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Avatar for Calvert Tree Experts
Calvert Tree Experts
4.8(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Promised job would be completed in one week. Six days completion. Excellent communication. Lots of arborist skill. Women owned business. Very impressed with end product. All employees very professional. Highly recommend. Thank you Crystal."
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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White Oak Tree Experts
4.8(
14
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After a big storm White Oak responded to our request for assistance within 30 minutes, came out to see what we needed within a few hours (on a weekend), and completed the job the next morning for a super price, fast and very well. Excellent service and work. We will use them again!"
Tree removed
Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Chesapeake Stump Grinding
5.0(
13
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Greg did a very professional job - showed up at the promised time, had all the right tools, had screen to shield my flowers from the chips, did the work promptly, did the work throughly, moved the first layer of chips away and then went in a chipped away more. I could not have been happier. If i need such work again he will be my first call."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Turf Dog Landscaping LLC
5.0(
4
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"These guys were fast, professional, and respectful of my property. They even secured both gates before leaving. I am so happy with the job they did. My budget was tight and they got the job done in no time. My yard looks absolutely amazing and the edge work was fantastic! They even blew off the hard surfaces leaving a polished job. Hire them! I plan on it!! Sincerely, A Happy customer!"
Front view flower bed with stone edging
Patio make over
Patio make over
Patio make over
Patio make over

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Elite Construction and Landscaping, LLC
New to Angi
Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety construction and lawn care services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Richmond Stump Company
New to Angi
Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Richmond Stump Company was built on a simple principle: approach every job with a clear plan, execute it properly, and deliver a clean result.\n\nWith a background in construction and years of experience working as a Solution Architect in the technology space, our founder brings a unique combination of hands-on work ethic and structured problem-solving to every project.\n\nStump grinding offers a straightforward, effective way to restore outdoor spaces. It’s a process that requires precision, the right equipment, and attention to detail.It also provides immediate, visible results — transforming a yard in just a few hours.\n\nWe are proud to serve homeowners and businesses throughout the Richmond area with dependable, professional service you can trust.

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
UNITEDWORLDSOLUTION
New to Angi
Tree Stump - Remove

Serving California, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

At United World Solutions, we provide reliable furniture delivery, junk removal, moving assistance, and hauling services throughout Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and nearby Maryland. We take pride in being punctual, professional, and treating every customer’s property with care. Whether you need a single item moved, a full truckload hauled away, or help with furniture pickup and delivery, we’re here to make the process simple, affordable, and stress-free. Customer satisfaction is always our top priority.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

While trees can grow in the curb strip between the sidewalk and the street, this placement often poses the problem of interfering with overhead power lines. It’s best to consult your local utility provider and tree planting service before transplanting a tree that might grow into power lines. Also, you should never work within 20 feet of a live power line to avoid the risk of electric shock. Tree branches should never touch nearby power lines, so it’s essential to ensure your tree isn’t in danger of growing too close to them.

According to scientists at Penn State University, spotted lanternflies do not typically kill the trees and plants they feed on, but they can cause branches and segments to die off. However, they have been found to kill cultivated grapes, which can have devastating consequences for vineyard owners and regions that heavily rely on vineyards to create jobs and generate revenue. They have also killed the Ailanthu altissima, known as the tree of heaven, though this is classified as a noxious and invasive weed tree.

Palm trees will not regrow from a stump once the tree has been cut down. This type of tree is unique because the root and stump system will slowly decay after the tree is gone, unlike other species that can regrow. That’s why it’s preferable to remove dead or decaying palm tree stumps quickly as they can become an eyesore and don’t offer future growing potential.

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