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Rodriguez tree service
4.9(
16
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Timely, fast and professional they came out on a Friday evening to give me a quote. Showed up next morning and the gigantic tree next to the house was gone. Really nice group of guys"
Two old pine
Tree removal
Before
Storm branches
Tree services

+82

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Walton Stump Grinding and Property Improvements
5.0(
24
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Serving Porter, 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
Storm Damage - Before
Yard Stumps - Before
Yard Stumps - After
Stump Removal

+3

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Maineland Stump Grinding,LLC
5.0(
84
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I placed a request for tree stump removal at my home and received a call back right away. The company Maineland Stump Grinding is professional, courteous and most importantly showed up when they said they would. I would highly recommend this company. They did an excellent job."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Jeff Grovo and Sons Tree Service
4.9(
20
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"Mike and his team at Jeff Gravo & Sons went above and beyond our expectations. The cost was reasonable and matched our original quote. They removed 2 maple trees (one very large) and 4 birch trees for us. They were on time and did a great job cleaning up our yard after removing the trees. I would definitely use them again and would recommend them to anyone looking for tree removal service. Thanks again for making this an easy process for us!"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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KCM Construction
4.8(
16
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"Gage and his crew did a fantastic job with the new roof. They were very professionals. They did a great job with the clean up. A magnetic roller was used to get all the nails off of the lawn. I was impressed with their service, and would highly recommend them."
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
Roofing Project
Roofing Project

+42

Recommended by93%of homeowners
Hansen Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Porter, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your 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 a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

You can hire a professional arborist or tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure safety, prevent property damage, and comply with all the local regulations. It’s highly advisable to always hire a professional, as tree removal can be extremely dangerous, especially for large or damaged trees. Certified arborists or tree removal experts have the proper equipment, training, and insurance to do the job safely and efficiently. They can also handle cleanup, stump removal, and obtaining the necessary permits.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

If executed correctly your tree should survive after being transplanted to a new spot. However, effective transplanting requires six months, careful root pruning, safe transport to the new location, and replanting in prime soil conditions. You’ll also need an appropriately sized root ball for a complete tree transplant. A good rule of thumb is that, for every inch in diameter, your tree’s root ball needs to be around 11 inches. So a tree with a diameter of six inches needs a root ball of approximately 66 inches.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Yes, it’s possible to overwater a newly-planted tree. Daily watering is great for the first few weeks, but it’s important not to go overboard. Excessive watering can lead to various problems, including root rot, fungal diseases, and a lack of root development.

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