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BAH Pro Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I strongly recommend BAH Pro tree service. They cut down a large dogwood tree that had become too big for the space. BAH Pro was prompt, polite, fair priced, and knew what to do. They cleaned up work site to complete their work."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate96%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pro Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The entire process was excellent. After accepting their estimate for the job, they were able to schedule the removal for the next day. They arrived promptly, finished the job quickly and did a thorough clean-up of the area. All-in-all it was an excellent job for a reasonable price. I would have no hesitation in hiring Pro Tree Service again"
 PREVENTION IS KEY! Let's take care of the trees, shrubs, ornamental trees that surround YOUR HOME, YOUR FAMILY!

Most tree damage during severe weather events occurs due to falling trees and limbs. 

High winds and the weight of ice and snow during the winter can cause failure of branches and even entire trees.

The damage that can occur from not preparing your shrubs, ornamental trees, trees can be costly ? and permanent.

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+7

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Nelson’s Hardscape And Tree Service
5.0(
23
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Could not be happier with the service I received. Nelson came himself and did a job I was dreading to do! Can’t thank him enuf for!!’ This was a huge help and I will be using this company or future yard work. Thank you !!!"
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+56

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
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Lopez Tree Service
4.6(
186
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They came and removed 2 trees by my garage in freezing cold temps, extremely windy conditions and icy conditions They were wonderful. Thank you, Lopez Tree Service."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC
4.8(
60
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great guy, good price. Trees came down without hitting my house so id give a thumbs up on the quality of his work. David went out of the way to make sure we were happy with the work."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
89 neighbors recently requested a quote
B&R Tree Service, Inc.
4.2(
111
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quality work

"Bernie was very knowledgeable and informative. They guys that came and took down the tree were polite, efficient, neat and considerate of neighbors. The only glitch in the whole process was with setting up the appointment for the estimate. We had differences on the date of the initial appointment. It was rescheduled and then had to be rescheduled again on a day I wasn't going to be here. That said, it was done and I was given the information I needed."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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RGS Tree Service
4.5(
194
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I needed tree limbs removed and trimmed on a large Maple tree that overhung my yard and roof from a next door neighbor's yard. I called Newspaper ads on tree services offered and after leaving my telephone number with each, I received no call backs. Time for Angies List and Homeadvisors! I was in luck. Rudy called me back immediately and after discussion, I made an appointment for an estimate. After living and raising my family here for over 55 years and having needed many professionals on upkeep of my home, I always worry if I made the right decision to go with a particular company. I made the choice to go with RGS Tree Service. No regrets. The service was excellent! They arrived on time. They were able to access the tree even though it was behind a fenced section of the back yard. The workers were courteous and certainly knew their profession. Then clean up! Superb!! Everything was hauled out, grass raked, even leaf blowers to clean the driveway. Plus a call back from Rudy to make sure I was happy with their work. Thank you, to the workers. Thank you, Rudy."
Response time1 day
96 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Tree Service 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.

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.

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

It depends on the type of tree. Typically, late spring on the cusp of winter is ideal for trees about to emerge from dormancy and produce new buds. That said, late fall is ideal for certain deciduous trees prone to bleeding sap. Avoid trimming trees in early spring, when they’re prone to disease.

Stay inside or well away until the storm passes. Don’t go outside to inspect the tree until the weather clears, especially if the tree is on a hill or isolated in a field. Lightning often strikes the same easily-accessed places multiple times, and you could be a new target. If a lightning strike causes a noticeable fire, alert emergency services. When the storm is over, take a closer look to gauge the damage done.

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