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Avatar for K&S Quality Landscape & Tree Care LLC
K&S Quality Landscape & Tree Care LLC
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Ottawa, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"They arrived on time, did the job and cleaned up all the tree branches and leaves, taking them with them. The company owner was a little over anxious in wanting to increase the amount of work they were preforming to get more money for the day. The only real issue was the owner came and went and a limb was dropped on one of my fences, but there was little damage. I would suggest that his employees pick up after themselves, I picked up four water bottles and a big gulp cup scattered around my yard. I recommended this company to my neighbor who also had some work done."
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Tree Guy LLC
5.0(
2
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Ottawa, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a superior job. You do not have enough rating to give them. They did a very good job on cleaning up after themselves. Other than the bare spots on the trees where they took the limbs out, you could not even tell they were here."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Scissor Me Timbers
4.8(
29
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Tree Removal - For Business

Serving Ottawa, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scissor Me Timbers did an amazing job with my huge tree. When they were done they thoroughly cleaned up, leaving my yard looking better than it did before they came. I'm very pleased with their work.I highly recommend them."
10am
Just Cam And I today
5 pm
End of the day
taking it in

+17

Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
MoKan Stump Grinders LLC
5.0(
7
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Ottawa, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I’ve had this old maple stump in my yard for years I finally decided to get removed this spring. I emailed Ben for a quote and he was incredibly professional and responsive to what I was looking for. Quick scheduling and they did a great job with the stumps removal and left my yard in good shape. Highly recommend"
Response time2 days
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.

No, homeowners insurance typically does not cover the cost of removing a dead, sick, or rotting tree that is still standing. Insurance is designed to protect against sudden and unexpected accidents, whereas a tree dying or rotting over time is considered a maintenance issue. Coverage usually only applies after a tree has fallen and caused damage to your property.

You’ll have to balance up the cost, the value of the tree (sentimental or otherwise), and the risk factors. An experienced arborist will help you understand whether transplanting is likely to be successful. The cost and hassle of transplanting a large, well-established tree are often not worth it, especially if the species is fast-growing and easy to source. The decision depends on the age and species of the tree, the conditions in the new site location, and how careful the company is when digging out and moving the tree.

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

The best time to cut down a tree is during its dormant season, typically in winter or early spring, after all the leaves have fallen. Removing a tree during this period is advantageous for several reasons. Frozen ground helps secure the tree stump, protects the surrounding landscape from damage, and reduces the risk of the tree falling in an unintended direction. With the leaves gone, there is less risk of the tree's foliage getting tangled with other trees. Additionally, since this is often a slower season for tree services, you may be able to hire a professional at a lower rate. This dormant period is also the best time for tree trimming.

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