"First to contact me in person. Excellent job removing limbs and balancing the first tree that had been neglected for years. Complete removal of a large dead maple including the stump. Very professional and friendly! Great job of cleanup. Yes I will hire them again for all future tree/irrigation needs."
"They did a great job getting my trees trimmed and ready for spring. They got me scheduled for a free estimate the same week I reached out and they were able to complete the job fast. I would highly recommend them, they are easy to work with and my trees haven’t looked this good in a long time."
"Alex and his team completed a major landscaping project in just over a week. They worked extremely hard and did a great job. When minor repairs needed to be completed, Alex stood by his promise to come back and address ASAP. Highly recommend Alex and team and look forward to working with him more in the future."
"Ron came out on a rainy afternoon and gave an estimate to remove the tree .
It was 20 years old and very tall and close to our fence.
The crew showed up and took time to remove the tree without disturbing any thing around it. They ground the stump and cleaned everything up. This crew is the most polite-respectful-and hard working I
Have seen.
The person who did the hiring—GOOD
JOB."
"Very helpful and excellent job done! Fast workers, polite and prompt! I highly recommend Competitive LLC. They removed a huge tree stump from our yard at a lower cost than I could find anywhere. They responded right away to my post for this job and they had already checked out the size of the stump and gave me a price on first contact with me. They were able to do the job right away and I could not have been happier!"
"He did an awesome job removing a tree from a tight spot next to house and fence. I would highly recommend him and will be calling them again for future work."
"I got in touch with this company and the very next day they were able to come and mow and trim and do an amazing job on my big yard. I highly recommend SR lawncare!"
Trimming a tree can take anywhere from just two hours to a full day, depending on the age of the tree, the number of trees, and the species. Young trees are generally easier to trim, as their branches are often thinner in diameter and easier to reach compared to mature trees. They also tend to be healthier. If you haven’t trimmed your trees before or it’s been a while, the process could take even longer.
It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large.
Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.
If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.
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.
All of the tree root removal methods mentioned above are effective on any kind of root, whether it’s still growing or simply needs a gentle nudge to finish decomposing. The only difference is that larger roots tend to be harder to remove and may require multiple chemical treatments as well as manual labor to eradicate.
Not every arborist climbs trees, but most will do so if that’s the best method for assessing or treating a tree. Arborists have a variety of tree climbing gear and safety equipment to choose from when climbing trees. Consult your local arborist about their tree-climbing plan if your service requires that type of task.
The Caldwell, ID homeowners’ guide to arboricultural services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
How much does an arborist cost? This guide explains the cost of different services, ongoing expenses, and other factors to consider when hiring an arborist.
Arborists are specialized tree care experts. This guide will help you hire an arborist with all the qualifications to give your trees the best care possible.