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Briley Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Simsboro, LA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I received a quick response from Briley Tree Services on a tree removal and trim. I highly recommend this company for any tree work. They kept me informed through out the whole process, was professional, polite and very reasonably priced. The crew was precise and knowledgable with all work performed and afterwards did a spectacular cleanup. Overall, Briley Tree Services did an amazing job!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LTN Stump Grinding
5.0(
10
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Simsboro, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"LTN Stump Grinding did an amazing job! Very professional company with fast response time. They answered my questions with patience and were able to fit me into their schedule with a quickness! I really appreciated how they accommodated my work schedule and provided me with updates on the job- while I was away at work. I highly recommend using their services. Very affordable and exceptional work! 10/10!"
Stumps removed
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Cane Creek Lawn Care
4.8(
13
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Simsboro, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"I originally hired them to haul off some trash/junk. During that visit I learned about all the different services they provide and I have expanded my usage of their services. I have several acres that need attention and they have all the equipment to help with that. The work is ongoing but is going well."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Toler's Tree Service
5.0(
3
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Simsboro, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Had a great experience. Good trustworthy people to work for you. They are there when they say they will be and go above and beyond what you ask of them. Pleasure to deal with them."
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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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.

Unfortunately, palm tree stumps are one of the most difficult types to remove due to how their roots grow. Unlike other trees, palm tree roots grow horizontally and vertically. Palm tree roots grow as deep as three feet into the ground, although soil and growing conditions could mean they go as far as 50 inches into the earth. 

If you want to be able to repurpose the grass in the area where you removed a stump later, you’ll have to dig quite deep—and perhaps wide—to trim away all the roots.

Yes, you should trim the lower branches of your maple tree for safety. Trimming maple trees as they grow helps lift the crown and canopy and trains it to grow straight up. A good rule of thumb is to prune enough branches to leave 6 feet of clearance under the tree.

If tree branches cross well into your property line, in many cases, these branches become part of your property, and you can trim them up until your neighbor’s property line. However, this issue will vary based on local ordinances, so you should do your research before making any decisions. Better yet, speak with your neighbor about how to handle any tree issues. 

If you don’t mind the branches, you can leave them be, but if they’re becoming a hazard, it’s definitely worth having a conversation.

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