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Avatar for Smith's Tree Care LLC
Smith's Tree Care LLC
5.0(
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Serving Albany, LA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a 100-foot water oak removed and couldn’t be happier with how everything went. The tree was in a tight spot between my home and a shed, but the crew handled it with skill and precision. They showed up right on time, did exactly what they said they would, and kept me informed throughout the whole process. Communication was clear and consistent, which made a big job feel easy. They worked efficiently, safely, and left the area clean when they were done. It’s not often you find a company that delivers this level of professionalism start to finish. Highly recommend them if you need tree work done."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Hart's Tree Service LLP
5.0(
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Serving Albany, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional good people I would hire Again again. Harts tree service was amazing. They cleaned up their mess took the trees down so easy. They have the right equipment and they know what they’re Doing hire them, you won’t regret it"
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+5

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Pops Handyman Service
New to Angi

Serving Albany, LA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Hi im Jesse former Husband and Father for 30+years. I have seen and fixed just about everything that can possibly break or fail inside and outside a home. From installing Floors to making ceilings repairs. Framing and sheetrock installation, replacing doors external and internal. I can haul anything from Vehicles to trash and furniture. I'm a mobile Mechanic also from brake jobs to tune ups and other repairs. Cutting grass, weed eating, Thanks God Bess.

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+8

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Smith's Tree Care, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Albany, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have utilized Smith's Tree care in the past and after hurricane Ida we called them. They came to the house wasted no time removing 2 trees and a stump. Conduct themselves for future relationship and referrals."
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+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Rickie Salathe Construction
4.8(
46
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Serving Albany, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I was very happy with his service. In all he removed 5 stamps; one up against a building and four stumps which were located along the fence. Given the difficulty of the job he did an excellent job. Removing the wood chips was part of the negotiation so he brought a few helpers to get the job done."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Monster Tree Service of Greater Baton Rouge
5.0(
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Serving Albany, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best crew of men for removing my willow tree. They knew what to do not damaging anything in my yard. They cleaned up my yard and replaced the items they moved. All of the men were polite and friendly. If you want what you pay for these are you guys. I will hire them again if I need a tree removed. Thank You Monster Tree Service Sandy a very satisfied customer"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

A few signs a tree may be dead is if the leaves are dead and there are no signs of new blooms. You can also perform a scratch test on some of the branches to check the condition of the cambium layer beneath the bark.

If it is green, it is still alive, but if several are dry, brittle, and brown, the tree may be dying or dead. Always consult an arborist before assuming your tree is dead because you may be able to save it.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

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