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Avatar for Willpower Stump Grinding
Willpower Stump Grinding
4.9(
48
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Outstanding service! I am so impressed with the work done on my yard. I had multiple tree stumps located on a tricky hillside slope. Other companies passed on the job because of the difficult terrain, but William was able to grind them down with ease. Not only did he complete the tough job, but he also did a fantastic job cleaning up the debris afterward. The yard looks great. Reliable, skilled, and highly recommended—I would absolutely use him again!"
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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Woods Tree Services
4.9(
52
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Princeton, 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."
76 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by5%of homeowners
Leo's Tree Service
4.5(
477
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Tree Removal

Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Leo's Tree Service is the local answer for all of your landscaping needs. We are proud to be locally owned and operated for prompt response to your needs. We strive for your satisfaction and your continued business. Our staff is knowledgeable in all aspects of our business and look forward to helping you achieve the curb appeal that you vision.\n\n** WE DO OFFER REMOVAL OF SNOW OF ROOFS**

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Slocum Tree Service
4.8(
54
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had two semi-dead ash trees threatening my deck and my house. These 70ft trees were along my property line and less than 20 feet from my deck. I was afraid that a severe storm would bring them down. Mr. Slocum brought studied the situation. We agreed on a price and he brought in his equipment and crew who skillfully brought them down piece by piece. I was amazed how accurately and carefully he got the job done. They put on a fine show. They stacked the big pieces onto a truck, ground up the rest and hauled it all away. I was very please with the work. They had to navigate their trucks and equipment through some other a large maple trees to do this job and didn't damage a twig. These things weighed tons. I would certainly call them back the next time I needed tree work."
 Topping the pine
80'+ maple trees. No crane or equipment access
 Back Left
 View of Front Side from Back
Crane

+86

Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Evergreen Lawn Maintenance & Landscape Corp.
Evergreen Lawn Maintenance & Landscape Corp.
5.0(
3
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Tree Removal

Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The only negative would be that it took a while for the owner to get back to me with an estimate of how much it would cost. It took him just a little while, and the reason was he was so busy doing other jobs. The positives were: they were on time, finished on time, the job looked good, they were clean, the area they worked in was clean when they left. It looks good."
Sod Installation
Sod Installlation
Sod Installlation
Sod Installlation
Sod Installlation

+16

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Arm Construction & Management, Inc.
3.6(
51
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Andrew and his crew built a hip roof over my existing front porch. My front porch is much larger than most ( 12x 11).. The cost seem high at first, however well within range of other licenced and insured contractors. Skip any contractor who is not going to pull a permit and have their work inspected . He came highlly recommended by my roofing company, as well as 2 other homeowners who had work done by his company. All had high praises for the quality of his wokmanship.. Both homeowners have had him back for other projects. The roofing company regularly recommends him and 1 other contractor if Andrew is too backed up in contracts. Yes, it is best to book early for any GOOD contractor. I believe that what sets the best contractors apart from the rest is the quality of the workers who show up to do the work. Most owners and upfront sales people talk a great sales pitch. THEN when the actual team shows up, you soon begin to realize just what you have. ARM has an amazing group oh hard woring SKILLED employees. The inspector commented on the quality of wormanship. Natually all work passed inspection. I am also booking ARM for 2 orher future projects. If you are one of those people who believes you do the work right the first time, then this is a contractor you want in your contact list. It took me quite a long time & ALOT of trial and error to finally find a good contractor.. Save yourself the effot and cost of trial & error."
 Chimney
 Cedar Shake diamonds
 Paver Sidewalk / Patio
 Stone staircase / Flagstone walk
 Bulkhead / Basement waterproofing

+9

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

For trimming trees, your best tool is a pair of pruning shears or loppers. Both options work best for branches that are under 3 inches in diameter. Trimming trees with a larger diameter may require a robust tool like a small chainsaw or a handsaw, so take into account your tree’s diameter when deciding between tools.

Most plum trees are pruned into a vase or open wine glass shape. They’ll have a shorter central leader (the trunk) that supports three to four main branches. Of course, this isn't always the case. If you have a European plum tree, you can grow it in a pyramid shape. Let the central leader extend the length of the tree and prune smaller branches to create the pyramid.

Yes, you can hire professionals to move a tree. Arborists and tree transplanting companies specialize in this type of work and use equipment like hydraulic tree spades to safely extract and relocate trees with their root balls intact. Since tree moving is a complex process, especially for larger trees, it’s best left to experts who understand how to protect the tree’s health and ensure the safety of everyone involved.

Leaving the tree stump and letting it rot is never a good idea, as this leads to insect infestations and other frustrations. Additionally, decomposing trunks are at risk for diseases that spread out to the remaining plants and trees in the yard, thus ruining your whole outdoor aesthetic. It's usually best to remove the stump at the same time you remove the tree.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

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