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Sapphire Land and Tree
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Lovell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Super professional. The clean up for all the trimming Trevor did was incredible. He showed up on time, honored his estimate and did an incredible job. Some of our trees were more than 15 years old and had never been trimmed. I highly recommend Trevor and Sapphire Forestry for any of your tree trimming/removal needs."
Tree Climbing
Forestry Mulching
Dead Elm 1
Dead Elm 2
Dead Elm 3

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Walton Stump Grinding and Property Improvements
5.0(
24
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Lovell, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had Travis grind stumps for me and loam and reseed the area afterward. He was very accommodating, punctual, and polite. He did wonderful work, even spreading the wood chips, creating a lovely path in the woods. I would highly recommend their services!"
Storm Damage - After
Storm Damage - Before
Yard Stumps - Before
Yard Stumps - After
Stump Removal

+3

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Tree Works
5.0(
1
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Lovell, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

With over 20 years of experience, Tree Works is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. Call us today!\n\n

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

Trees naturally want to grow upward, so one may straighten all by itself, though this only comes into play when a tree is leaning just a small amount. For trees growing into an awkward position or those leaning heavily in one direction, the above steps are necessary to ensure the tree gets back on the right path. This also holds true for trees planted in a spot with unstable soil.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

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.

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