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Avatar for Stump N' Grind, LLC
Stump N' Grind, LLC
4.9(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Absolutely prompt and helpful. When doing estimate, he said, "Oh, so you know what you're doing, then. Okay." Yeah, no one ever says that. We worked together well with a plan of forestry management. Even offered a couple recommendations and services we hadn't considered. Safe operation, too. It is imperative to me that they go home at night to their families. Great experience. Thank you, Matt."
Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pro Tree Service
5.0(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you are looking for a total professional experience Pro Tree should be your pick. Timely communication Took the time to explain what should be cut down Written quote Proper equipment Swift execution of the job Fantastic cleanup. Will recommend to friends & neighbors. Wouldn’t hesitate to hire them for future needs."
 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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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Primavera Landscaping & Construction, Inc.
Primavera Landscaping & Construction, Inc.
4.8(
60
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job! Came early in the morning and finished it with mulch around the house to make a beautiful landscape. Very professional and hard working. Highly recommended. Thanks."
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Response time2 days
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for C&J Tree Services LLC
C&J Tree Services LLC
5.0(
27
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C&J Tree service did an excellent job clearing some trees that were diseased on my property. They were on time, courteous and efficiently removed the trees and stumps, leaving the area ready for some fresh landscaping in the spring time (which I've already hired them to do). I highly recommend their services and plan to use them again for another project later this year to have arborvitae trees planted around the property line."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McDonough Tree Removal Inc
4.9(
61
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shaun gave us an estimate to remove 3 maples, a black cherry tree and grind one stump in our backyard. One of the trees was close to a smaller maple, which we wanted to keep and there was no damage to it after the tree removal. Shaun set up the crane on the street in front of our house. Eric and Dave drove up with the chipper equipment. Shaun and Eric worked on the tree cutting and lifted the trees right over our house, letting them down in a side street. Dave fed the large tree chunks right into the chipper. The whole operation was done in about 2 hours. They cleaned up perfectly and you could hardly tell they were here except for some sawdust. Less than 2 weeks later a truck pulled up with two guys who proceeded to grind the one stump. They also did a wonderful job. Everyone did a great job and we were very satisfied. We will hire McDonough again if we need more trees removed. We will also recommend them to all our neighbors."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC
DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC
4.8(
61
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Carlisle, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wow great crew very professional and fantastic work . Spent 2.5 hours watching them cutting down trees with crane , very cool . Cleaned up area very nicely after finished. WILL use them again If you are looking for a tree service company Look no further"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate95%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

Yes, the same rules discussed above apply to your neighbor: They can trim one of your trees as long as they’re only cutting the portion that extends into their property. Your neighbor is not allowed to access your property without permission, nor can they cut past the property line. 

While trees can grow in the curb strip between the sidewalk and the street, this placement often poses the problem of interfering with overhead power lines. It’s best to consult your local utility provider and tree planting service before transplanting a tree that might grow into power lines. Also, you should never work within 20 feet of a live power line to avoid the risk of electric shock. Tree branches should never touch nearby power lines, so it’s essential to ensure your tree isn’t in danger of growing too close to them.

Many species, especially when well-established, are not fans of transplantation. You’ll need to decide if you want to risk splashing the cash, understanding that transplantation isn’t always successful. Again, this is where hiring a pro is helpful, as they can give you all the essential info you need to ensure your tree stands a fighting chance.

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

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