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Avatar for World Class Tree Service
World Class Tree Service
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Elk Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have used many Tree removal companies and have been very pleased with all of them, however, World Class Tree Service stands out as exceptional in all areas. Marco and his team are amazing and from now on I will only be using them and recommend them to my family, friends, and clients. If youâ re looking for Tree help this is the company to use!"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Clearwater Handyman & Outdoor Solutions
4.6(
12
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Elk Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"Dont judge a book by it's cover. It's hard to find a quality handyman -- especially in Northern Michigan. The folks at Clearwater, led by Tyler, quoted quickly and got the job done on time and according to all specified parameters. A small start up that needs a little front end polish -- but dont let that dissuade you from hiring. A quality finished product is what counts. They delivered this in spades. Not only would I hire them again, I sincerely hope to help them grow and will recommend them to the property owners I service in my business."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tree Timbers Services
5.0(
5
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Elk Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very thorough storm debris and downed tree removals. Highly recommendable."
Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by20%of homeowners
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Aubertin Tree Service
4.6(
9
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Elk Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jed came out to help with a large tree that had been damaged during a storm. He did a fabulous job of dropping limbs without making a big mess and made sure to clean up after. He did the same thing for our neighbor. This person really knows how to drop a tree exactly where he wants it to land."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Root's Renovations
4.4(
9
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Tree Trimming

Serving Elk Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had an area of my deck rotting out. I had 2 other companies out that only wanted to sell a whole new deck and feed me a bunch of BS. Roots met me and showed me exactly what was bad and what he could do to fix it and make it look like it was never patched. His price was very fair. No BS, straight to the point. They worked clean. No mess, and they were very mindful of the many flowers and shrubs along the deck. Job well done."
Water Damage Ceiling - Before
Water Damage Ceiling Repair - After
Demolition Work
New Wood Floor Install - Work in Progress
New Wood Floor Install - Work in Progress

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Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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Wholehearted Sellers LLC
4.2(
5
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Elk Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tree service was done. Job was fully completed and done as requested. Fee was resonable. We would use them again."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
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Straight Up Tree Service
5.0(
32
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Elk Rapids, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing work done to take down a very large tree in our yard. We will hire them again and recommend them to others."
tree service
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

Any tree that needs to be pruned should be pruned to remove dead branches at least once a year. You may need to prune far more often if you’re trying to maintain a certain shape or to save a tree that suddenly becomes infected.

Unless there’s some sort of rule in your community’s homeowners’ association that requires you to remove a stump, there’s no law that says you have to take it out. If you’re not wedded to the idea of removing it, there are plenty of ways to get creative with this tree remnant. Using the stump as the medium for a wood carving or turning it into a planter are just two examples of ways to repurpose a tree stump.

No, homeowners insurance typically does not cover the cost of removing a dead, sick, or rotting tree that is still standing. Insurance is designed to protect against sudden and unexpected accidents, whereas a tree dying or rotting over time is considered a maintenance issue. Coverage usually only applies after a tree has fallen and caused damage to your property.

It is good to spray water on a Christmas tree to help keep the needles hydrated. Spraying a Christmas tree with water prevents dryness, stops needles from falling off, and reduces the risk of fire.

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