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Avatar for Stump N' Grind, LLC
Stump N' Grind, LLC
4.9(
77
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Affordably priced, very timely, and very thorough. I had a cluster (9 or 10) of Maple stumps located on a mound covered with rocks and roots, which I believed to be a very challenging job. I was glad I sought out Home Advisor and selected Stump n' Grind from the recommended list they provided. This is about the third or fourth third time I sought Home Advisor for their recommendations. I am highly satisfied with the people and businesses they recommended. I have told others that Home Advisor is a trusted source for seeking professionals for jobs around their house."
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Greenleafs Garden Design
4.8(
204
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Called Greenleaf in early April for service inquiry and I promptly received a quote within the next business day with all the pertinent details. After calling back to arrange the service request the appointment date was cited for the second week of May. I was pleasantly surprised to receive a call on April 25th saying work could start first thing the next day. Crew arrived early as indicated on April 26th. Started work by removing several fallen branches, a few of which were wedged into tree high up. Greenleaf removed all branches cleanly and area looked great once done. Crew advised they would need to come back another day to work on the dead tree removal and cut a large snapped tree limb on the other side of my house, as they courteously advised they did not want to make tracks on the front lawn with the larger equipment. Greenleaf came back the next day April 27th in the morning and took roughly one hour to complete the job. Excellent job of cutting and cleaning up the work area on this part too. My young daughter enjoyed watching all the workmen from the window. My wife and I are overall very satisfied with the service received from Greenleaf. Paying the originally quoted price was very reassuring and an important commitment to me as a customer. Rich from Greenleaf checked in with me the same evening after completing the job to make sure I was happy with the work performed. Definitely appreciate this follow-up. I will definitely be looking to Greenleaf for any needed tree services in the future! And I will certainly recommend Greanleaf to anyone in my area whom is looking to have tree services performed."
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Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Marquis Tree Service
4.6(
264
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This huge pine tree was in relatively poor shape and needed to be removed, it was a hazard to the houses in the vicinity. After another company had said they would do it, but backed out at the last minute (said their crane was not large enough), I called Marquis. These guys seem like real professionals. I couldn't believe how quickly they set everything up, and then took down the tree, piece by piece. They have all the right equipment, and tons of experience with trees like ours, it was clear. Communications via email and phone were always quick, with quotes, invoices and payments handled conveniently online. Would definitely contact them again if we have any tree service requirements."
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Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Professional Tree Service
4.9(
151
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job! I would recommend their service to others. They came to assess my fallen tree and gave me a reasonable quote for the removal, and had the job done the next day!"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
144 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RONALDO'S LANDSCAPE SERVICES
4.9(
144
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The best. They show up early and work harder than anyone. Honestly, I didn't think the tree removals were possible. It was ruining both the foundation and fence. Everything was precisely the way I wanted it, at a price which was considerably less than I expected. No unwanted destruction, lots of care. They removed the fabric, but left the budding hyacinths somehow. People I don't know are walking by and yelling out compliments."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Jose Landscaping and Tree Removal
4.4(
251
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Great to work with! Contacted me promptly after posting and was able to survey same day. Damaged tree that needed removal ASAP. Not an easy task as it was on a steep incline and leaning above neighbors property. They were onsite the following morning. Removed the damaged tree and cleaned up in roughly 3hrs. Well done. Would recommend."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Brian Murphy's Expert Tree Care
4.8(
140
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"When Brian arrived with his crew and heavy duty equipment I was very impressed. I was concerned about the utility lines going through this large tree they were going to remove, Brian assured me he would be able to work around them. They left my property the same way it was before he started the job. Brian and his crew were fantastic, they did a awesome job. Brian even called after the job was completed to be sure I was satisfied with the work. I would highly recommend them for any tree services needed and I will call them in the future."
Response time1 day
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Littleton Earthworks LLC
4.7(
52
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Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We were very pleased by our overall experience with Littleton Earthworks.  We contacted Dan about removing the overgrowth and installing a functional garden.  Dan took time to understand our goal, and then described what he thought would need to be done in great detail.  We have been enjoying the result all summer, and look forward to many more happy years with our garden.  Other reviewers have mentioned many of the same positive experiences that we had.  Instead of repeating them, I'll add in a few "intangibles" that impressed us.
1.  As I mentioned, Dan described the project in great detail, and drew us up a carefully itemized estimate.  This helped us know what we were getting into, what parts of the project we had to understand, what the tradeoffs were, and what questions we had to ask.
2.  When I asked Dan if he carried insurance and workmens' compensation for his workers, he responded promptly and even said that he appreciated being asked this question.
3.  The crew took good care of their tools and machinery and were obviously very skilled at operating their equipment even in tricky conditions.
4.  I was impressed to see how much detail went into setting the walls, and how carefully the mason laid the base of the wall.
5.  We found everyone on the crew to be friendly and responsive.
6.  The estimate included a few "touch up" jobs around the work area, some of which we had asked for, and other ideas that Dan suggested to improve our yard.  These were a small part of the overall project, but made a big difference and were very convenient to have finished all at one time.
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Beach front wall and steps
Night scaping
Outdoor classroom
Multiple outdoor living spaces
Paver entrance

+35

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC
DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC
4.8(
59
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Serving Harvard, 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 rate92%
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

It can be bad to leave a dead stump in the ground. A stump becomes a hefty piece of dead wood in time and eventually (especially with the help of rain) starts to rot. That makes it a locus point for diseases and pesky insects, as well as a bit of an eyesore. It’s best to remove a tree stump completely before it starts to decay, especially before it starts to fall apart. If the tree was removed because of disease, it’s even more important to fully remove the stump if possible.

There are a few things you should look for in a stump removal company to make sure you’ll be satisfied with the results:

  • Proper business licensing and insurance

  • History of positive reviews

  • Good rating with the Better Business Bureau

We also recommend asking any company you’re considering the following questions to help find the best value:

  • Will you remove the roots as well as the stump?

  • Will you haul away wood chips or large portions of the stump?

  • What method will you use to remove the stump?

You may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

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