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Avatar for Bart Flanagan Tree Service
Bart Flanagan Tree Service
4.3(
87
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Bristol, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bart Flanagan made an appointment and met me to view the tree I needed taken down. His office provided a quote and a date was set. The team arrived, dropped the tree, chipped it and were done within a half hour. Friendly, courteous and very efficient! If I ever need tree service again, I will contact Bart Flanagan,"
Response time2 days
213 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Zuhlke Tree Service
4.9(
90
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+2 more

Serving Bristol, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent group of guys, work was suburb, clean up was excellent. They arrived started right in and worked until they were done. We had 4 trees removed and we had them come on two different dates. They worked efficiently and safely. I would highly recommend them and would hire them again."
Some big rounds
Handy little tree cart
We didn't put it there, but we got it off
Early bird gets the worm. Clean roadside job site.
Really they should sell this saw with a cape

+3

Response time2 days
158 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Seasons Tree Service
4.5(
62
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Bristol, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason showed up to look at the work we needed done on the same day we called to inquire...that was impressive to begin with. We decided to use All Seasons Tree Service and are very happy with the results and the quickness to get it scheduled as well as how quickly they were able to do a lot of tree clearing. They certainly have the equipment for a job as big as this one was. The crew were great as well. Fun to watch a well oiled crew attack a job as they all worked together to get it done...wow We'd highly recommend this tree service to anyone...only thing is my husband wished he coulda drove that monster skidder...he says that's a beast....lol"
Crane
Crane
Just a little guy
The 105 stretching its legs
Belgrade Pine

+4

Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Steele's Landscaping, Inc.
Steele's Landscaping, Inc.
4.6(
20
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Bristol, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough about my experience with this business. Prompt,professional, polite...I can't say enough good things...the crew came in and pulled off what seemed impossible with the efficiency of a well greased machine. They got the job done and cleaned up everything. I've owned 12 homes and have lots of services over the years and this is easily the best encounter ever...Kevin and the team are better than great. I'm old and was treated so fair and square...that isn't always the case. I can't say enough good things...I shouldn't have worried so much and you shouldn't either if you go with this company. Finally...the cost was SIGNIFICANTLY LESS than the other two quotes I got....ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC."
Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Easy E's, LLC
5.0(
4
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Bristol, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The owner operator, evertt McKee was very professional and meticulously. No surprise upcharges after the job was done, and everything was done ON TIME. I highly recommend Easy E's for anyone looking for small tractor jobs or small contractor work in the Lincoln County area!"
Gravel Road
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field

+18

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
APEX Tree & Earthworx
5.0(
1
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Bristol, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Apex has recently purchased crane equipment for large tree removal and removed more than 10 large trees that were close to my home. The team did an amazing and very fast job. They were organized, thoughtful and cleaned up after the job very well. Mr Child met with me several times before the job and kept good communications through the two days of intense work. I highly recommend this company, especially if you have large trees to remove close to buildings and around wires. ."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Maine Roots Stump Grinding LLC
5.0(
1
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Bristol, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with Maine Roots Stump Grinding. Lucas took care of two stumps for me and did an amazing job! Communication was excellent from start to finish. Lucas was friendly, prompt, and easy to work with. Both stump sites look great. What a difference it makes in how my yard looks to have the stumps taken out. I really appreciate the quality of the job and would definitely recommend this service to anyone needing stump grinding."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Canopy Tree Service Inc
5.0(
1
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Bristol, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robbie is great, he did excellent work and went above and beyond to make sure everything was done perfectly in terms of timeliness, quality, and cleanup. He also had very reasonable pricing compared to two other tree services. He is courteous and conscientious, a great combination that is something every homeowner likes to see from someone they hire. He and Bob cleared 7 trees for us, they left small logs for us for firewood, cleaned up the entire yard and even the roof afterwards. They also filled in all ruts in the lawn that were unavoidable given the work performed. I really can't recommend his company enough!"
At Work
New View
See the Pond Now
Partners
At Work

+9

Response time3 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

For Bradford pears, damage from storms is common, and if the trunk splits, it can pose a danger to people and surrounding structures. The best thing to do in that instance is to have the tree removed. If there’s only minor damage to the branches, pruning away the damaged parts is the first order of business. You may also want to consult a professional arborist to make sure the tree is healthy.

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.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

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 Bristol, ME homeowners’ guide to arboricultural services

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