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Avatar for Stump N' Grind, LLC
Stump N' Grind, LLC
4.9(
78
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Harvard, 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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Willpower Stump Grinding
5.0(
50
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WillPower Stump Grinding is an excellent service to go with very professional timely meers commitment and priced well. Great job with cleanup uses caution when operating his machine not to damage the yard. Highly recommended."
Just about 6 feet
"Safety first"
propelled grinder
Big old tree
Eyesore stump

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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 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 rate95%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Brian Murphy's Expert Tree Care
4.8(
141
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Harvard, 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
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
GF Landscape
5.0(
21
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Top notch service. They did a superior job of weeding, pruning, edging and spreading mulch. They are easy to communicate with and covered all the bases as I requested. I highly recommend them and will certainly hire them again. Very nice company."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
B&R Tree Service, Inc.
4.2(
111
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Harvard, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quality work

"Bernard and his crew ere simply great. Very quick and responsive and very reasonably priced for the scope of the project. Bernard listened and understood exactly what was needed: removing 3 trees whose branches were overhanging utility lines. He got the job done the same day. I highly recommend B&R tree service. By the way, his office manager/ scheduler is so polite and professional which was simply amazing!"
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

No, you should never top maple trees. Topping injures the tree and leads to the rapid growth of a weak canopy, which can be hazardous to rooftops and utility lines. Removing the crown can also leave the interior bark vulnerable to sun damage, leading to insects and disease. A topped tree can also reduce property value and permanently damage the appearance of a tree.

While the fastest way to kill a tree is to simply cut it down, there are several other methods to choose from. You should hire a professional tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure your personal and property safety. Some slower but effective options include treating or grinding the tree stump or using a basal bark treatment. 

The costs vary from $250 to $5,000 per tree, depending on the size, complexity of the trimming, and labor.

Trees should be pruned every two to five years, depending on its age and type. Young trees should be inspected and pruned every two to three years. Mature trees should be inspected and trimmed every three to five years, and fruit trees should be pruned annually with a careful eye on seasonal growth. Evergreens typically don’t need pruning, unless branches or limbs are damaged, diseased, or harboring pests.

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