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Avatar for Tree Unit Inc.
Tree Unit Inc.
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job well done, punctual. Decent price. Very professional service; tree unit pruned and removed trees and shrubs from our property; efficiently, and exactly as agreed, every step of the way. Would recommend."
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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GBK Company Inc.
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Expert knowledge, responsive, fair pricing, and great customer service! We hired them to trim our arborvitaes, maple trees, and pear trees throughout our property. GB and his team were all fantastic to work with - friendly and happy to answer any questions we had regarding the project. From the initial quote to the final cleanup - we were completely satisfied. We'll definitely be calling back for more landscape work in the future! Thank you GB!!"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Junior Landscaping & Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!\n\n

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Sunday Landscaping
4.6(
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dave & Lourenco from Sunday Landscaping did an outstanding job trimming, cutting and shaping shrubs and bushes that were covering the front of my house! I recommend them highly!! Joyce in Quincy"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GBK Company, Inc.
4.4(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GBK company did a fantastic job removing a large maple tree from my yard. The crew was very professional courteous. They were very knowledgeable and brought the right equipment to do the job quickly and efficiently . Their attention to detail was awesome and they did great job cleaning up when they were through."
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Response time4 days
Response rate93%
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South Coast Tree Service INC
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Rochester, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our major focus is on the quality our work and producing outstanding results. We are committed to creating a level of value unmatched by any of our competitors. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! Call us today to discuss your project.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If it’s only a smaller branch that has died and you’re keeping an eye on the tree, it’s probably nothing to worry about. But if other nearby branches start dying off as well, or a very large branch dies, then you likely have a bigger problem. It’s time to watch for diseases and other problems and possibly get professional guidance on how to proceed.

There are a few differences between tree guying and tree staking. Tree guying requires anchor stakes that are shorter and stronger than regular stakes and are driven deeper into the ground at an angle away from the tree. Tree staking uses longer stakes that are set parallel to the tree and are used for smaller trees. Consult a local tree professional to determine which method is best for your tree.

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. 

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