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Avatar for Above The Horizon Tree Service
Above The Horizon Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Zeeland, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Customers say: Quality work

"Eric, and his team did not only do an excellent job removing the dead tree in my yard, but showed up on time with professionalism and excellent communication. They were quick clean and precise. I will be only using their services from now on and recommend them to all people needing tree work in my area."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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GRIND PROS LLC
5.0(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Zeeland, MI and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired grind pros to remove a stump in my front yard. It's a small front yard with a LARGE maple tree that had been an eye sore for years. Justin got it out of there in an afternoon with ease. He was extremely professional and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend grind pros for stump removal services."
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bernal Landscape Managment
4.7(
6
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Tree Removal - For Business

Serving Zeeland, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very knowledgeable about both landscaping and landscape construction, and were able to fix a big problem area and make it completely beautiful."
Block Retaining Wall
Block Retaining Wall
Timber Retaining Wall
Timber Retaining Wall
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carlson Concrete Construction, LLC
3.4(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Zeeland, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kevin is extremely professional and knows what he is doing. I had to have 22 2â x 2â patio stones installed and leveled out. It has been professionally done and I am extremely very well pleased with what he did. I would highly recommend him to anyone including my closest friend or relative thatâ s how much I trust him and admire his work"
Response time1 day
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Austin Stone
5.0(
2
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Zeeland, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

"He did a great job. I recommend him to anyone looking for a complete and thorough clean up. Left the yard in beautiful shape. Very friendly and efficient. Thanks Austin for a job well done"
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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C&C Plants and Landscape
3.0(
2
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Tree Trimming

Serving Zeeland, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have taken great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.

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.

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.

Leaving the tree stump and letting it rot is never a good idea, as this leads to insect infestations and other frustrations. Additionally, decomposing trunks are at risk for diseases that spread out to the remaining plants and trees in the yard, thus ruining your whole outdoor aesthetic. It's usually best to remove the stump at the same time you remove the tree.

Pruning is an effective way to prevent a diseased branch from infecting the rest of the tree. If the infection isn’t caught early enough and the pathogen has spread to the trunk or the majority of the branches though, it is too late to prune off the affected areas and you’ll likely need to remove the tree.

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