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NRE Excavating
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving West Branch, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Would hire again. Actually showed up unlike other people. Reasonable price. My wife was the one who conversed with them and she said “very polite, understanding, down to earth people who she will hire again in the future.”"
Home Demolition
Home Demolition
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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NATO Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving West Branch, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience, great company, gets the job done quickly! Troy is a very hard worker and great communication skills I always kept me in the loop on the tree removal. Very pleased with his work highly recommend to anyone looking to get tree work done"
Response time4 days
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nick's Tree Service
4.6(
53
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving West Branch, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

"I had a tree that was in immediate danger of causing major damage due to a snapped limb. I put in a message on a Sunday morning and he responded within minutes. Came out and gave me an estimate within an hour and the tree was down the next day. Nick and his crew could not have done a better job with timeliness and cleanup. Would hire again for sure!"
Equipment
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Trimming
Nicks Tree Service

+3

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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The Eager Beaver Tree Service
4.8(
25
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving West Branch, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very conscientious about removing the tree in a safe manner and not damaging the house or surrounding area. They arrived promptly when they said they would, both for the estimate and for the removal. They cleaned up the debris well after all their work. They do a great job and have very fair prices. Two neighbors hired them after seeing their work."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.)

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

No, homeowners insurance typically does not cover the cost of removing a dead, sick, or rotting tree that is still standing. Insurance is designed to protect against sudden and unexpected accidents, whereas a tree dying or rotting over time is considered a maintenance issue. Coverage usually only applies after a tree has fallen and caused damage to your property.

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.

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.

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