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

Serving Hiram, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maineland Stump Grinding was recommended to me by several friends. I had a small job that needed to be done and the company was responsive, friendly, professional and priced reasonably. I would recommend them and will be hiring them again in the future."
Response time3 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Walton Stump Grinding and Property Improvements
5.0(
25
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Hiram, 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
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Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Tomahawk Excavation
4.5(
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Hiram, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"The owner is a first responder like myself, I couldnâ t find anyone to clear my land but with his busy schedule he was able to fit me in very fast, very affordable pricing, and extremely professional. I plan on using him for my future lots as well."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Pruning can impact cold hardiness—but it’s less about the exact temperature and more about temperature variation. Generally, you don’t want to prune trees when there’s a risk of temperatures suddenly dropping from 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit to 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. A tree is most sensitive until 48 hours after it’s pruned.

Generally, no, tree topping isn’t a good technique, and you should avoid using it in most cases. Tree topping may be the only good option to save a tree following severe damage after a storm, but in most other cases, it’s not the right choice. Tree topping can leave trees vulnerable to disease and further damage, and most pros will suggest against it.

Once you confirm a tree is dead, you should remove it. Dead trees eventually fall, and larger trees in particular can cause damage to rooftops, fencing, flowers, and other objects. As we mentioned, letting decayed wood stay in your yard also invites risks to the surrounding landscaping and vegetation.

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