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Avatar for Hardline Land Clearing & Timber Co.
Hardline Land Clearing & Timber Co.
4.7(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Mount Vernon, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner of the company came to my house the day after I called in to look at the tree work I needed done and had an estimate bat to me the next day. I got scheduled the next week trees were removed and debris cleaned up. Excellent customer service, I would recommend Hardline to my family and friends."
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Unique Landscaping & Contracting, LLC
4.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Mount Vernon, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was grateful that they were willing to take on a small job of finishing some deck work. Kyle was professional and efficient in getting the work done. . I am very pleased with the work and look forward to calling on them again when needs arise."
Front Steps
Front Steps
Decking
Back Steps
Over Hang Finish

+29

Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Kentucky's Best Tree Service
5.0(
35
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Mount Vernon, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

"Very friendly came ready to work very professional did a really good job taking down tree and cleanup Would definitely recommend them and use their services again. Also got a response back from them as soon as I put in a request for a quote"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Removal
Removal
Grinding

+21

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Labor Loading Hauling Moving & More
4.9(
53
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Mount Vernon, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It went well. They were just a little late getting to us, but they had a good reason and called beforehand to let us know. They worked quickly but were still careful not to damage anything. The owner is a young man but very responsible and hard working. Would def hire again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Above and Beyond Lawn
4.9(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Mount Vernon, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The tree trimming job was expertly done. Very friendly and knowledgeable and left the yard clean and neat. Would recommend Above and Beyond to anyone needing work done fast and worry-free."
Sabo landscaping project
Sabo landscaping project
Sabo landscaping project
Sabo landscaping project
Sabo landscaping project

+22

Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

In most cases, leaving tree roots underground is not a problem if the stump has been removed or ground below the soil. However, some larger roots may decompose, leaving dents in your soil. Additionally, some aggressive trees, including willows, oaks, elms, maples, and poplars may grow back from roots. Large aggressive trees with established root systems are more likely to grow back.

Tree roots are hearty and complex systems, so they don’t die immediately after the rest of the tree is removed. If you leave the root system in place, it takes anywhere from two to seven years for it to run out of nutrients. It is worth noting, however, that the roots stop growing and expanding after cutting down the rest of the tree.

You can hire a professional arborist or tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure safety, prevent property damage, and comply with all the local regulations. It’s highly advisable to always hire a professional, as tree removal can be extremely dangerous, especially for large or damaged trees. Certified arborists or tree removal experts have the proper equipment, training, and insurance to do the job safely and efficiently. They can also handle cleanup, stump removal, and obtaining the necessary permits.

The depth of tree roots depends on the species. Trees like oaks and maples can have root systems that grow down 20 feet or more. However, trees that grow in shallow soils will have roots that go only a few feet down. Research how your tree species grows in your climate area to estimate root depth.

Yes, it can be good to remove dead branches from trees. Dead branches can lead to rot in other areas of the tree. They can also cause damage if they fall on a house, shed, fence, car, pool, or other structure or property. However, it’s important that dead branch removal is done safely. If the branch is high in a tree or requires a lift or ladder to access, consider calling a professional tree removal company, as they will have the experience and equipment to do the job safely.

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