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Ramirez Tree Care LLC
4.8(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Leonard, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ramirez Tree Care LLC has a professional, caring staff who worked with us to take care of the aftermath of a storm in a really helpful, timely manner. They even worked with us to complete the entire job within our budget. I highly recommend them!!"
Response time4 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Garcia Landscape & Tree Service LLC
5.0(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Leonard, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Garcia Landscape and Tree Service did a fantastic job for us -removing a tree and trimming 7 or 8 other trees ( Maple Trees and Bradford Pears). They were efficient, cleaned up well and made sure we were totally satisfied. I would highly recommend Alex Garcia and his team."
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Tree removal
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Tip Top Tree Care
5.0(
15
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Leonard, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"Absolutely amazing job well done! Cody and his crew we so prof!emely old and multiple branches hung over our house (neighbors tree) they removed the large branches, cleaned up so not even a leaf was left. Very personable and so easy to work with. Ill hire them any time"
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Addison Tree & Outdoor Services
4.5(
16
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Leonard, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Steve is great to work with! He has been to my home 3 times over the last 4 years for tree removal and trimming. Excellent job at a reasonable price. Everything is cleaned up at the end of the job and typically does the little extras that mean so much. I highly recommend him!"
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Branch by branch
Team effort

+3

Response time3 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Big Lake Tree Service
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Leonard, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They have done multiple trees and stumps at my house. Always on time, clean up. Very reasonable on price. Well over 10 trees and 15 stumps so far. Will continue to hire them for any tree work."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Stump Grinding

+16

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

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.

Surface-level tree roots might only pose a small threat, such as being a tripping hazard or obstacle when you mow your lawn. But if mature tree roots start growing in the direction of your home’s foundation or plumbing system, it could be a real problem. Cutting small tree roots out before they grow too large can keep your home safe without removing the whole tree.

If you’re wondering whether you can plant a tree where the stump was removed, know that the soil conditions won’t be ideal, so you should avoid it. The soil beneath the previous tree will likely be depleted of nutrients, plus there may be roots left behind that will seriously hinder the growth of a new tree. Also, if you use salt or other chemical solutions to kill the stump, these can linger in the soil for months or even years and prevent healthy growth. It’s best to choose a different spot that’s at least three feet away for a new tree, or wait at least a year and thoroughly amend the soil before you plant.

Aim to have your trees inspected and pruned in early spring. At this point in the year, tree service professionals can note where there is old growth from winter and cut that back to encourage new growth for the rest of the year. Pruning at the wrong time of the year could make your trees prone to diseases.

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