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Avatar for Primavera Landscaping & Construction, Inc.
Primavera Landscaping & Construction, Inc.
4.8(
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving Wayland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They did a great job! Came early in the morning and finished it with mulch around the house to make a beautiful landscape. Very professional and hard working. Highly recommended. Thanks."
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Lawn Mowing
Front yard before
Snow Removal

+103

Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Willpower Stump Grinding
5.0(
50
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Wayland, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"William came out to remove two tree stumps from our condominium courtyard. He arrived right on time and we went over the job with him. He quickly sized up the job and gave us a fair price. William was very efficient and thorough in doing all the work that needed to be done to clear the area. He was very professional, kind, and careful to make sure we were happy with his work, and he offered to help with tree planting in the future. We highly recommend William and will definitely call on him again when we need help of this kind."
Just about 6 feet
"Safety first"
propelled grinder
Big old tree
Eyesore stump

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Palmer Tree Services
4.9(
17
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Wayland, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gustavo / Palmer trees did a great job trimming the big trees in my backyard. Space looks nice and clean. It is more open and still provides shade. They made sure to clean up and remove all debris as well."
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+21

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for McDonough Tree Removal Inc
McDonough Tree Removal Inc
4.9(
61
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Wayland, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"20+ years ago Shaun done a great job and cut down couple trees for me. It was long time ago, a time without Angi. Now in May 2023, he done another good job for me by cutting done 1 tree. Good communication, quick response, good price. I wasn’t at home when they performed the work.Everything done right as I expected a good Contractor would do. I decided that this time I will drop a check at his company right away and also write this review to pay my respect to his work."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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S1 Tree Services, Inc.
4.9(
47
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Wayland, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Great Job. After we contacted S1 Tree Services for an estimate, Elivon responded quickly and gave us a fair price on what we needed done. Within a week the crew came to our home and worked tirelessly to remove 2 pine trees one of which had snapped in two from an ice/snow storm. The crew removed all limbs and debris and left our yard clean with no damage. The crew was very careful and thorough and Elivon could not have been any nicer. Highly recommend this company and will definitely use them in the future. No need to look anywhere else."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to avoid pruning more than 25% of the tree’s canopy at one time. While pruning your tree is important, it’s possible to do it too often or to go too far. Again, this is why hiring a tree trimming pro to do the work is wise. However, if you do decide to DIY, going slow and trimming gradually is the name of the game.

The ideal depth of a tree notch depends on the tree, but it should usually be between 20% and 25% of the tree’s depth. However, if the tree is leaning towards the direction of the notch, it can be cut more shallowly—at as little as 10% of the depth. When the tree is leaning away from the direction it needs to be felled, you can cut deeper, closer to 30%.

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.

If you’re planning on keeping the tree, unless the roots are invasive, there’s no need to remove them, as doing so can cause damage to the tree. If the tree has been cut down and the stump and roots are left, grinding and removing the stump can cause root decay for some species. For other species, the stump and roots will need to be removed to prevent pests, disease, and possible tree regrowth.

If you aren’t sure what you’re doing, be very careful when cutting mature tree roots (roots larger than 2 inches). Root cutting and pruning can affect both a tree’s stability and its ability to nourish itself. Issues during root cutting can result in damage or injury. 

It’s recommended you call in a pro to help, unless it’s a very small tree and you aren’t worried about the prospect of losing the tree.

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