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Wiseman Tree Experts
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Saint Johns, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience. They are knowledgeable, friendly, professional, and reasonable. They did exactly what I wanted done, and some of it was pretty tricky. I'd use them again in a heartbeat."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Hamby Empire LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Saint Johns, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Contractors were on time, professional and very friendly. I live in Mississippi and my mom live in Michigan, so I was trying to find a trustworthy contractor to do the work. Not only did they complete the work they came back to ensure it was clean."
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+4

53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Notch Tree Care
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Saint Johns, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It is always a pleasure to work with true professionals. Jeremiah and his crew were just that. He knows a lot about trees (he is a certified arborist---not all tree trimmers are) and answered all my questions, submitted an estimate promptly, showed up when he said he would, and cleaned up afterwards. I will certainly call Top Notch again when I need any tree work done."
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Response time40 mins
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Red Oak Stump Grinding
5.0(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Saint Johns, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Dan, the owner, promptly responded to my request and came the same day. He and his crew member did an excellent job, quickly, efficiently snd left the site spic and span. I highly recommend Red Oak Stump Grinding."
Large walnut
massive catalpa stump
large white pine
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

You’ll have to balance up the cost, the value of the tree (sentimental or otherwise), and the risk factors. An experienced arborist will help you understand whether transplanting is likely to be successful. The cost and hassle of transplanting a large, well-established tree are often not worth it, especially if the species is fast-growing and easy to source. The decision depends on the age and species of the tree, the conditions in the new site location, and how careful the company is when digging out and moving the tree.

Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.

It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.

Some fast-acting products can rot a tree stump in four to six weeks. Keep in mind, these products contain harsh chemicals that may prevent regrowth in the area. Other products, like fertilizer that contains lots of nitrogen, can enhance the process and rot a stump in about a year. (This is compared to the ten years it can take naturally for a stump to rot.)

Leaving a dead tree can expose your other trees to potential diseases, pests, and fungi, and it can also be a hazard. If your tree is dead, then you should hire a tree maintenance service to remove it. Cutting down trees is extremely dangerous, and a professional can ensure no one gets hurt and there is no damage to your property. Tree removal costs between $200 and $2,000 and will prevent future issues and keep you and your property safe.

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