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Top-Rated Arborists in Bridgton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Maineland Stump Grinding,LLC
Maineland Stump Grinding,LLC
5.0(
85
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Bridgton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I placed a request for tree stump removal at my home and received a call back right away. The company Maineland Stump Grinding is professional, courteous and most importantly showed up when they said they would. I would highly recommend this company. They did an excellent job."
Response time3 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Walton Stump Grinding and Property Improvements
Walton Stump Grinding and Property Improvements
5.0(
25
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Bridgton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I contacted Walton's about tree stump removal and they fit me into their schedule within a week. They did an awesome job and their customer service was exceptional. I would highly recommend them."
Storm Damage - After
Storm Damage - Before
Yard Stumps - Before
Yard Stumps - After
Stump Removal

+3

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for ER Tree Service
ER Tree Service
4.6(
259
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Bridgton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing! Attention to detail, thorough and fantastic. Trimmed 4 oak trees and some side trees. Very professional, friendly and hard working. From first contact to completed job they were very responsive and kept us informed. Highly recommend them."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Rodriguez tree service
Rodriguez tree service
4.9(
18
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Bridgton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Came on time and within 4 or 5 hours took my rotting tree down. Rodriguez Tree Service did an absolute fantastic job. The raked up the area after cutting the tree down and left some of the wood as I requested. I will have Rodriguez come again for another set of trees that need to be cut down."
Two old pine
Tree removal
Before
Storm branches
Tree services

+82

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sapphire Land and Tree
Sapphire Land and Tree
4.9(
19
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Bridgton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Trevor did a great job. These trees had never been trimmed and it was a huge job. He cleaned up everything really well. I really appreciate his abilities and give high recommendations."
Tree Climbing
Forestry Mulching
Dead Elm 1
Dead Elm 2
Dead Elm 3

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Black Majic Sealcoating, Inc.
Black Majic Sealcoating, Inc.
4.6(
55
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Tree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Bridgton, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work crew were friendly, courteous and the job was completed in a timely fashion. Our driveway looks superb! Will definitely haveBlack Magic do future seal coating."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Unfortunately, palm tree stumps are one of the most difficult types to remove due to how their roots grow. Unlike other trees, palm tree roots grow horizontally and vertically. Palm tree roots grow as deep as three feet into the ground, although soil and growing conditions could mean they go as far as 50 inches into the earth. 

If you want to be able to repurpose the grass in the area where you removed a stump later, you’ll have to dig quite deep—and perhaps wide—to trim away all the roots.

Although the terms tree trimming and tree pruning are used interchangeably, they are very different types of tree maintenance. Tree trimming involves enhancing the appearance of your tree by removing unruly branches, providing your tree with ample sunlight and nutrients and prevents unsightly overgrowth. 

Tree pruning helps keep your trees disease-free. This process removes unhealthy growths, dead branches, and other unhealthy parts of the tree. It’s more common for deciduous and ornamental trees but not so common for evergreen trees. To determine which method you need, discuss it with a tree trimming specialist.

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.

DIY is risky and not recommended for large trees; professional services ensure safe removal and proper disposal.

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

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