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Schmelling logging llc
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Iron River, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company was very knowledgeable when it came to removing my trees. They knew what they we're doing and the job they performed was top notch. They were great guys to work with. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
Tree work
Logging
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Andy's Tree Svc
4.4(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Iron River, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1962

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andy came personally to give us an estimate.  He was on time, personable and professional.  The date was set for the following week.  Crew arrived ON TIME - they worked safely and quickly.  All the work was completed as promised.  The cleanup from taking down the trees was amazing.  I highly recommend their services!"
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Affordable Complete Tree Service, Inc - Home Facebook
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Iron River, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had some trees come down in a wind storm. They hung up in surrounding trees making the work too dangerous to attempt ourselves. Jami returned my request quickly and completed the job within a day or two. He kept me informed and did what was needed."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

After a big storm, you may not be sure if a tree was struck or not. Look for the telltale long scars, like strips or gouges in the bark of the tree, running in sometimes jagged lines down the length of the trunk. These scars will often show vulnerable living wood inside the tree. It’s also common to see scorched or wilted leaves on the side or top of the tree where lightning struck.

You should prune ornamental trees once every other year after the fruit has matured and begun to drop. You should also prune out dead branches whenever you see them. Pruning too often can stimulate more growth, especially in faster growing varieties like Bradford pears.

You need to remove all branches affected by Dutch elm disease. If your tree has several affected branches, you will probably need to remove the entire tree. First, consult a pro to be sure that you’ve correctly identified it as an elm tree. Make sure the tree is properly disposed of with a plastic covering or through debarking, chipping, or burning.

Transporting a fully-grown tree requires heavy equipment, typically specialized for the task. A tree spade is a truck-mounted tool that removes the tree from the ground in one location, transports it, and places it in a new hole in a new location. A combination of mechanized shovels and lifts is necessary to move very large trees, and the exact tools often depend on location and the surrounding area.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

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