tree care. You should hire an arborist when you need assistance with tree-related tasks, such as pruning large trees, removing trees, diagnosing a sick tree, or emergency tree services. Horticulturists aren’t qualified to handle those types of tasks.

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

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