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Bob Lester Jr Tree Service Inc
4.8(
57
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The shed had suffered a bit of initial damage from the tree falling, and Bob's crew did a great job of removing it while avoiding further damage. I just asked him to cut the tree into manageable sections and leave it for me so that I could re-purpose the wood. He did exactly what I asked for and was communicative throughout the process from estimate to performing the work. Would definitely use this company again."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Barton's Tree Care, LLC
4.4(
50
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ed and crew provided exceptional service from start to finished. They arrived early than scheduled time, which was great; they did exactly what they said they would do; performed the work with great skill and care to protect the worksite and surrounding properties in the townhome community. It was amazing to watch how the crew removed the 20ft tree with ease and cleaned up all debris. I am very pleased with the care provided to complete the service. Big kudos to Ed Barton and particularly the crew, will definitely recommend this company for tree service."
Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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LPZ Tree Solution
5.0(
32
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This team is top notch! They showed up as planned, on time and ready to go! They confirmed all the work I requested to be done before starting and ensured I was satisfied before leaving. I would recommend LPZ to anyone looking for tree service, whether it be trimming or removal!"
Tree Removal
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Wood Removal
Stump Grinding

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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Beautiful Yards Tree Services
4.9(
22
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Genaro and his team did a great job on mowing our lot! He responded our request promptly and scheduled the job based on our needs flexibly. After the cut, our lot looks beautiful and we will continue to use their service!"
Response time4 hrs
83 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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White Oak Tree Experts
4.8(
14
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very impressed by Fernando Reyes and his entire team. They cleared 4 poplar trees and trimmed my 3 crepe mertyl. Their price was good, and their work was excellent. I was most impressed at the finished product and clean up. My yard looked great. I will be using them again for future tree work."
Tree removed
Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Paddy Tree Experts
4.5(
21
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The one tree I wanted removed, everyone else wanted an outrageous amount and he came in with an estimate unbelievable half of what they all wanted. He is very approachable, friendly, very courteous. Very clean, very safe and did not damage my yard. Very professional and obviously a tree expert and knowledgeable of his field. After he took down the tree, he cleaned up well afterward."
Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Chesapeake Stump Grinding
5.0(
13
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Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Contractor called immediately after I inquired for help. He scheduled a follow up appointment and did an excellent job in removing the tree stump. I highly recommend this contractor."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

You should not trim an oak tree in the summer. Oak trees are especially susceptible to disease, and open tree wounds are an invitation for beetles that carry tree-killing fungus. If there’s no risk that the oak tree will do damage to your property or hurt someone, it’s best to save the trimming for fall or winter. If you can, seal the wound with latex to prevent fungus from getting inside.

Sudden oak death and oak wilt are different diseases. Oak wilt first shows up in tree leaves while sudden oak death affects the branches and trunk. However, as symptoms in both can overlap, it’s best to consult a professional arborist tree expert for a proper diagnosis and development of a treatment plan.

When a palm tree no longer produces new fronds and old fronds start turning yellow-brown, that’s a sign the tree is dying. However, transplanted palm trees can show these signs for the first several months as they re-establish themselves. It’s best to keep watering and not give up on the palm tree until a couple of seasons have passed and you’re sure it’s not coming back to life.

You should plant trees at least 15 to 20 feet away from your house, and more if the tree will grow large and spread its limbs. Trees pose several dangers to houses when planted too close. They can litter the roof with leaves and branches, create fire hazards, make a ladder for larger pests, and even damage the foundation as their roots grow.

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