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Avatar for Hometown Tree Experts
Hometown Tree Experts
4.6(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+5 more

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Beautifully. We choose them in 2014 because they were available after a major storm. In 2014, they repaired major damage to several trees and gave us excellent advice about trees on our property. These people are arborists, not merely tree cutters. In 2016, they moved a 10-ft section of decorative block wall away from a large tree. The results were stunning: you would think that the wall had originally been laid in its current location.. In neither case did we get other bids, but I suspect this firm is a bit pricier than many others. Still, I would ask them for a proposal, for you will get a free education that is worth your time."
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+2

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JK Gardening Lawn & Garden Care
5.0(
20
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JK Gardening Lawn & Garden Care once again has done a fantastic job for us. They are always prompt with communication, prices are fair, and their work is excellent. Within a week of contacting Kevin, I had someone come out to assess what work I needed and had a crew show up. I asked for additional landscaping work this year, a separate quote was drawn up, approved and scheduled with ease. Thank you for another great experience!"
Delaware River Jack stone filling in bare dirt areas. Forming a stone bed.
In this project, we transformed a bare dirt area by using Blue Ice stone in the corner. Along the patio border, we added Delaware River Jack to seamlessly connect the entire stone bed around the pool.
Retaining Wall / Artificial Grass / Walk Way
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+240

Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
J&D Landscaping and Tree Expert
4.6(
155
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I hired J&D Landscaping to cut down an old tree, plant new ones, and take care of mulching and grass trimming. Mr. William and his team were amazing! They were professional, efficient, and left my yard looking stunning. Mr. Elvis did an amazing jog! I am happy with the quality of work and highly recommend their services!"
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Prestige Tree Experts
4.8(
40
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hands down the most professional company I have ever dealt with. The work was extraordinary and the service was the best of all time. I would highly recommend to anyone needing tree work done."
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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JNO Contractors, LLC
4.9(
35
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Tree Removal

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a very good job. They removed a very large tree. They gave me the best price and they did it in one day. There was one minor problem they broke my fiber optic table because he had to use a crane to go all the way over the house because the tree was behind my house. They said that they would pay the damage. Overall, I was happy."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AAA Tree Service
4.7(
146
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend this tree service company for anyone needing reliable and affordable tree work. The crew was experienced, respectful, and hardworking throughout the entire process. They removed several dangerous branches and made our yard look much more open and beautiful."
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+5

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Gordon W Frazier Tree Service
4.8(
155
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome end-to-end experience! After two other tree service arborists inspected trees with me but then failed to actually send estimates, I searched Angie's List and read many of Gordon's reviews. I left him a voicemail on a Friday. He called me Saturday and was willing to visit that weekend. Since I was busy over the weekend, he agreed to call Monday or Tuesday. He called Tuesday at approx. 11am, indicating he was in the area working a job and could be by in 30 minutes. I agreed to meet him. We inspected my four large shade trees (2 sycamore and 2 maples) and I explained we needed better visibility from front porch, unblock view of a corner stop sign, and ensure no growth into siding. He explained his additional recommendation for overall thinning and shaping. He provided an on the spot verbal estimate of $800 and when I asked if he accepted a credit card, he indicated yes, but would charge only $750 if I wrote a check. I had researched average job costs and Gordon's quote was very reasonable. I then asked what his lead time was and he indicated his crew was finishing a job nearby and they could be by in an hour after they ate lunch. He and his crew arrived promptly an hour later, a crew of six total, including Gordon. Gordon rang the doorbell and asked me to review first tree trimming with him before he moved on to remaining three to ensure it met my expectations per our earlier discussion. After finishing, Gordon asked me to walk our property and review pruning for all four trees. His crew was well organized, worked together like clockwork, and Gordon was right there with them working and directing to ensure all trees were pruned to expectations and clean-up was thorough. Our yard looks "larger" now and is very open with the thinning Gordon recommended, as they removed overlapping and dead branches to include providing more ground clearance. They look great and Gordon indicated they shouldn't require pruning again for at least five years. I'll now hire Gordon for annual tree / shrub maintenance (fertilize, insects, disease prevention) and fire the other provider that had provided that service but failed to provide a pruning estimate. I strongly recommend Gordon and his team for any tree related care! Well done!"
Tree trimming
Removing limbs
Trucks
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Axcobar Tree Experts
4.9(
34
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had Axcobar Tree Service trim and remove a number of trees and I highly recommend them. I will use them again and not waste time looking at any other companies. They provided an estimate and on our scheduled date arrived first thing in the morning and worked all day. They did an outstanding job and cleaned up everything as they worked. We are very happy with Axcobar Tree Experts and would recommend them for all your tree service needs."
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+25

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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O & O Tree Services, LLC
4.7(
124
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Tree Removal

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I've lived in this house since 2002 and always hated having the 9 pine trees on the side of the property so close to the house. Most of the trees were at least 60+ feet tall. Oliver & Oscar presented a VERY reasonable price quote for the complete tree removal to include hauling away all debris, grinding the stumps and hauling away the wood chips. Trust me when I say reasonable price quote, as I've obtained no less than 20 estimates over the years. They left only the chips to fill in the hole that was left from grinding. They presented their license and insurance upon request and reviews were easily found everywhere. They completed the work in just a little over a days time. We could not be happier with the work performed. The crew was very friendly and was happy to talk and answer any questions we had. If I ever need any tree work in the future, I will absolutely, without hesitation call O & O Tree Services again. THANK YOU!"
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+57

Response time11 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for New Creation Tree Service
New Creation Tree Service
5.0(
34
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Potomac, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a very good experience with the New Creation Tree Service. Edwin Contreras owner of the Service and his crew did a good job in cutting the dead tree plus the pruning of another tree in our yard. In addition, Mr. Contreras was professional, knowledgeable, easy to communicate with and help with other issues regarding yard work. We greatly appreciate his practical and honest recommendations about pruning more trees in our yard. His reasonable charge, good tree service, knowledge willingness to help and over-all great customer service are ingredients for us to request for help in the future. Thank you very much. G. Sundaresan"
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

All of the tree root removal methods mentioned above are effective on any kind of root, whether it’s still growing or simply needs a gentle nudge to finish decomposing. The only difference is that larger roots tend to be harder to remove and may require multiple chemical treatments as well as manual labor to eradicate.

It depends on the type of tree. Typically, late spring on the cusp of winter is ideal for trees about to emerge from dormancy and produce new buds. That said, late fall is ideal for certain deciduous trees prone to bleeding sap. Avoid trimming trees in early spring, when they’re prone to disease.

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.

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