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Avatar for Lopez Tree Service
Lopez Tree Service
4.6(
188
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Rockland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"These gentlemen were very professional and got the job done in a timely manner. I am very pleased with their work and will definitely recommend them to anyone looking for tree removal and/or lawn care services. A company for sure."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J&J Tree And Landscaping
5.0(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Rockland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a large tree removal project involving 20 trees and including a large, damaged maple with 5ft dia trunk. I received multiple quotes for the project and ended up selecting Jose. His price was competitive and in-line with others. Showed up with his crew a day earlier than planned and completed on-time in 3 days with all material removed from site and stumps ground down. Great, positive attitude from Jose and all of his crew. Would hire again and strongly recommend."
Mans Work
Tree Works
Tree Works
Tree Work
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+2

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Advanced Landscaping
5.0(
17
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+5 more

Serving Rockland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"I had several large pine and oak trees had to be removed from tricky spots close to my house. Paul got the crane over there and was able to pick them out of there. The ground team had them limbed up and chipped in short fashion. Logs were hauled off and I also had Paul grind a couple of the stumps. Excellent teamwork by the knowledgeable crew. If you have nuisance trees, do yourself a favor and get Advanced over there!"
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9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Services & More LLC
4.8(
29
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove - For Business+2 more

Serving Rockland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I originally hired Services & More to cut my grass. But...one thing led to another. As I also had an issue with one one my windows. The trim was rotted and water was getting into the wall causing damage, along with that, we desperately needed to replace our shingles. My husband and I wanted vinyl siding done. Adam, was very helpful with the whole process. Before I knew it everything we needed done had gotten done, and then some. What I liked most about this company was he never pushed or tried to sell us on any services. We just happened to ask. Once again, Adam took care of what we wanted to do and more, because we asked, including our garden beds. When they did the siding, they replaced ply wood in the areas that needed it, and also repaired the foundation, in certain spots. Adam also did the interior of our wall, where that window was. ALL VERY reasonable in price! Considering that they did quite a lot. They are my go to guys!! I've hired them for life! Highly recommend!!"
Furniture Assembly
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

+4

78 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sunday Landscaping
4.6(
59
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Rockland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dave did an amazing job! My front yard was overgrown with poison ivy, and he turned it into beautiful flower beds with lovely purple flowers. He also created backyard beds that look incredible. Thank you!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Olivera's General Sevices
4.4(
192
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Rockland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We contacted Alex about having two trees removed and large thorn bushes in addition to general yard waste. He provided a reasonable quote in advance of the work, and his team arrived as scheduled and did an excellent and thorough job. I highly recommend his services and would gladly hire him again."
Response time11 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.5(
39
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Rockland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Diego and his crew did an amazing job clearing leaves from our yard--and doing fall maintenance on plants. Diego is very responsive and fair in pricing. The crew left our yard looking beautiful!"
Maintenance
Lawn Maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance
Lawn maintenance

+8

Response time3 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It could be anywhere from weeks to years for a dead tree to fall. A dead tree falls based on its weight, how it leans, the state of its roots, the state of decay, and what local windstorms are like, among other factors. Since it’s hard to predict the fall’s timing, it’s important to cut down a dead tree quickly and avoid any unpleasant surprises.

Often, it’s the homeowner’s responsibility to handle the aftermath when a neighbor’s tree falls on their property. But if a tree has been obviously dead for a significant period of time and caused damage when it fell, a case can be made that the owner should have removed it, especially if the neighbor wrote you a letter about the tree or asked you to take it down. This can be grounds for a successful lawsuit in claims court and is a good reason to always pay attention to your trees and remove dead trees before they fall.

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.

Transplanting a palm tree is a similar process except for a couple of important differences. First, their root ball doesn’t need to be as large as a “true” tree, which makes them a bit easier to dig up and move around. Second, they struggle more with taking root and staying upright in a new location, so it’s important to give them extra support when staking. 

There are four common ways to prune a tree correctly: crown thinning, crown reduction, crown raising, and crown cleaning. The method you choose depends on the purpose of pruning. However, making the correct cuts is a vital part of the process, regardless of your method. Pruning incorrectly can damage or even kill the tree. So, you may want to hire a professional tree-trimming company to tackle the task. 

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