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George's Tree & Landscaping Services
4.9(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Southgate, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George and his crew were on time and did a great job. When they left the yard looked the same as it was when they got there. They were about 70 feet tall and crew a great job. Would hire them again in a heartbeat and will again this fall for my Bradford tree in front yard."
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Florer Family Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Southgate, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect. Quick and orderly. Was considerate to not damage other trees. Cleaned up the yard debris afterward and returned at later date to grind stumps. I could not be happier with the service."
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+9

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Beach's Trees
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Southgate, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional, certified arborists who were on time, did excellent work and removed all the tree trimmings. I would highly recommend this professional tree service."
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Large oak tree removal
Large oak tree removal
Large oak tree removal

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
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Lowe's Tree Care Service
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Southgate, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We've done business with many times over years. Anything from storm damage to topping trees and pruning. Alway a pleasure to work with. From start to finish provides excellent service. I will definitely call back for any future needs"
70' Hackberry
Tree Service Project
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Myrtle Ave Latonia Ky

+16

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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Twisted Timbers
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+4 more

Serving Southgate, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Twisted timbers did an awesome job...great price and very professional...they also were able to come out and do the job within 24 hours of when I received the quote"
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+1

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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O.I. Landscape
4.7(
195
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business+2 more

Serving Southgate, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were extremely hard working and determined to get these trees trimmed! Would hire agian anytime."
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+547

Response time2 days
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Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Art Green Landscaping & Tree Service LLC.
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Southgate, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fedi was a pleasure to work with, very professional and friendly. My landscaping looks amazing, better than it ever has! I definitely recommend and would hire again."
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+15

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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The Stumpinator
4.9(
165
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Southgate, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Doug was fast and efficient. He responded promptly and got the job done. His stumpinator grinds down small tree stumps in less than a minute. I would definitely recommend and hire him again."
The "Stumpinator"
Historical Stump Terminated
"My Office!!"
Ludlow, KY beast!
38 inches is all I need!

+9

Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
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Max Effort Services
4.8(
22
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Southgate, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"These nice guys couldn't have done a better job. They came immediately to see the yard, and 2 days later they started the work- taking down a big tree and removing other dead limbs. They work hard and are very professional. I have already recommended them to other people."
Beautiful day out to be doin tree work
And she’s down ready to chopped for fire woo
Small landing zone
Almost there
It’s goin

+17

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

Pruning trees during the summer can be a bad idea because the new growth will take place during the hottest months of the year, which can stress your tree out. Similarly, pruning during the early fall can be a bad idea, too, because you’d be stimulating new growth when most trees are aiming to go dormant. 

Pruning recommendations will vary by the type of tree, but generally, waiting until winter to prune your trees is a good idea.

Deciduous shade trees (the type of trees whose leaves fall off in autumn) need to be pruned in late winter—between February and March. That’s because it’s easier to find and remove sick or dead branches when no leaves are present. And wounds close and heal faster in colder temperatures so pruning them at this time also makes them less prone to infection.

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.

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