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Forrest Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Benton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

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"They did a great job on multiple area project that included excavation, grading, drainage and septic tank installation. Rick, Brad and Allen were all professional, friendly and real pleasure to work with. Rick was able to perform very precise operations with the excavator and ensured everything was cleaned up and looking good before they left. Would recommend them to anyone in their service area and would consider them for any projects of my own in the future."
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+32

Response time9 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Triple G Stump Grinding
5.0(
44
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Serving Benton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Gary was amazing! He completed the project quickly, was professional and personable, and went above and beyond helping to move large chunks of tree for me. Would hire again"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Seasons Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving Benton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This is the second time we used Jason and his crew. They are very professional and polite. Matt did a walk around with us, provided an estimate and started the work within an hour. They had a large knowledgeable crew that worked fast and did an excellent job in cleaning up the fallen trees and branches. They kept in touch to make sure the job met our approval. It did and then some. We will use All Season Tree Service again and highly recommend them."
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Belgrade Pine

+4

Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Pinkham’s Property Management
4.7(
13
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Serving Benton, ME and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had been trying for days to reach my regular lawn mower and my grass was getting way too long. Reached out to home Advisor and was connected with Jim from Pinkham’s Property Management. Jim showed up right away and did an amazing job. He is reliable professional and takes pride in his work. I am so happy at how my yard looks now I would highly recommend him."
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Catlins All Year Round
5.0(
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Serving Benton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Brandon and his crew did a great job! They committed well arrived as planned. His price was fair and he was professional and friendly! I would recommend Catlins for any outdoor project!"
New property clean up
Plowing
Leaf clean up/ bush hogging
New property clean up
Plowing

+25

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Brackett Properties LLC
5.0(
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Serving Benton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The tree we had taken down was very big, and close to our home, and another building. Chris did a great job taking down the tree. We would definitely recommend this company. Would not hesitate to reach out again if we need to have another tree taken down. Thank you "Angie's" for the recommendation!!"
Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

Yes, cutting a tree's roots can cause it to fall, particularly if major support roots are severed. In extreme cases, trimming roots can affect the tree's structure and stability. Many crucial roots are located just below the soil's surface. If you make severe cuts to roots more than 2 inches in diameter, you risk impacting the tree's water flow and its ability to withstand severe winds or storms. Even cutting roots less than half an inch in diameter under or outside the tree's canopy can cut off its water supply, causing it to decline, die, and eventually topple.

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