Can I sue if my neighbor’s tree roots damage my property?

• <div><p>In most cases, your neighbor is responsible for roots from their tree that cause damage to your property. If your pavement, the foundation of your home, or a fence is damaged by roots from a neighbor’s tree, you likely will have legal recourse for financial relief. While it’s better to notify your neighbor of any problems you notice as soon as they arise to avoid costly damage, there are some instances where filing a civil suit is your only recourse. Your homeowner’s insurance company might wish to do so on your behalf if you file a claim.</p></div>

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Q: What is the fastest way to remove a tree stump?

• <div><p>The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.</p><p>Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.</p><p>Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.</p><p>For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.</p></div>

Q: Can you trim just one side of a tree?

• <div><p>You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.</p></div>

Q: How do you protect tree roots during excavation?

• <div><p>The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it&rsquo;s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that&rsquo;s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.</p><p>Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-remove-tree.htm">remove the tree</a> than risk future problems.</p></div>

Q: How do you know if a tree is rotting?

• <div><p>Common signs that a tree is rotting include dead branches, a leaning trunk, peeling or cracked bark, leaf discoloration, and the presence of fungi. If you notice any of these signs, it&rsquo;s best to hire an arborist near you to inspect your tree and determine if it can be saved or if it needs to come down. </p></div>

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Professional, Efficient, polite and fairly priced. I live 30 miles out from town and he was willing to travel. Highly recommend!
Johnny On The Spot
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Amazing friendly people! On time, done early! You're wasting money if you don't hire them because they are super affordable with competitive prices. 10/10 Don't miss out on the experience of hiring these perfectionist professionals
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He did great work! He is very friendly and listens to what I want done!
Ralstin Welding
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Reviewed in May 2015
We had an older stucco home that required a lot of manual scraping and prep work prior to paining, and this team spent the necessary time to do it right. Ken was a great consultant on paint types and colors as well. He was on time and went way above and beyond with service and a quality job....
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Reviewed in January 2013
Ryan helped me decide how to paint the house and even suggested painting the floor of our outside porch (which I hadn't thought to do as I had bad luck with paint staying on) Ryan knew exactly what kind of paint I needed and it looks great. <br />
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I have never bought floor covering before, so this was all new to me! They had Michelle who helped me match what carpet would look good with the paneling I have. They also helped me pick out laminate flooring for the kitchen.Al, was AMAZING! He will tell you all of your options, and expalin what...
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Reviewed in June 2011
I obtained their phone number on Angie's List and called to get an estimate on a move from Colorado to Kansas since they are listed as a long distance mover. The number is an 1-800 number and shows it is in Denver. Unfortunately, they cannot make an in home estimate anywhere but California as...
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FRAZER'S TREE SVC

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"Went very well. Nice people did a very good job. Even did a little extra that was not part of the job; at no extra cost"

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"I called Darren to come out and remove some old cotton wood stumps out of my yard. He was out within an hour and a half. He was fast and got the job done very quick. I've never had any tree service that good and friendly!"

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"Joe is a hard working, respectful young man. He did a great job and was careful not to disturb our sprinklers while removing a large tree root. He also was careful not to drag mud onto my porch. I would hire him again."

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Ron's Tree Service is a locally owned and operated business since 2005 with a combined product knowledge spanning over the last 12 years. Able to help you with all your home's tree and lawn needs. \n

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Branch Out Tree Service's LLC

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!\n

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Complete Home Landscaping

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"Tyler did an excellent job Spring cleaning my landscaping beds! Mulch removal and replacement, cutting pampas grass, trimming bushes and plants. He repaired and replaced broken sprinkler heads as well. He communicated when he would be there and how long the job would take and followed up the day before to confirm. Great job at a fair price! Will definitely be contacting Complete Home Landscaping for future work and projects!"

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Joe's Lawn and Tree Service

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In business since 2000

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Hi my name is Joe, and I pride myself on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. I strongly believe in giving my absolute best in all of the projects no matter how big or small. I am an expert in my trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. I look forward to earning your business!

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Flat Plains Power Washing

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Flat Plains Power Washing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

In most cases, your neighbor is responsible for roots from their tree that cause damage to your property. If your pavement, the foundation of your home, or a fence is damaged by roots from a neighbor’s tree, you likely will have legal recourse for financial relief. While it’s better to notify your neighbor of any problems you notice as soon as they arise to avoid costly damage, there are some instances where filing a civil suit is your only recourse. Your homeowner’s insurance company might wish to do so on your behalf if you file a claim.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Common signs that a tree is rotting include dead branches, a leaning trunk, peeling or cracked bark, leaf discoloration, and the presence of fungi. If you notice any of these signs, it’s best to hire an arborist near you to inspect your tree and determine if it can be saved or if it needs to come down.

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