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CleanScape Solutions
4.8(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Stratford, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an awesome job taking out some random trees that had grown up in my yard and trimmed lower branches off a huge pine. They cleaned up the whole area so nicely and it looks amazing !!! Fair price and friendly. Came same day!! Will hire them to trim my other seven trees."
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+5

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Tyler Hepworth
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Stratford, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Hello! My name is Tyler Hepworth, and I am looking forward to working with you. I am just a man looking for more ways to provide for my family and help people in the process. I have extensive experience in quite a few different fields of work including construction, security, fire protection, electrical, mechanic work, plumbing, drywall, lawn care, and telecommunications. Im capable of helping with a range of needs you may have, from gutter cleaning and lawn care to painting and drywall work. I hope to get the opportunity to work with you in accomplishing your goals.

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ARBOR WAY ALL ABOUT TREES LLC
5.0(
40
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Stratford, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work. I was raised in Paul Bunyan country (father was a logger; brother a tree climber). The Arbor Way crew is as good as it gets. Skilled, efficient, careful. Do not hesitate to give them a call if you need tree work done."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+12

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It enhances property aesthetics, improves tree health, and prevents safety hazards.

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.

Yes, forestry mulching can grind stumps, but the level of effectiveness depends on the equipment used. Drum mulchers can break down smaller stumps, but larger or deep-rooted stumps may require a dedicated stump grinder for complete removal. If full stump removal is necessary for replanting or construction, additional excavation may be needed. Always check with your forestry mulching provider to confirm whether they offer stump grinding and if their equipment is suitable for your specific needs.

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

How often and long you should water a tree depends on the species and if it is mature or newly planted. The amount of water is also based on the tree's size. A good rule of thumb is approximately 5 gallons per inch of the trunk's diameter.

Adjusting watering to the recommended suggestions for the tree type and weather conditions is vital. For instance, watering trees during a drought is necessary, and you may need to water more frequently than usual.

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