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BAH Pro Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Somerville, 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 rate96%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Marquis Tree Service
4.6(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marquis Tree Service was great from start to finish on this big job. John Marquis came out to scope the work, calculated the price on the spot, and tagged the trees that needed to be removed. A few trees were within the wetland buffer zone, so John wrote an excellent, detailed letter to our Conservation Commission to get approval for the removal. I had to be out of town the day they were scheduled to take down the 13 tall pines near our house, and I was worried about not being there to deal with issues, but John assured me all would be well. He called me that morning before they started the job, called me during the job to discuss taking down one more tree that hadn't been tagged initially, and confirmed when the work was done. I expected some damage to the lawn or driveway, but when I got home the only evidence that the crews had been there was the missing trees. I've used two other tree services over the past 20 years, and Marquis wins. They have the right equipment for the biggest jobs, the office staff is responsive, the crews work carefully and efficiently, the owner knows his stuff (he holds degrees in forestry and is a certified arborist), and (surprisingly) their price was competitive. I'd trust them with the biggest/trickiest jobs."
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Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Nelson’s Hardscape And Tree Service
5.0(
23
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Could not be happier with the service I received. Nelson came himself and did a job I was dreading to do! Can’t thank him enuf for!!’ This was a huge help and I will be using this company or future yard work. Thank you !!!"
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
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Lopez Tree Service
4.6(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This company was both on time and on price quoted. Company cleaned up and was very efficient and what they did. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone looking for a tree service."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C&J Tree Services LLC
5.0(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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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
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
B&R Tree Service, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quality work

"Bernard and his crew ere simply great. Very quick and responsive and very reasonably priced for the scope of the project. Bernard listened and understood exactly what was needed: removing 3 trees whose branches were overhanging utility lines. He got the job done the same day. I highly recommend B&R tree service. By the way, his office manager/ scheduler is so polite and professional which was simply amazing!"
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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RGS Tree Service
4.5(
194
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I needed tree limbs removed and trimmed on a large Maple tree that overhung my yard and roof from a next door neighbor's yard. I called Newspaper ads on tree services offered and after leaving my telephone number with each, I received no call backs. Time for Angies List and Homeadvisors! I was in luck. Rudy called me back immediately and after discussion, I made an appointment for an estimate. After living and raising my family here for over 55 years and having needed many professionals on upkeep of my home, I always worry if I made the right decision to go with a particular company. I made the choice to go with RGS Tree Service. No regrets. The service was excellent! They arrived on time. They were able to access the tree even though it was behind a fenced section of the back yard. The workers were courteous and certainly knew their profession. Then clean up! Superb!! Everything was hauled out, grass raked, even leaf blowers to clean the driveway. Plus a call back from Rudy to make sure I was happy with their work. Thank you, to the workers. Thank you, Rudy."
Response time1 day
96 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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MC Tree Service and Landscape Designer
5.0(
13
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Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Customers say: True professional

"Noe and his crew did top notch work. Communication at times was a bit iffy but will definitely use them again. We were really impressed with the Yard work , leaf removal, tree removal (fallen tree). Very tidy and clean. I would recommend them no hesitation!"
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can prune a palm tree with a chainsaw, but a chainsaw is overkill for a job like this. You risk damaging the tree if you make a bad cut. More commonly, you’ll need pruning shears or a serrated knife to trim a palm tree, or you can use a specialized pruning saw instead of a chainsaw.

Since summer is a busy time for tree companies, the cheapest time of year to remove a tree is during the winter. February and March are typically the prime time to hire a tree removal pro, and some homeowners living in colder climates can save around 20% off services. It depends on location and the company, but you can always shop around for the best deal.

Generally, homeowners do not need permission to cut down a tree on their own private property, but there are several exceptions where a permit may be required. You might need a permit if the tree is particularly large, old, or a protected species, such as a heritage tree. Trees located near public property or power lines can also be subject to special rules. Additionally, many local governments and homeowners associations (HOAs) have regulations controlling which trees can be removed to manage an area's appearance or prevent the spread of invasive species. To avoid hefty fines, it is crucial to check with your local government and HOA to determine if a permit is needed before you begin.

You can use a felling ax to chop down a tree by following the same prep and steps as a chainsaw, but be prepared to use some muscle. For trees bigger than 7 inches in diameter, it can take some time and serious strength to cut down a tree using just an ax. 

It will take you anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours per tree stump to grind and remove the stump from the ground. The larger the size, the longer it will take to remove the stump. Also, keep in mind that rocky soil may require local excavation services to loosen up large boulders before you can begin to remove the tree stump.

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