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Butler & Co Tree Service & Storm Recovery Inc
4.4(
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Serving Simmesport, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A very professional company to work with on tree removals. The areas were cleaned after they left the job site. Would definitely recommend it to anyone."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Omar Home Improvement
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Serving Simmesport, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Omar Home Improvement has excellent services. Installed 1 porch and 1 deck for us. We are very happy with the results and ready to hire again."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Late August, September, and mid-October are the ideal months for planting a young tree. However, the best time to plant a tree ultimately depends on when the weather transitions to fall-like conditions and eventually winter frost. As long as the hottest days of summer have passed and the ground hasn’t frozen yet, you can still successfully plant trees.

Late winter is ideal, but if you’re pruning apple trees in the spring, prune them as early as possible in the season. You want to ensure your tree is just creeping out of dormancy and hasn’t started pushing out new growth. If you prune your tree too late into spring, you generally won’t see results until the following year.

That said, there’s no pruning season for unhealthy growth. Remove dead, dying, or diseased branches as soon as you notice them, regardless of the time of year.

DIY pruning is possible for small trees and shrubs with basic tools. However, for larger trees, more hazardous removals, or to ensure proper pruning techniques are used, it is recommended to hire a professional for safety.

Sometimes, knowing when you need tree-trimming services is straightforward, and other times, you have to do some investigating. Some tell-tale signs that you should have your tree trimmed include:

  • A poorly-formed tree with unruly branches, which makes the tree appear odd-shaped. 

  • A tree with tall or large branches that interfere with power lines or your home’s exterior.

  • A tree that provides too much shade in the yard due to branch overgrowth.

Yes, you can prune a palm tree with a chainsaw, but a chainsaw is overkill for a job like this. You risk damaging the tree if you make a bad cut. More commonly, you’ll need pruning shears or a serrated knife to trim a palm tree, or you can use a specialized pruning saw instead of a chainsaw.

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