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Q: Can a broken tree branch grow roots?

• <div><p>Large, established tree branches won&rsquo;t grow roots, but if you find a young tree branch that&rsquo;s less than about a year old, you&rsquo;ve got a shot. Put it in water or soil as soon as possible for best results. You&rsquo;ll know the branch is viable if it&rsquo;s about the thickness of a pencil and has some leaves or needles.</p></div>

Q: Why is it important to prune trees?

• <div><p>Pruning trees is important for several reasons. It improves tree health and strength by removing dead, diseased, or unwanted branches, which in turn encourages new growth and can help treat disease. For fruit trees, proper pruning can lead to a larger and better-quality harvest. Pruning also enhances safety by removing weak limbs that could break and fall, potentially causing injury or property damage, especially during storms. Beyond these functional benefits, pruning can also improve a tree's appearance. To ensure pruning is done correctly for the tree's long-term health, consider hiring a professional.</p></div>

Q: Will a tree straighten by itself?

• <div><p>Trees naturally want to grow upward, so one may straighten all by itself, though this only comes into play when a tree is leaning just a small amount. For trees growing into an awkward position or those leaning heavily in one direction, the above steps are necessary to ensure the tree gets back on the right path. This also holds true for trees planted in a spot with unstable soil.</p></div>

Q: Do I need access to big trees to build a treehouse?

• <div><p>While it&rsquo;s best to have access to large, healthy, strong trees in a safe position, treehouse living is still possible without them. Contractors can fit tree posts to build the structure onto or use posts as additional support alongside the trees themselves. If you&rsquo;re in doubt about the suitability of the trees on your land, consult with a <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/treehouse-builders/">local treehouse builder</a> before you start the project.</p></div>

Q: How do you transplant palm trees?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-move-palm-tree.htm">Transplanting a palm tree</a> is a similar process except for a couple of important differences. First, their root ball doesn&rsquo;t need to be as large as a &ldquo;true&rdquo; tree, which makes them a bit easier to dig up and move around. Second, they struggle more with taking root and staying upright in a new location, so it&rsquo;s important to give them extra support when staking. </p></div>

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Last update on October 18, 2022

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They were very accommodating to my need for an immediate job request. They showed up 2 hours after I called and work through the weekend to finish the project!
RnR Ceramic Tile
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Reviewed in April 2022
Very good I made a telephone call and spoke to Mr. Shore and the parts that I requested was shipped immediately.
Duro Beam Pre-Fabricated Steel Buildings
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Reviewed in May 2020
Great fast service! Quality and expert service was provided. Would hire again!
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Very prompt professional service. Great communication. Would hire again!
Progress Masonry
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Reviewed in July 2012
Mr. Lester sent me an email prior to the inspection appointment, so that I would have documentation of the services we agreed upon and the cost to me. He arrived promptly and was very pleasant and professional. He did a thorough job inspecting the entire house, and then he took considerable...
Lester Inspection Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2011
We live almost 40 minutes away, inorder to help us reduce our cost Kurtis Lovgren was willing to work with us via phone calls and emails. He even had us take digital pictures with measurements (after we had removed the garden tub and shower) that we then emailed to him thereby reducing our...
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Black Panther Tree Service & Landscaping

4.9(

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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Black Panther Tree Service did a great job. They were reasonably priced and got the job done quickly. Our situation was alittle complex thanks to the neighbor but Black Panther rose to the challenge. I only did 4 stars because to me 5 stars means perfect and no one is perfect in my opinion. We all can learn more and do better. Thank you Black Panther Tree Service."

Response time4 days

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Joe'Z Tree Service LLC

4.9(

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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are wonderful the trees were trimmed to perfection with letting me provide input. I would definitely have them do more work for me. Joe is very courteous."

Response time3 days

125 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Hummel Tree Service

New to Angi

Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hummel Tree Service is your go to source for tree care in the Manhattan Kansas area. With over 25 years experience we take customer satisfaction seriously and aim to please with all services.

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Shaw's Dirt Work LLC

New to Angi

Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Veteran, family owned a operated landscape and dirt services company. We starve to provide a quality and affordable service. We strive to leave every jobsite with happy customers we will do what we can to work with any budget big or small! Never the less we will only do the job one way, the right way!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Black Panther Tree Service & Landscaping

5.0(

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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I call them the Mean Machine, Chue and his team did a great job, you need tree work done they are the ones to call, I tried to upload videos, but they are too long in duration."

Response time2 days

Response rate88%

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A Bargain Tree Service

4.4(

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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

"A Bargain Tree Service did an excellent job cutting the tree. I will recommend them to others. Great job!"

Response time2 days

Recommended by97%of homeowners

Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Dustin was great. On time. Communication was clear and consistent. Did good work and cleaned up before leaving. I had surgery a week before so his help was greatly appreciated and I can start new projects with the trees gone. Will use again. Recommend giving this new business owner a chance!"

Correcting Stubb's left from last tree company over house. Full oak trim.(left side finished. right side in progress)

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job. Communication was prompt. I was worried about a branch over my roof so they even made an early visit just to remove that before the scheduled visit. Pricing was good. Helped a little extra cleaning the yard as well."

Response time6 hrs

Recommended by25%of homeowners

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Shiver Me Timbers LLC

5.0(

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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great team. The work needed to be done was located in a ‘hard to get at’ location on my property and they planned, organized the work, brought equipment, safely removed massive trees, and cleaned up the debris without damaging structures or property."

Response time2 days

Response rate100%

Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Alma, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well I'm super excited about the work that media tree did for me.. Thank You"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Large, established tree branches won’t grow roots, but if you find a young tree branch that’s less than about a year old, you’ve got a shot. Put it in water or soil as soon as possible for best results. You’ll know the branch is viable if it’s about the thickness of a pencil and has some leaves or needles.

Pruning trees is important for several reasons. It improves tree health and strength by removing dead, diseased, or unwanted branches, which in turn encourages new growth and can help treat disease. For fruit trees, proper pruning can lead to a larger and better-quality harvest. Pruning also enhances safety by removing weak limbs that could break and fall, potentially causing injury or property damage, especially during storms. Beyond these functional benefits, pruning can also improve a tree's appearance. To ensure pruning is done correctly for the tree's long-term health, consider hiring a professional.

Trees naturally want to grow upward, so one may straighten all by itself, though this only comes into play when a tree is leaning just a small amount. For trees growing into an awkward position or those leaning heavily in one direction, the above steps are necessary to ensure the tree gets back on the right path. This also holds true for trees planted in a spot with unstable soil.

While it’s best to have access to large, healthy, strong trees in a safe position, treehouse living is still possible without them. Contractors can fit tree posts to build the structure onto or use posts as additional support alongside the trees themselves. If you’re in doubt about the suitability of the trees on your land, consult with a local treehouse builder before you start the project.

Transplanting a palm tree is a similar process except for a couple of important differences. First, their root ball doesn’t need to be as large as a “true” tree, which makes them a bit easier to dig up and move around. Second, they struggle more with taking root and staying upright in a new location, so it’s important to give them extra support when staking.

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