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Willpower Stump Grinding
4.9(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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Warranties offered

"Hired Will McCarthy of WILLPOWER Stump Grinding to remove a large maple tree stump from my yard. I originally reached out to get an estimate for the job, and Will responded within 24 hours. He was immediately available and able to meet with me soon after the initial contact. His estimate was reasonable and competitive, and as soon as my utility company marked the area through Dig Safe, Will removed the stump, distributed the stump remains in the designated area, and cleaned up the entire site. His communication, quality of work, and availability were all outstanding. I highly recommend his stump grinding business. 5 star operation."
Just about 6 feet
"Safety first"
propelled grinder
Big old tree
Eyesore stump

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lopez Tree Service
4.6(
188
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

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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%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.
5.0(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company is extremely professional they were on time, the craftsmanship is excellent. I am extremely satisfied with a retaining wall they completed in my backyard. I have already scheduled him to do some more work in the fall. Highly recommend this company"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If executed correctly your tree should survive after being transplanted to a new spot. However, effective transplanting requires six months, careful root pruning, safe transport to the new location, and replanting in prime soil conditions. You’ll also need an appropriately sized root ball for a complete tree transplant. A good rule of thumb is that, for every inch in diameter, your tree’s root ball needs to be around 11 inches. So a tree with a diameter of six inches needs a root ball of approximately 66 inches.

If tree branches cross well into your property line, in many cases, these branches become part of your property, and you can trim them up until your neighbor’s property line. However, this issue will vary based on local ordinances, so you should do your research before making any decisions. Better yet, speak with your neighbor about how to handle any tree issues. 

If you don’t mind the branches, you can leave them be, but if they’re becoming a hazard, it’s definitely worth having a conversation.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

The average tree pruning should take one hour with the right equipment. Light pruning of a small tree may only take around 15 to 20 minutes. Pruning multiple large trees in your yard will probably take several hours, including cleanup. However, tree pruning pros can do this job much faster, so you can rely on pros if you’re short on time.

You can use the formula mentioned earlier to calculate the depth of tree roots. Each inch of width of a tree trunk translates to six inches of depth within the root system. Large trees extend anywhere from 2 to 6 feet into the ground, with some magnificent specimens going even deeper.

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