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Avatar for Hall's Tree Service, LLC
Hall's Tree Service, LLC
4.6(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hall's Tree Service, LLC, is a family owned and operated business. We are proud to offer our services in the West Michigan area including Kent, Ottawa, Allegan and Muskegon counties, We are your solution for all your tree care needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed, there will be no question on who to call. Satisfaction guaranteed!

My jobs
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Overhaul Tree Service
5.0(
26
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A & D Outdoor Service
4.5(
160
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

A & D Outdoor Service, of Cedar Springs, MI is a professional company that aims to deliver a wide variety of outdoor services in the highest quality and personal manner in regard to customer and self-satisfaction. We can work on commercial or residential jobs at affordable rates. Committed to four seasons of service, we will work hard to keep your grounds safe and appealing. From stump grinding to storm damage cleanup, we can definitely get the job done. Note: **If you are looking for someone to purchase your trees or logs, please call a log buyer or lumber mill, as we do not buy trees. We also do not Plant trees. Thank you**

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Cherry tree removal - EGR
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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D & B Tree Service
4.8(
27
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

\n \nD & B Tree service is a locally owned and operated Tree Expert serving Howard City and the entire Montcalm county area and surrounding areas! who you can count on to care for you trees like they were our own! \n \nProviding a level of customer service that is rarely experienced, we promise you first-rate tree care services. From tree trimming and pruning to tree removal, we guarantee beautiful results, every time. \n \nBacked by more than 10 years of experience, we are your local tree care company, proudly providing premier services for local residents and business owners alike. Working to ensure your complete and total satisfaction, we utilize only the techniques and equipment that have proven to be safe and effective, allowing you to safely enjoy the beauty of your trees with confidence. \n \nWhether you have a line of shrubs that need to be removed or have a tree limb that is threatening power lines, call us today!

Tree work
Tree work
Tree work
Tree work
Tree work

+6

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
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GRIND PROS LLC
5.0(
18
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

GRIND PROS LLC is committed to providing reliable, high-quality workmanship with honest communication from start to finish. Founded in 2026, we take pride in treating every project as if it were our own, focusing on attention to detail, dependable service, and customer satisfaction. \n \nWhether your project is big or small, we work closely with you to understand your goals, provide clear expectations, and deliver results you can be proud of. Our mission is simple: show up on time, do the job right, and earn your trust through quality work and professionalism. \n

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R&M Tree Services LLC
4.6(
20
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

R&M Tree Services LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customer's interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Tree removal
Tree before
Response time2 days
Response rate90%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kokiri Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

KOKIRI TREE SERVICE, LLC is VETERAN-OWNED and operated and provides local, quality TREE SERVICE across West Michigan. We specialize in STORM DAMAGE, TREE REMOVAL, AND TRIMMING. If you have a tree you would like to have removed or trimmed, give us a call for a FREE ESTIMATE. \n616.401.6825

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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G & A LANDSCAPING
4.8(
12
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Tree Removal

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, \nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best \nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look \nforward to earning your business!

Mulching installation
Mulching installation
Fence
Mulch
Stone Installation

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Great Lakes Tree Service
4.9(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Great Lakes Tree Service is a professional and licensed tree service operating out of the Grand Rapids, MI area. We specialize in large and hazardous tree removals but also offer stump grinding, land clearing, tree trimming, storm damage clean up, and forestry mulching. Were a licensed and insured company that is comprised of professionals, including an ISA certified arborist.

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Equipment
Equipment

+3

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Wildwood Tree Care
Wildwood Tree Care
5.0(
7
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Rockford, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Wildwood Tree Care Veteran-Owned | Precision. Integrity. Roots That Run Deep. At Wildwood Tree Care, we bring military-grade dedication and discipline to the art of arboriculture. As a veteran-owned tree service company, we proudly serve our community with the same integrity, precision, and reliability we upheld in uniform. Whether it’s pruning, removal, storm cleanup, or long-term tree health management, we treat every yard like it's our own base of operations—clean, secure, and mission-ready.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, it is highly recommended to remove tree stumps. Leaving them in the ground can lead to several problems, as they are not only unsightly but can also reduce your property's value. Stumps can obstruct landscaping plans, make mowing difficult, and hinder new growth. More importantly, they are prime breeding grounds for pests like termites, ants, and mice, which can spread to your home and cause costly damage to its wood and foundation. Stumps also attract fungi and diseases that can infect other healthy trees and plants in your yard. As a stump decays, it might sprout new, unwanted shoots. While removing a stump is an investment, it prevents these potential issues and enhances the safety, health, and appearance of your landscape.

Dying trees and even dead trees can spread diseases to other living trees. There are many different types of tree diseases, so it’s essential to address the issue as soon as possible to prevent the disease from spreading to other healthy trees. If the tree cannot be saved and is infected, you need to have it removed to protect the other trees on your property.

Yes, forestry mulching can grind stumps, but the level of effectiveness depends on the equipment used. Drum mulchers can break down smaller stumps, but larger or deep-rooted stumps may require a dedicated stump grinder for complete removal. If full stump removal is necessary for replanting or construction, additional excavation may be needed. Always check with your forestry mulching provider to confirm whether they offer stump grinding and if their equipment is suitable for your specific needs.

The safest way to cut down a tree is to make sure you’re completely prepared and have done all the necessary safety checks, including double-checking your equipment is in good working order, you have plenty of clearance to fell the tree, you’re wearing all the safety gear, and you have a partner to help you (who should also be wearing safety gear). 

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

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