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Avatar for BAH Pro Tree Service
BAH Pro Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Roslindale, 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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+19

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DMZ Landscaping & Masonry
4.8(
66
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Roslindale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"DMZ were quick to come out and offer a quote and were able to do the job quickly. The crew that did the work were thorough, friendly, responded to specific request I asked of them. Price was very fair. A very good experience."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Palmer Tree Services
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Roslindale, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We highly recommend Palmer Tree Service!!! They arrived early and stayed late...a very hard working crew!! They were friendly, honest, easy to work with and their prices were reasonable. They were precise in their cuts and made sure not to damage our surrounding plants. They also did an exceptional job in cleaning up!! We highly recommend them!!"
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+21

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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C&J Tree Services LLC
5.0(
21
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Roslindale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"C&J was super professional and timely. They helped us reach out to our neighbor to split the cost of cutting down their dead tree (that was affecting our house). The first time they came they did leave a bit of branch touching our house, but they came back the next day to fix it."
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+7

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lopez Tree Service
4.6(
188
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Roslindale, 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%
63 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 Roslindale, MA and surrounding areas

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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."
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Tree Works
Tree Works
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+2

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pablo's Landscaping, Inc.
4.5(
56
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Roslindale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Quote for work was very reasonable, showed up on time and worked quickly and efficiently to get the job done as described when quoted. Cleaned everything up and hauled it away and all of the dense vegetation that was in our yard has been removed. Everything looks great."
Trees Removal
Trees Removal
Trees Removal
Retaining Wall
Patio

+16

Response time5 hrs
Response rate96%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sunday Landscaping
4.6(
59
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Roslindale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend Sunday Landscaping. Dave responded right away with my quote for a fall clean up and was at my house within the week. Did a great job and for no additional charge offered to come back in December to clean up rest of leaves that would have fallen at end of season."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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D Zacarias Landscape & Masonry
4.5(
39
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Roslindale, MA and surrounding areas

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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!"
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Lawn maintenance

+8

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

While there is a lot of debate about whether boiling water is strong enough to kill tree roots, it is not best to remove the roots from large, old trees. You may be able to weaken young roots enough to remove them manually, but boiling water will likely not do the trick for large root systems.

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.

It may not be worth it to rake every leaf in your yard, but it’s necessary to remove the majority of leaves to prevent them from smothering grass growth on your lawn. However, raking leaves isn’t your only option for leaf removal. You can remove leaves easily with a leaf blower or compost or mulch them with your lawn mower to repurpose them to help grow your garden or yard.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

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.

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