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Avatar for Nelson Tree Artistry, LLC
Nelson Tree Artistry, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I just had a fantastic experience with Don from Nelson Tree Artistry! He came out to grind down a massive 5 ft diameter stump in my yard, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Don was incredibly professional and friendly. He showed up right on time and got straight to work. Not only did he handle the stump with impressive skill, but he also made sure to clean up the area afterward, leaving my yard looking great. I really appreciated how respectful he was of my property, it felt like he genuinely cared about doing a good job. If you need any tree services, I highly recommend reaching out to Don at Nelson Tree Artistry. He’s fantastic, and I’m really grateful for his hard work! Thank you, Don!"
Response time2 days
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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All Seasons Tree Service, LLC
4.5(
182
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Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service! Very professional and I am very pleased with how great the pine tree looks. I would hire this company again without any hesitation."
All Seasons Tree Service
All Seasons Tree Service
Aspen Removal
Aspen Removal
Huge Ponderosa Pine

+3

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Live On Tree Service
4.8(
38
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Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Price was fair, work crew was prompt and professional. Removed large 5 trees and a couple of them were leaning badly, it was a lot of work. Very pleased with the care they took to avoid damaging the yard and other trees in the work area."
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Live Edge
Owner and Down Tree
Guitar
Stump Grinding

+5

Response time12 hrs
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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North Idaho Tree Works
4.8(
34
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Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"North Idaho Tree Works owner Josh Roof, is a very professional, friendly & very knowledgeable tree remover and stump grinder. He did a remarkable job for us, and his price was very competitive. I wouldn't hesitate to us him again when needed, and will recommend this company to anyone who needs trees removed and stumps ground down."
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+2

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Savage Landscape & Home Repair
5.0(
7
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Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We have had several projects completed by Savage Landscape and Home Repair, including a 60? foot fence, a small block wall, and some paver work. In addition we had 200? feet of fence with a custom built gate installed at another property. The staff was amazing to work with, good communication, upfront quotes and timely completion. 10/10 would hire again."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tree Me Kindly
5.0(
7
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Serving Rathdrum, ID and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"It has been a long time since I went into a home project with minimum expectations and was thoroughly impressed beyond any of my possible expectations. I wanted 4 big trees removed. Tyler pointed out there were other trees that definitely needed to be removed. He didn't hesitate, he did much of his own work, but also had appropriate staff and equipment when needed. He is very knowledgeable, efficient and definitely hard working. Even my neighbor hired him to remove a very large leaning pine tree. I would highly recommend Tree Me Kindly."
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

Tree removal can be quite expensive, especially for larger projects, but you can use the following tips to help keep costs down:

  • Do the yard cleanup afterward yourself

  • Choose to leave the logs on your property and split them yourself

  • Opt to leave the stump in the ground and tackle stump grinding yourself

  • Pull permits for tree removal, if necessary, to avoid fines

  • Pay to have multiple trees removed at once

  • Remove tree in the late winter or early spring during off-season

A dead tree should always be cut down, because it could fall and cause injuries or damage, and it can also attract insects like carpenter ants. A tree that’s diseased beyond repair should also be cut down, but it’s not always easy for a homeowner to tell. Signs of disease include dying branches, a hollow trunk, leaning, and discolored or missing leaves, but your best bet is to hire a local arborist who can evaluate the tree and tell you if it can be saved or should be cut down.

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

Pruning trees during the summer can be a bad idea because the new growth will take place during the hottest months of the year, which can stress your tree out. Similarly, pruning during the early fall can be a bad idea, too, because you’d be stimulating new growth when most trees are aiming to go dormant. 

Pruning recommendations will vary by the type of tree, but generally, waiting until winter to prune your trees is a good idea.

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