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Q: How long do Bradford pear trees last?

• <div><p>The typical lifespan of a Bradford pear is relatively short, only 15 to 25 years. However, these trees have issues long before their life is over. Due to their soft wood and fast-growing branches, Bradford pear trees often split around 15 years, making them a risk for falling branches and more prone to disease. </p></div>

Q: Is tree removal tax deductible?

• <div><p>You may wonder <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/is-tree-removal-tax-deductible.htm">whether tree removal is tax deductible</a>: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.</p></div>

Q: How long do tree roots live after a tree is cut down?

• <div><p>Tree roots are hearty and complex systems, so they don&rsquo;t die immediately after the rest of the tree is removed. If you leave the root system in place, it takes anywhere from two to seven years for it to run out of nutrients. It is worth noting, however, that the roots stop growing and expanding after cutting down the rest of the tree. </p></div>

Q: What are the best-smelling Christmas trees?

• <div><p>The Christmas tree type that smells the best to you will ultimately depend on personal preference. But if that classic Christmas tree smell is important to you, choosing a type of tree known for its scent is a safe bet. Try a balsam fir for a spicy, comforting scent or a Douglas fir for a sweeter smell. You may also like Fraser firs, Scotch pines, and blue spruces. </p></div>

Q: How long will it take to grind a tree stump with a stump grinder?

• <div><p>It will take you anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours per tree stump to grind and remove the stump from the ground. The larger the size, the longer it will take to remove the stump. Also, keep in mind that rocky soil may require <a href="https://www.angi.com/nearme/excavation-companies/">local excavation services</a> to loosen up large boulders before you can begin to remove the tree stump.</p></div>

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Last update on May 26, 2022

Reviewed in May 2022
Josh was very professional and had a great personality. He came through on time and on budget. I will be using his services again.
EXPERT MAINTENANCE OCALA LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
I was very happy with the work. He was always on time. The service was fantastic. I would recommend him to anyone.
D.J. Paving
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Reviewed in March 2020
They were very detail oriented. They cleaned up after themselves and never left a mess. I continue to use their services to this day. I would recommend them to anyone.
Honey Do Maintenance and Construction
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Reviewed in July 2019
Daniel is excellent, very responsive and great at communicating! He was also very reactive to a project that I had for the following day and he jumped right on it to make sure I had the services I needed. I will definitely be calling him again!
Clark's Contracting
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Reviewed in January 2019
Very easy to schedule, agent listened to our request to make sure we got scheduled appropriately. The scheduling window was a bit weird - he gave us the "first appointment" from 8-10, and the tech showed at 930. If this was the first appointment, i would have expected earlier in the...
Dear Services
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Reviewed in June 2015
Quick response, courteous service. I would recommend him to anyone. Ocean Force Pressure Washing is a keeper service! Thanks.
Fagan Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2014
Shane is a great man that provides an excellent service. He has top notch equipment and can't be beat in the service his company provides. He charges a lot, but what do you expect for that quality of work. He is very responsive and cares about his customers. He will take the time out to explain...
THERIAULT LAWN CARE
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Reviewed in January 2014
Responsive to my inquiries. I live too far for them to service or install the pool, but they gave good hints and were open to phone calls for advice. Good friendly, professional company.
ISLAND POOL & SPA INC
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Reviewed in April 2013
Outstanding in all respects: sales, service, and support. <br />
SANDOLLAR SPA & POOL
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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

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"Dan has a great crew, very polite they say good morning every morning and are excellent workers. Dan makes sure thing are done and done right. He can do anything, he built a great lean-to, bulit a nice addtion on the house is which is enclosed porch 22 by 14 with beaitiful window. Metal roof on the house, addition, garage and of course my lean-to. Dan a great contractor with a excellent crew"

Response time12 hrs

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Service is very good, very courteous. My wife and I are very happy with the work."

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Black Majic Sealcoating

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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"Excellent customer service. Great job done on driveway at a fair price. Definitely recommend."

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Flat Fee Plowing & Property Services

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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"These guys are awesome workers, they came out first day we contacted gave us a very reasonable quote for the work and completed the job within 48 hours from meeting us. They removed approximately 3 feet of snow from our roof and cleaned all the snow away from the house. True pros. Will use again very professional crew. Thanks so much for the great job and doing exactly what we discussed for the price that you quoted us. They take alotof pride in the finished product!!!"

Response time12 hrs

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Allards Logging & Land Clearing

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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

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We are a locally owned and operated company with 30+ years of lawn care experience. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. We are veteran owned business

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Tardiff Landscaping and Property Maintenance

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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Friendly Odd Jobs, LLC

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Serving Caribou, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Friendly Odd Jobs is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Response time4 days

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

The typical lifespan of a Bradford pear is relatively short, only 15 to 25 years. However, these trees have issues long before their life is over. Due to their soft wood and fast-growing branches, Bradford pear trees often split around 15 years, making them a risk for falling branches and more prone to disease.

You may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

Tree roots are hearty and complex systems, so they don’t die immediately after the rest of the tree is removed. If you leave the root system in place, it takes anywhere from two to seven years for it to run out of nutrients. It is worth noting, however, that the roots stop growing and expanding after cutting down the rest of the tree.

The Christmas tree type that smells the best to you will ultimately depend on personal preference. But if that classic Christmas tree smell is important to you, choosing a type of tree known for its scent is a safe bet. Try a balsam fir for a spicy, comforting scent or a Douglas fir for a sweeter smell. You may also like Fraser firs, Scotch pines, and blue spruces.

It will take you anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours per tree stump to grind and remove the stump from the ground. The larger the size, the longer it will take to remove the stump. Also, keep in mind that rocky soil may require local excavation services to loosen up large boulders before you can begin to remove the tree stump.

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