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Avatar for Bart Flanagan Tree Service
Bart Flanagan Tree Service
4.3(
88
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving West Bath, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bart Flanagan made an appointment and met me to view the tree I needed taken down. His office provided a quote and a date was set. The team arrived, dropped the tree, chipped it and were done within a half hour. Friendly, courteous and very efficient! If I ever need tree service again, I will contact Bart Flanagan,"
Response time2 days
227 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Zuhlke Tree Service
4.9(
91
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving West Bath, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James Zuhlke executed his Professional Arborist Talents Flawlessly! He was a pleasure to work with. He bent over backwards to please. I'd Highly Recommend him & I'd certainly retain his Services again, as might be necessary, with future Arbor Care of our property. Sincerely, Eric"
Some big rounds
Handy little tree cart
We didn't put it there, but we got it off
Early bird gets the worm. Clean roadside job site.
Really they should sell this saw with a cape

+3

Response time2 days
163 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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ER Tree Service
4.6(
259
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving West Bath, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing! Attention to detail, thorough and fantastic. Trimmed 4 oak trees and some side trees. Very professional, friendly and hard working. From first contact to completed job they were very responsive and kept us informed. Highly recommend them."
Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Steele's Landscaping, Inc.
Steele's Landscaping, Inc.
4.6(
20
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving West Bath, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did what was discussed, along with the quote given. They are very friendly, quick in what they did. I would give them a 5-star rating. We also discussed future tree trimming .I was glad in who I chose to cut my tree, it's manageable for us to move around and cut up for firewood , Big Thank-You"
Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Avatar for Wetty's Plowing & Sanding, LLC
Wetty's Plowing & Sanding, LLC
4.6(
19
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business+2 more

Serving West Bath, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a dead tree taken down and dead branches removed from a couple trees around the driveway. They were on time, worked diligently to get the job done, and cleaned up very well. Very respectful of our property. Would definitely recommend them"
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Black Majic Sealcoating, Inc.
4.6(
55
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Tree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving West Bath, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work crew were friendly, courteous and the job was completed in a timely fashion. Our driveway looks superb! Will definitely haveBlack Magic do future seal coating."
Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Easy E's, LLC
Easy E's, LLC
5.0(
4
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving West Bath, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Evert to clear a few trees to open a spot in my yard. He was professional and efficient. Not only did he have the job done quick he was super friendly. I would definitely hire him again in the future."
Gravel Road
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field
Bush Hogged 1 acre field

+18

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.

The felling notch you make before you make the final cut will determine which way the tree will fall. The cut will be in a wedge or triangle, and the tree will fall from the highest point of the triangle. You can use this, as well as the process described above, to estimate where a tree will fall. 

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.

How often and long you should water a tree depends on the species and if it is mature or newly planted. The amount of water is also based on the tree's size. A good rule of thumb is approximately 5 gallons per inch of the trunk's diameter.

Adjusting watering to the recommended suggestions for the tree type and weather conditions is vital. For instance, watering trees during a drought is necessary, and you may need to water more frequently than usual.

It could be anywhere from weeks to years for a dead tree to fall. A dead tree falls based on its weight, how it leans, the state of its roots, the state of decay, and what local windstorms are like, among other factors. Since it’s hard to predict the fall’s timing, it’s important to cut down a dead tree quickly and avoid any unpleasant surprises.

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