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Pro Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Chelmsford, 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."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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C&J Tree Services LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Chelmsford, 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%
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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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 Chelmsford, 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
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DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC
4.8(
61
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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 rate95%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Brian Murphy's Expert Tree Care
4.8(
141
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Brian Murphy's Expert Tree Care is fantastic! We actually first worked with Brian over 10 years ago, and I was so glad to see that he and his crew are just as helpful, professional, and respectful of our property as they were back then. It was frustrating trying to get callbacks from other tree companies in the area, but Brian responded and came by within 24 hours. He provided a very competitive quote and stayed in close contact right up until the work was scheduled and completed. It's hard to find that kind of reliability these days. I highly recommend them and will definitely reach out to Brian again if we need any more tree work done in the future."
Response time1 day
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Lopez Tree Service
4.6(
190
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"These gentlemen were very professional and got the job done in a timely manner. I am very pleased with their work and will definitely recommend them to anyone looking for tree removal and/or lawn care services. A company for sure."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J&J Tree And Landscaping
5.0(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Chelmsford, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a large tree removal project involving 20 trees and including a large, damaged maple with 5ft dia trunk. I received multiple quotes for the project and ended up selecting Jose. His price was competitive and in-line with others. Showed up with his crew a day earlier than planned and completed on-time in 3 days with all material removed from site and stumps ground down. Great, positive attitude from Jose and all of his crew. Would hire again and strongly recommend."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

An arborist specializes in tree care, performing tasks such as pruning, treating diseases, and removing hazardous trees. They also assess soil conditions, plant trees, and develop landscaping plans to ensure healthy growth. They also manage debris cleanup, inspect equipment, and record maintenance activities. Arborists often collaborate with landscapers and professional tree maintenance services, applying their specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills to maintain tree health and safety.

A dead tree should always be cut down, because it could fall and cause injuries or damage, and it can also attract insects like carpenter ants. A tree that’s diseased beyond repair should also be cut down, but it’s not always easy for a homeowner to tell. Signs of disease include dying branches, a hollow trunk, leaning, and discolored or missing leaves, but your best bet is to hire a local arborist who can evaluate the tree and tell you if it can be saved or should be cut down.

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

It will take you anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours per tree stump to grind and remove the stump from the ground. The larger the size, the longer it will take to remove the stump. Also, keep in mind that rocky soil may require local excavation services to loosen up large boulders before you can begin to remove the tree stump.

You need to remove all branches affected by Dutch elm disease. If your tree has several affected branches, you will probably need to remove the entire tree. First, consult a pro to be sure that you’ve correctly identified it as an elm tree. Make sure the tree is properly disposed of with a plastic covering or through debarking, chipping, or burning.

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