"Very polite. Answers texts and calls within minutes. Extremely well priced compared to others. Cleans up afterwards. Would never even know they were here. Will definitely be calling again for future tree services."
"“Early bird gets the worm” applies to this tree service. He called from out front of our home and gave a very reasonable estimate! The work was done and he was on his way in no time flat! We’d recommend him to anyone."
"They are extremely reliable! You wouldn't even know they're there when the trees are removed from your yard. I would recommend them highly to anyone!"
"Dan is the consummate professional. He performs his tree work with a cautious expertise while taking care of the needs and concerns of his customers with graciousness and patience. You will be calling Dan again and again."
"We had a rather large pine tree lake front obstructing our view We did not want to remove it but just wanted it professionally trimmed back. Casey did an excellent job. Now we have great, clear views of the waterfront. He showed up on time, was very professional and cleaned up the entire area."
"Taconic Tree was very quick to come out and aid us on our dead branches hanging over our business. They were extremely fast, affordable/fair pricing, the clean-up was so precise that you could not even tell that they were there! We are looking forward to future business with Taconic Tree."
"John and his crew were exceptional. Professional and friendly. They took down trees. Cleaned the area and extended our yard. The transformation was amazing. I would highly recommend their company. Neighbors on our street were so impressed by their work they immediately hired them for services. We can not thank them enough for what they did for us. Also the were exceptional people. Cheers to John and his crew"
You don’t always need a permit to grind a stump, but you might need one depending on your location and the stump’s surroundings. Permits are often needed if the stump is part of a protected tree species, near public areas or utility lines, or close to environmentally sensitive zones like wetlands. Some cities also regulate noise and work hours. Always check local rules before grinding, and contact your city or county office if you're unsure.
Signs include dead branches, growth over structures, diseases, pests, or roots impacting hardscapes.
Pruning trees is important for several reasons. It improves tree health and strength by removing dead, diseased, or unwanted branches, which in turn encourages new growth and can help treat disease. For fruit trees, proper pruning can lead to a larger and better-quality harvest. Pruning also enhances safety by removing weak limbs that could break and fall, potentially causing injury or property damage, especially during storms. Beyond these functional benefits, pruning can also improve a tree's appearance. To ensure pruning is done correctly for the tree's long-term health, consider hiring a professional.
No, you should never top maple trees. Topping injures the tree and leads to the rapid growth of a weak canopy, which can be hazardous to rooftops and utility lines. Removing the crown can also leave the interior bark vulnerable to sun damage, leading to insects and disease. A topped tree can also reduce property value and permanently damage the appearance of a tree.
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
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