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Avatar for Alfaro Construction
Alfaro Construction
4.8(
690
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Darlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Carlos came prepared to work on the initial estimate visit to my home. Within 3 hours at my home the tree was removed and the sizable stump was grinded up. He was prompt with taking away the brush and cleaning up behind himself. I would strongly recommend him."
OUR WORK
OUR WORK
OUR WORK
OUR WORK
OUR WORK

+7

Response time5 hrs
91 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JMC Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
72
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Darlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn't believe how fast they got a tree down! They also trimmed a tree for us. Then they took away the wood and chipped it. They even raked the yard to get the stray branches. Very efficient team. When there was a delay in starting the work, Jose was good about communicating it and rescheduling a time. I especially like that Jose came to talk with me in person to give an estimate and understand what we needed. (Some companies just leave a note for estimation of work.) I would recommend the JMC Tree team highly!"
Trimmings
Trimmings
Stump Grinding
Removals!
Removal

+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A-AAA Tree Service
4.5(
130
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Darlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a high-risk tree removal due to how close the tree was to our home, and this team handled it with impressive professionalism. The initial consultation was thorough, and the estimator clearly understood the technical challenges involved. No overselling, just straightforward guidance. Scheduling was efficient, and communication from the office was consistent. The removal crew arrived on time and worked methodically. Their execution was precise. There was no damage, no issues, and no unnecessary disruption. The stump grinding was also done properly, not rushed. What stands out is the balance of quality and cost. The pricing was more than fair given the complexity of the job. It’s clear this company knows what they’re doing at every level from front office to field execution. Strong recommendation for anyone in Ellicott City needing reliable tree work."
Monster Tree Removal
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TC Outdoor Solutions
5.0(
5
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Darlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Colby and his crew did an absolutely amazing job. They were extremely fair on price, showed up on time and completed on schedule! The work they did looks awesome! We already have our next yard project planned with them!"
Lawn care
Lawn care
Landscape refresh
Landscape refresh
Landscape Refresh

+3

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DY Landscape and Lawn Care
5.0(
3
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Tree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Darlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Lawn care
Lawn care
Lawn care
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E.A.H. Landscaping Services, Inc.
3.8(
3
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Darlington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

With several years experience, E.A.H. Landscaping Services, Inc., works hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you soon on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Greentree
Greentree
4.4(
535
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Darlington, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luckily I speak Spanish so I was able to communicate with the workers what needed to be done. The supervisor showed up later, but the person who initially evaluated the trees did not come back on site. Mr. Castro was very friendly when he was out and, while not an arborist, seemed to know his stuff. The catch was that the guys who came, while very good workers and very nice, were not arborists either so they were asking me what I preferred as far as cutting back the branches. This is not my specialty so I had a hard time figuring out if more needed to be done.
The price was right and the trees look nice now. I would have preferred to have an arborist who could give me advice on what exactly should be cut back and to over see the work.
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Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Climbing
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

The best time to transplant a tree is when it is dormant. For many trees, this means either in the fall after the leaves have dropped (around October or November) or in early spring before new growth begins (around March). The ideal timing can depend on the type of tree. Deciduous trees do well when moved in early spring or fall, while evergreens are best transplanted in early spring or late summer. For example, pine trees are best moved in early fall, but maples prefer late fall. Avoid transplanting in winter, as the frozen or hard, cold soil poses a significant risk to the roots and prevents the tree from acclimating properly.

Maple trees start the growing season by developing small groups of red flowers where the tree's fruit, the samaras, will appear in the coming weeks. Later in spring, the samaras, which many call whirlybirds or similar names, develop into single-winged seed carriers that spin when falling or drifting in the wind. 

It can take anywhere from one month to a couple of years for tree roots to grow back in sewer lines. Tree roots can cause extreme havoc on your sewer lines, potentially cracking them and causing untreated wastewater to make its way into the groundwater. Have a landscaping pro remove trees and roots before installing your system, or call a pro to do it retroactively as soon as you can.

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