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Pro Tree Service, Inc.
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Oakland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is a well-known business in the Vassalboro area. I've used them for tree work twice. I know 3 other people who have used them and were very happy. If needed, they have the skills to do complex tree work, near structures and power lines. Nice people. Easy to work with and competent."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brackett Properties LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Oakland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The tree we had taken down was very big, and close to our home, and another building. Chris did a great job taking down the tree. We would definitely recommend this company. Would not hesitate to reach out again if we need to have another tree taken down. Thank you "Angie's" for the recommendation!!"
Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Poulin Tree, LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Oakland, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Poulin Tree LLC brings over two decades of arborist and logging expertise to serve our valued customers. With a team of seasoned professionals having 20+ years of experience in the field, we pride ourselves on delivering top-notch tree care services to Central and Mid-Coast Maine and surrounding areas.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

State and local laws vary, but in most cases, you are allowed to trim any branches from your neighbor's tree that cross your property line. However, it's important to ensure you do not damage the overall health of the tree in the process. Removing branches incorrectly can jeopardize the health of the tree and could lead to you being on the hook to replace it.

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. 

Late August, September, and mid-October are the ideal months for planting a young tree. However, the best time to plant a tree ultimately depends on when the weather transitions to fall-like conditions and eventually winter frost. As long as the hottest days of summer have passed and the ground hasn’t frozen yet, you can still successfully plant trees.

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

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