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Avatar for Canter Tree & Stump Solutions LLC
Canter Tree & Stump Solutions LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Clayton, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David Carter did a great job for me. He was prompt and kept me informed of how he planned on completing each task. He removed my fence and removed a very large stump in just 1 1/2 day. I would recommend his service to all!"
Fnce post and Stumps
Tree Stumps
Tree and Bush Stumps
Shrub Stumps
Grinding Holes Backfilled

+52

Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anthony's Lawn Care and Landscaping
4.7(
31
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business+1 more

Serving Clayton, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony and his team were great to work with! They were extremely dependable, and they removed two ash trees that were very dangerous! I appreciated their concern and promptness in removal of these trees! Highly recommend them for all your needs! BJ Walls"
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+1

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A&R HOME AND GARDEN PLUS SERVICES LLC
4.8(
35
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Clayton, IN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This company gave good ideas on what i should do in terms of landscaping my front and backyard. They were on time for the job, went over and beyond on my landscaping for the money i paid. I would use them again, matter of fact I called them today about another project I have up my sleeve ☺️"
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+12

Response time4 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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PR Tree Service
4.9(
14
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Clayton, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"PR Tree service provided excellent service from start to finish. Very responsive to initial service request and provided written quote the same day. Albert and his team were very courteous and professional and are the best at what they do. I would highly recommend the PR Tree Service team!!"
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+6

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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At the Top Land & Tree
5.0(
6
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Clayton, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Love the work David did for my trees. He trimmed some large branches that I needed and he was very quick in the process. He's friendly and his crew really cleans up the property nicely. He's my tree guy for the next time!"
Tree Service
Roof Patch
Tree Storm Damage
Tree Falling
Tree Removal

+4

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Leaving the tree stump and letting it rot is never a good idea, as this leads to insect infestations and other frustrations. Additionally, decomposing trunks are at risk for diseases that spread out to the remaining plants and trees in the yard, thus ruining your whole outdoor aesthetic. It's usually best to remove the stump at the same time you remove the tree.

Using Epsom salt to kill a tree stump typically takes between six and 12 months. While this may seem like a long time, it is significantly faster than the natural decomposition process, which can take up to seven years. This method is a viable DIY option for stumps that do not pose an immediate hazard. If you need a faster solution, you can hire a professional for stump removal or grinding, though this may cause more damage to the surrounding ground.

You can use herbicides to prevent roots from growing without killing the tree itself, however they must be used with caution. Systemic herbicides are absorbed by the root and can kill off problematic roots. However, herbicides can sometimes negatively impact nearby plants, so the solution is best used sparingly.

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

If you’re looking to rot a tree stump fast, potassium nitrate will work far quicker than copper nails. First, drill several holes into the stump using a power drill, then pour potassium nitrate pellets into the holes. Next, add water to help the chemical absorb into the wood, thoroughly soaking the stump to ensure the pellets dissolve and spread evenly. Afterward, cover the stump with a tarp to retain moisture and block sunlight, then place mulch on top to secure it in place.