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Maple Tree Services
4.9(
95
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Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maple Tree Services did a incredible job in removing several trees from my back yard. They were extremely considerate of my neighbors and did a fantastic job cleaning up when they were done.. I would strongly suggest that anyone considering tree work call Maple Tree Services."
Maple Tree Services
Tree care services
TREE REMOVAL
Tree services
TREE REMOVAL

+2

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Willpower Stump Grinding
4.9(
48
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Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elliott Tree
4.5(
197
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Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very knowledgeable arborists. Came on time. Did all the work identified, pruning, de-limbing, raise canopy’ and tree removal. Great cleanup. Maybe even better than when they arrived! Best price bar far! Our “go to” people for all our tree work now!"
Cable Support
An ugly stump
A Tricky Removal
Climber working with Crane
An ugly stump

+20

64 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Lopez Tree Service
4.6(
186
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Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Tree Works - Lopez was excellent. I requested a quote and Miquel was out first thing next morning. He viewed the work to be done, quoted on the spot and came with his team in the afternoon. The bucket truck negotiated my narrow driveway extremely well, the plastic planks protected my lawn. The tree trimming went flawlessly, with the chipper keeping up. The team worked well together, efficiently and in unison. Reasonable fee for the work involved. Would definitely recommend them."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hazard Tree Removal
5.0(
18
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Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased with the removal of five large trees. I found Aaron to be honest, trustworthy, efficient and a very hard worker. I would hire him again."
Response time11 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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James General Landscape & Masonry, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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978 Landscaping
4.4(
5
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Serving Holden, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very professional gave me a quote and did work in a quick manner for great price would recommend to anyone I know!! Thank you"
Response time3 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

Pruning trees during the summer can be a bad idea because the new growth will take place during the hottest months of the year, which can stress your tree out. Similarly, pruning during the early fall can be a bad idea, too, because you’d be stimulating new growth when most trees are aiming to go dormant. 

Pruning recommendations will vary by the type of tree, but generally, waiting until winter to prune your trees is a good idea.

Opt for a barefoot tree. Pros harvest barefoot trees when they’re dormant (leafless). They shake the dirt from the root ball and pack it in moist material. 

These trees can cost half as much as the trees at your local nursery, and you can buy them online—so there’s a much wider selection. Just make sure you keep your barefoot tree cool until you’re ready to plant it.

Debris removal is often included in the overall cost of having a tree removed from your property. However, tree maintenance service companies do not always include debris removal in their pricing, so ask any contractors offering tree trimming cost estimates whether or not removal is included. If you want to keep the wood mulch, ask if they charge extra for it as well.

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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