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Avatar for GBK Company Inc.
GBK Company Inc.
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Serving West Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"GBwas the most professional and experienced certified arborist that I have ever met. His workman ship was meticulous and thorough. I would recommend him for any kind of landscaping and tree services to anyone. He was very professional and friendly who elaborated in detail why he pruned specifically each tree. A+++++"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Phoenix Landscaping and Construction, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving West Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Phoenix is a great company from beginning of project to the end. They removed multiple trees and stumps over a 2 day period, with 5 different workers, all of whom were expert, hard-working, and courteous. Canâ t say enough good things about Phoenix Landscaping, starting with the owner, who evaluated the job,, and gave fair price, to each worker, and to everyone who schedules and billsâ ¦ The absolute best choice Iâ e made in Avery long time!!!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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DeSouza Landscaping and Tree Service INC.
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Serving West Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Good communication. Willing to be flexible about what I needed done. Even were able to schedule earlier than they first connected with me. Did a thorough job and even offered to put in some mulch where it was needed. Plan on requesting their services again for planting, now that the trees and bushes pruned back."
Response time2 days
50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Royal Landscaping & Masonry, Inc.
4.5(
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Serving West Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Positive experience from start to finish. Professional, hardworking group. Would gladly recommend them and would use their services again."
Response time1 day
105 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Paradise Landscape & Tree Removal
4.9(
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Serving West Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They arrived on time, took down three large trees, cut the stumps down to ground level, cleaned up and carted them away in one day. VERY professional and I would hire them again."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
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The Tree Guys
5.0(
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Serving West Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"“THE TREE GUYS” They did such a great job. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who wants a professional job done. They are the best crew ever! We have tons of trees and I will definitely get them back to remove more of them at a later time… Hire them, you won’t be sorry."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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Limelight Landscaping
4.6(
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Serving West Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Patrick is a professional landscaper. He knows the business well, hires an excellent very polite crew. The entire project was executed completely, including cleanup of the work site. Prices are very fair. I plan to hire Limelight for future landscaping projects. They are a superb company."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
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Arborists 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.

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

For Bradford pears, damage from storms is common, and if the trunk splits, it can pose a danger to people and surrounding structures. The best thing to do in that instance is to have the tree removed. If there’s only minor damage to the branches, pruning away the damaged parts is the first order of business. You may also want to consult a professional arborist to make sure the tree is healthy.

It’s not always easy to tell when a tree is dying, although signs like dropping branches and brittle bark can sometimes offer clues. It can also be difficult to know whether a tree is dead or dormant, especially if it’s a deciduous tree. You’ll want to wait until a growth season to get a good idea of a tree’s health. When in doubt, contact an arborist for a consultation.

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.

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