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Avatar for MC Tree Service and Landscape Designer
MC Tree Service and Landscape Designer
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Customers say: True professional

"I recently hired them two remove two large pine trees, one was hit by lightning and was a threat to fall on my house. They were great to work with. They did a great job thoroughly cleaned the yard after, the crew was friendly and professional. I will use them again for landscaping or if I need another tree taken down."
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Pro Tree Service
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pro tree service came and did exactly what I asked hector and his crew were excellent hector spent most of the day 40 to 60 feet high cutting and pruning over a busy main road his crew was very quick to remove the wood from the road 10 feet up the hill over and over keeping the traffic moving hector priced the job at 500 dollars cheaper than another company from Angi list the police officer was equally impressed by this company that he asked hector for his business card . I would and will recommend pro tree service to all. Thank you Angi ."
 PREVENTION IS KEY! Let's take care of the trees, shrubs, ornamental trees that surround YOUR HOME, YOUR FAMILY!

Most tree damage during severe weather events occurs due to falling trees and limbs. 

High winds and the weight of ice and snow during the winter can cause failure of branches and even entire trees.

The damage that can occur from not preparing your shrubs, ornamental trees, trees can be costly ? and permanent.

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BAH Pro Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I strongly recommend BAH Pro tree service. They cut down a large dogwood tree that had become too big for the space. BAH Pro was prompt, polite, fair priced, and knew what to do. They cleaned up work site to complete their work."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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W Ramirez Tree Service & Landscaping
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I was very happy with the service, the company did a great overall job! Very thorough, and they even helped with trimming a couple bushes, and a tree that was coming close to the utility pole supplying my home!! I will be calling them back for future work, as I thought they were really reasonable on the price- and even scheduled my appointment very quickly!!!! :) Sincerely, Bob. :)"
Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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AML Landscaping
4.8(
48
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I couldn’t be happier with the work from AML Landscaping! They removed a large tree and trimmed several shrubs around my yard, and the results are outstanding. The crew was professional, punctual, and friendly. Their pricing was very fair, and they left everything spotless when they were done. It’s rare to find a company that combines skill, efficiency, and genuine kindness — but these folks nailed it. My yard has never looked this clean and professional. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-quality tree and landscaping work!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Marquis Tree Service
4.6(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very happy with the work the Marquis team did for me. Three people; one is a woman. I applaud hiring women for this type of work; thank you, Marquis. They did exactly what I wanted done; the correct amount of trimming of big branches to open up more light on my deck and stop leaves and birds from making a mess throughout the year. I did not have to tell the crew what to do; they are the professionals and did a great job. I will be recommending Marquis to others; their quote came in much lower than other arborists; and I was very pleased with the result. GOOD value. Good cleanup."
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Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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4 Daughters Landscape & Tree Service
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"4 Daughters comes out and mows my lawn weekly and they do a great job. They also do spring and fall clean-up, they tend my flowerbeds and lay down mulch, and they do snow removal in the winter. They do a great job and I find the prices very competitive."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C&J Tree Services LLC
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C&J Tree service did an excellent job clearing some trees that were diseased on my property. They were on time, courteous and efficiently removed the trees and stumps, leaving the area ready for some fresh landscaping in the spring time (which I've already hired them to do). I highly recommend their services and plan to use them again for another project later this year to have arborvitae trees planted around the property line."
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Response time10 hrs
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

A pro can guide you on the alternatives to tree topping depending on the specific issues within your trees. For example, if you’re dealing with breakage and cracks in your tree, they may suggest canopy reduction, which removes less than 25% of the tree’s limbs. If you’re dealing with lesser damage, some intentional pruning may be all you need. If you’re looking to get a clearer view through your tree, the pro may also try windowing or skirting your tree.

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

Tree removal costs typically don’t include stump removal, as that technically falls into a different service. The company you hire may offer the service for an additional fee; ask them if they offer it to ensure you get the best tree stump removal costs possible.

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