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Avatar for Hooper's Tree Service, Inc.
Hooper's Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
175
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hooperâ s Tree Service did an excellent job on quoting on the project, giving us a timeline on when they could fo it and executing the job at a very high level. I was not able to be here when they came to do the work and trusted they would get the job done and they exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend Hooperâ s tree service! 5 Star for sure."
Hazard tree removal
Hazard tree removal
Hazard tree removal
Tree removal
Hazard tree removal

+27

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
102 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woods Tree Services
4.9(
57
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Woods Tree Company was a pleasure to work with I needed help removing a dead tree and cleaning up the bushes in ny front yard, Not only did they do a good job they worked quickly snd were all very respectful and nice I will be calling them again when I need more help."
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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Stump Busters
4.9(
52
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike Thomas, the owner/operator responded to my call promptly. He came to my home within a few days and presented me with a written statement of cost on completion. My neighbors and I were able to schedule the stump grinding within a short period of time that fit our schedule. The work was completed as described in the work order. Mike arrived on time and completed the job in a neat and orderly fashion. I would recommend him to anyone including family and friends."
large oak
large oak
Response time1 hour
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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CG Arborist Services
4.5(
44
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Tree Trimming

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"CG Arborist Services did an outstanding job trimming the trees in my yard. They arrived as scheduled and stayed the entire day trimming the 12 plus trees in my yard, one of which I actually had them cut down completely. Not only did they do a great job trimming and cutting down my trees, but they also did a great job cleaning up afterwards, too. I would highly recommend CG Arborist Services to anyone looking to have professional tree work done in their yard at an excellent price."
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+31

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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M Zawalick Enterprise
5.0(
13
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was impressed with this company they were on time and did a fantastic job. the price was the best of all the quotes I received, they not only cut the tree down but cut it up in fire place lengths. Then they cleaned the roof of sawdust as well as the yard. they were very professional and friendly. I will recomend them to everone that needs a tree removed and wants a great price. Harry Kellogg"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Noel's Landscaping
4.9(
7
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired this company for heavy yard work large weeds, grass vines etc and Noel's Landscaping went above and beyond. He not only did everything we wanted but also did extras to make sure the job was done right and property looked 100 times better will definitely recommend. We also hired him for every 2 weeks to come back for up keep. 100 percent satisfied customer."
Patio stone installation
Patio stone installation
Patio stone installation
Mulch
Mulch

+7

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Smith Tree & Landscaping
5.0(
3
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Amherst, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andrew and company didnâ t do a good job. They did s Great job. Cut 3 trees, cut and stacked wood and bundled the brush just as I wanted. Will use Smith Tree & Landscape again and recommend them to anyone and everyone without hesitation."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The average tree pruning should take one hour with the right equipment. Light pruning of a small tree may only take around 15 to 20 minutes. Pruning multiple large trees in your yard will probably take several hours, including cleanup. However, tree pruning pros can do this job much faster, so you can rely on pros if you’re short on time.

Once you confirm a tree is dead, you should remove it. Dead trees eventually fall, and larger trees in particular can cause damage to rooftops, fencing, flowers, and other objects. As we mentioned, letting decayed wood stay in your yard also invites risks to the surrounding landscaping and vegetation.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

You will know that an oak tree needs to be removed when you see vertical cracks or dead branch stubs, which indicate internal decay. Other signs include trunk rot near the base of the tree and sprouts or small branches coming from the trunk.

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.

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