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World Class Tree Service
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Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"I had an amazing experience. The team was professional, on time, and extremely knowledgeable. They explained the whole process, worked safely, and left my yard spotless when they finished. The pricing was fair and the customer service was excellent from start to finish. If you’re looking for reliable, high quality tree work, I highly recommend World Class Tree Service!"
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Recommended by55%of homeowners
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Leelanau Lawn & Snow
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Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"Hired Leelanau Lawn and Snow for my driveway, they came quick, excellent work, and very affordable pricing. They have continued the excellent service with every snowfall."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Marks Excavating
5.0(
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Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

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"Mark was professional and skilled. He got the job done quickly and efficiently and his prices are fair. He was friendly and on time. I definitely recommend him for any excavating job you need done. My property looks beautiful! Will keep him in mind for any future work I need done, big or small. Thanks a lot, Mark’s Excavating!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
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Timeless Window Cleaning, LLC
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Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Small jobs welcome

"Came to our home by appt and did a complete estimate for work I'd outlined. Including a through exam of the roof. The work hasn't actually been done, but I know I'd rate "5" for all!"
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Response time8 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Straight Up Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Empire, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is very responsive and is exceptional at communicating throughout the project. The price was best I could find and the quality of work was superior. If you need trees removed or trimmed this is the best value in northern Michigan."
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

Leaving the tree stump and letting it rot is never a good idea, as this leads to insect infestations and other frustrations. Additionally, decomposing trunks are at risk for diseases that spread out to the remaining plants and trees in the yard, thus ruining your whole outdoor aesthetic. It's usually best to remove the stump at the same time you remove the tree.

You can remove a small tree from your yard if there’s space for the tree to fall, you have the right tools and safety equipment, and you follow a clear plan of action. You’ll just want to follow the steps above carefully, and ideally, you will have experience doing similar tasks. If you have any doubts that you can do this project safely, though, you should hire a pro.

No, you should never top maple trees. Topping injures the tree and leads to the rapid growth of a weak canopy, which can be hazardous to rooftops and utility lines. Removing the crown can also leave the interior bark vulnerable to sun damage, leading to insects and disease. A topped tree can also reduce property value and permanently damage the appearance of a tree.

While it’s best to have access to large, healthy, strong trees in a safe position, treehouse living is still possible without them. Contractors can fit tree posts to build the structure onto or use posts as additional support alongside the trees themselves. If you’re in doubt about the suitability of the trees on your land, consult with a local treehouse builder before you start the project.

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