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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 Tama, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Drive way was compacted and over grown with grass, weeds, and allowing water into the garage. Had a hill on one side of the house lower against the foundation, getting water in basement. Needed a patio to replace the rotted deck and allow my dog run. Did a great job, hired to rejuvenate and gravel driveway which looks awesome, remove hill along side of house place dirt against house and leave a swell between property to not cause an issue for my neighbor, much dryer in the basement, removed what was left of my rotted deck to put in a patio sloped away from the house. Was too hot for me but they showed up and got everything done quicker than I thought it would be. Very happy I was able to hire them"
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+25

Response time9 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Royalty Tree Service
5.0(
9
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Tama, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Raul Avalos came out to remove four trees and take out some dead limbs in some other trees. They showed up at 8 am and left at 2:30 pm. They do great work and my wife and I are very happy with them. They hauled all the trees and limbs away and the yard looked great after they were done. I would highly recommend them for any tree service work."
Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Kurka Tree Service, LLC
New to Angi
Tree Trimming

Serving Tama, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Kurka Tree Service is a small business owned and operated solely by Vance Kurka. We currently offer tree trimming and removal, and look to grow the business to other services in the future. Call for a free estimate!

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Hauling the tree away
Limbing out the first tree

+7

Response time3 hrs
Avatar for E&H Maintenance and Tree Services
E&H Maintenance and Tree Services
4.2(
16
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Tama, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After being ghosted by several "established" tree companies in Central Iowa I found online, I went to HomeAdvisor to find someone who would actually do the work after coming put to put in a bid on removing my dead ash tree. These guys fron E&H Maintenance called me and came out 2 days later to take a look at my tree. They gave me a reasonable bid and came by 6 days later to do the work. Just two very capable young men who worked hard and got most the tree down in one day, even having to work around multiple power lines and dealing with limbs hanging over my house. The next day they came back to cut down the rest of the trunk and they thoroughly cleaned everything up when they were finished. They did an amazing job with less equipment and with only two guys for about the same price the larger companies had quoted me. I would highly recommend skipping those tree companies who have websites and non-responsive office staff who may quote you a bid but will never bother to return your calls or come out when promised, and go with these two hard-working entrepreneurs. You'll be glad you worked with them, I guarantee it!"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Big Richard's Tree Service
3.7(
10
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business+2 more

Serving Tama, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"All the men that did the work were very courteous, and willing to do whatever I needed. Great work ethics. I know you will be happy with there work. I highly recommend this company"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

Yes, the same rules discussed above apply to your neighbor: They can trim one of your trees as long as they’re only cutting the portion that extends into their property. Your neighbor is not allowed to access your property without permission, nor can they cut past the property line. 

Hiring an arborist costs around $900 on average, with prices ranging from $250 to $2,500 or more. Some arborists charge an hourly rate, typically between $100 and $350 per hour. The final cost depends on several factors, including the type of work, the number of trees, accessibility, and whether you hire an independent arborist or a larger tree service company. When hiring, you should also consider their experience and insurance coverage.

Below are some estimated costs for common arborist jobs:

  • Small tree removal: $300 to $500

  • Large tree removal: $500 to $2,000 or more

  • Tree health assessment: $150

  • Trimming a small tree: $75 to $200

  • Trimming a large tree: $150 to $400

  • Dealing with invasive species: $150 to $1,000 or more

While palm trees can bring aesthetic appeal to your yard, they have a couple of drawbacks. The main disadvantage is that many types require warm climates, so if you live in a cold region, you need to ensure you pick a palm that can withstand the freezing temperatures. Another downside is that maintenance can be difficult because of their height, which means you will need to pay a pro to prune the tree as needed.

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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