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Avatar for Hooper's Tree Service, Inc.
Hooper's Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
175
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Pelham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hooperâ s Tree Service did an excellent job on quoting on the project, giving us a timeline on when they could fo it and executing the job at a very high level. I was not able to be here when they came to do the work and trusted they would get the job done and they exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend Hooperâ s tree service! 5 Star for sure."
Hazard tree removal
Hazard tree removal
Hazard tree removal
Tree removal
Hazard tree removal

+27

Response time2 days
Response rate89%
105 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woods Tree Services
4.9(
57
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Pelham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Woods Tree Company was a pleasure to work with I needed help removing a dead tree and cleaning up the bushes in ny front yard, Not only did they do a good job they worked quickly snd were all very respectful and nice I will be calling them again when I need more help."
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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CG Arborist Services
4.5(
44
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Tree Trimming

Serving Pelham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a branch that had fallen from a tree and was suspended from another branch. Because it was a small job I was concerned it might be difficult to get someone to bid on it. After contacting CG Arborist Services by email, I got a call from Chris within 12 hours. He was in the area gave me a quote which I accepted and he was able to fit me in the same day. Chris was professional, did the work as promised, and cleaned everything that came out of the tree as well as the fall leaves that were on the ground near the tree. The service was excellent. I would not hesitate to recommend him even if you have a small job to be done."
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+31

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Stump Busters
4.9(
52
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Pelham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike Thomas, the owner/operator responded to my call promptly. He came to my home within a few days and presented me with a written statement of cost on completion. My neighbors and I were able to schedule the stump grinding within a short period of time that fit our schedule. The work was completed as described in the work order. Mike arrived on time and completed the job in a neat and orderly fashion. I would recommend him to anyone including family and friends."
large oak
large oak
Response time1 hour
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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M Zawalick Enterprise
5.0(
13
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Pelham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hire Zawalick to do your tree work, period. They respond quickly to questions, are flexible if scheduling changes are needed, complete work efficiently and do it a with a great attitude and competitive prices. Our project included taking down 25 large trees and grinding the remaining stumps, and all of the work was completed â wellâ in around four days. Highly recommend!!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Smith Tree & Landscaping
5.0(
3
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Pelham, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Andrew and company didnâ t do a good job. They did s Great job. Cut 3 trees, cut and stacked wood and bundled the brush just as I wanted. Will use Smith Tree & Landscape again and recommend them to anyone and everyone without hesitation."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Trees naturally want to grow upward, so one may straighten all by itself, though this only comes into play when a tree is leaning just a small amount. For trees growing into an awkward position or those leaning heavily in one direction, the above steps are necessary to ensure the tree gets back on the right path. This also holds true for trees planted in a spot with unstable soil.

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

Getting a tree pro with the right experience can be the difference between your transplanted tree surviving or not. When hiring a local tree transplanting and removal service, follow up on references, check their portfolio, ask for a breakdown of the costs, and get proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance. 

Also, look for companies certified by the International Society of Arboriculture or registered with the Tree Care Industry Association and make sure they have an appropriate state or city license.

Tree removal can be quite expensive, especially for larger projects, but you can use the following tips to help keep costs down:

  • Do the yard cleanup afterward yourself

  • Choose to leave the logs on your property and split them yourself

  • Opt to leave the stump in the ground and tackle stump grinding yourself

  • Pull permits for tree removal, if necessary, to avoid fines

  • Pay to have multiple trees removed at once

  • Remove tree in the late winter or early spring during off-season

The ideal depth of a tree notch depends on the tree, but it should usually be between 20% and 25% of the tree’s depth. However, if the tree is leaning towards the direction of the notch, it can be cut more shallowly—at as little as 10% of the depth. When the tree is leaning away from the direction it needs to be felled, you can cut deeper, closer to 30%.

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