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Avatar for Pro Tree Service
Pro Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and efficient. They pruned the tree exactly as I asked. They were quick and polite throughout the work. They were the only ones who gave me a written quote. They also showed up on time for the quote. For the job itself, they were a little late but they explained why (traffic) and Boston is a very traffic loaded area. Totally acceptable as I think they are quite honest. The cost was also quite acceptable when I compared them to the other quotes I received. Hector the estimator was very professional, actually listened and understood what I was saying. I would hire this crew again."
 PREVENTION IS KEY! Let's take care of the trees, shrubs, ornamental trees that surround YOUR HOME, YOUR FAMILY!

Most tree damage during severe weather events occurs due to falling trees and limbs. 

High winds and the weight of ice and snow during the winter can cause failure of branches and even entire trees.

The damage that can occur from not preparing your shrubs, ornamental trees, trees can be costly ? and permanent.

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+7

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Willpower Stump Grinding
5.0(
50
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"WillPower Stump Grinding is an excellent service to go with very professional timely meers commitment and priced well. Great job with cleanup uses caution when operating his machine not to damage the yard. Highly recommended."
Just about 6 feet
"Safety first"
propelled grinder
Big old tree
Eyesore stump

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elmer's Landscaping and Construction
4.9(
76
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

As experts in residential lawn care and ground maintenance, Elmer's Landscaping and Construction, will exceed your expectations. With years of experience manicuring lawns and power washing exterior surfaces, we understand the value of quality, professionalism and responsiveness. We offer competitive pricing and look forward to serving you.

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Recommended by85%of homeowners
Palmer Tree Services
4.9(
17
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I cannot say enough positive things about Palmer Tree Service. Their response time was immediate when I contacted them for a quote, and Gustavo was very friendly and knowledgeable when he came out. Their quote was BY FAR the best out of three other companies, and their work was top-notch and worth every penny. We had a huge hemlock completely taken down, along with two other mature trees thinned out- none of which were easy to access with heavy equipment. The arborists were obviously masters at their job and amazing to watch, as much of it was done by hand. After the job was done, they cleaned up every last log and piece of sawdust; you couldn't tell they were ever there. I would give 10 stars if I could... and I am a very critical person!"
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+21

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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C&J Tree Services LLC
5.0(
23
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Lowell

+7

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Pro Cut Landscape & Design
4.9(
195
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bob was excellent with his communications and with his consulting during the planning for the project. We followed his advice with respect to the amount of soil and the type (super soil) that was needed. This was included in the price estimate and Bob picked it up prior to starting the project. A date for the work was set and Bob and his crew of two arrived early in the morning and got to work unloading the soil, transporting it to the backyard and spreading it evenly over the project area. After seeding, peat moss was spread over the top as a protective layer. We are extremely happy with the service provided, and the speed and professionalism of the entire crew. I just can’t wait until the grass emerges - I’m sure it will be beautiful. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire Pro Cut Landscape & Design again and can recommend them highly to anyone with a landscaping project."
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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McDonough Tree Removal Inc
4.9(
61
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Watertown, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are amazing. Kept in phone contact to schedule. Arrived when they said. Professional crew. Great team work. It took them 2 hours from the time they arrived to when they pulled out. Would hardly know they had been here except for the tree being gone. And this tree was huge - 5-foot diameter trunk. Would hire them again."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

In nature, there are many things that can cause a tree to die, including diseases, insects, and natural disasters such as fires or droughts. Non-natural methods of killing a tree include herbicides or manual intervention, such as cutting it down. Consult a tree removal professional about your options for naturally killing a tree.

Using vinegar to kill tree roots is just one of the clever ways to use vinegar around the house. The method works best when you apply vinegar as directly to the root system as possible. For example, if the old tree roots and stump are currently exposed, drill holes in the tops of the roots and pour undiluted white vinegar into the holes to soak into the plant. Remember that vinegar can kill the surrounding grass and plants should it pour over the edge.

Since each tree is different, it’s impossible to say how long a dead tree can remain on your property. While it could be days, months, or even years, it’s highly likely that, at some point, the tree will fall. In the meantime, dying or dead trees can become a haven for pests, so it’s best to have them removed sooner rather than later.

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

While the trees in your backyard are good for the environment and look beautiful, they could present a danger to your home under the wrong circumstances. This task is typically beyond the capabilities of the average homeowner due to its dangerous nature, so it’s best to leave this task to a professional. In some cities, it’s even illegal to remove a tree yourself.

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