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Leo's Tree Service
4.5(
477
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Leo's Tree Service is the local answer for all of your landscaping needs. We are proud to be locally owned and operated for prompt response to your needs. We strive for your satisfaction and your continued business. Our staff is knowledgeable in all aspects of our business and look forward to helping you achieve the curb appeal that you vision.\n\n** WE DO OFFER REMOVAL OF SNOW OF ROOFS**

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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DM Jepson Tree & Excavation LLC
4.8(
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jepson Tree gave us a good quote. They showed up on time and finished the work of cutting down large oak trees from our backyard in a timely manner. All crew members are professionals. They did excellent work. I would call them again when I need similar work."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
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B&R Tree Service, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Slocum Tree Service
4.8(
54
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had two semi-dead ash trees threatening my deck and my house. These 70ft trees were along my property line and less than 20 feet from my deck. I was afraid that a severe storm would bring them down. Mr. Slocum brought studied the situation. We agreed on a price and he brought in his equipment and crew who skillfully brought them down piece by piece. I was amazed how accurately and carefully he got the job done. They put on a fine show. They stacked the big pieces onto a truck, ground up the rest and hauled it all away. I was very please with the work. They had to navigate their trucks and equipment through some other a large maple trees to do this job and didn't damage a twig. These things weighed tons. I would certainly call them back the next time I needed tree work."
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80'+ maple trees. No crane or equipment access
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Hazard Tree Removal
5.0(
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased with the removal of five large trees. I found Aaron to be honest, trustworthy, efficient and a very hard worker. I would hire him again."
Response time11 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Flowers Garden Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Sterling, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Flowers Garden Services did a fine job cleaning our gutters. Marisol and Oscar, the owners, showed up right away, gave us a fair quote, and returned in two days to do the job. I will use them again for gutter cleaning and other household services they perform."
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

You should plant trees at least 15 to 20 feet away from your house, and more if the tree will grow large and spread its limbs. Trees pose several dangers to houses when planted too close. They can litter the roof with leaves and branches, create fire hazards, make a ladder for larger pests, and even damage the foundation as their roots grow.

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

Costs reflect the size of the tree or shrub, the complexity of the task, location accessibility, and disposal needs, and comprehensive quotes vary accordingly.

Generally, you do not have the right to take fruit from a neighbor's tree, even if the branches overhang your property. The fruit is considered the property of the tree's owner. While you may have the right to trim branches that cross into your yard, the fruit on them typically still belongs to your neighbor. However, laws can vary by state and municipality. In some areas, branches that extend into your yard or trees that straddle a property line may entitle you to some of the fruit. The best course of action is to speak with your neighbor, as they may be happy to share. If a conversation is not possible, check your local regulations before picking any fruit.

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