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Rivetts Tree Service
4.6(
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Serving Brainerd, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a fantastic job removing several small trees and trim several large trees for me. They are professional, easy to work with and very accommodating. I’ll hire them again."
Rivetts tree service
Rivetts tree service
Rivetts tree service
Rivetts tree service
Rivetts tree service

+4

Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Stangls Stumps, LLC
4.9(
31
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Serving Brainerd, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were hired to take down two big trees. Joe came out promptly for a quote, he was very knowledgeable, and reasonable. They did a wonderful job on the trees and clean up was great. We would definitely hire them again for any tree needs."
Oak removal
Oak removal
Oak removal
Oak removal
Response time7 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Leaf Legends, LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Brainerd, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

At Leaf Legends, LLC, we pride ourselves on being a trusted tree company in Bowlus, MN. With over 10 years of experience, we've built a strong reputation for customer satisfaction through our commitment to quick estimates, attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Our services are designed to meet both residential and commercial needs, ensuring your trees and landscape stay healthy and safe year-round.\n\nWe offer a full range of tree services, including tree removal for those unwanted or hazardous trees, as well as tree pruning and trimming to maintain the health and appearance of your trees. Additionally, our stump grinding services will leave your yard looking clean and smooth by removing unsightly stumps. To keep your trees thriving, we provide extensive tree health and disease management, focusing on preventing and treating diseases that could harm your trees.\n\n\n

Giant maple removal
Giant maple removal
Giant maple removal
Giant maple removal
Giant maple removal

+5

Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Meadow View Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
10
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Serving Brainerd, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Cliff and his whole crew were very courteous, customer oriented and did a wonderful job. Left the yard and gardens in perfect condition. We will definitely recommend Meadow View Tree Service to friends and family. We are very happy with the job they did."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SFC Terrain Works
5.0(
7
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Serving Brainerd, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired SFCterrainworks to remove several large trees and to remove a large brush pile. Excellent work all around! Very considerate through every step and very competitive pricing. I have used other contractors in the past for comparison. I highly recommend SFCTerrainworks."
Sand piles
Spread and compacted
Powerrake attachment
After Compaction.
Gravel driveway TLC.

+2

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

A tree branch should start to form roots in about three months. It can take about a year for a tree branch to develop roots strong enough to go in the ground. For best results, start several branches because, no matter how closely you follow instructions, they won’t all form roots. Compost any that aren’t thriving.

You can hire a professional arborist or tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure safety, prevent property damage, and comply with all the local regulations. It’s highly advisable to always hire a professional, as tree removal can be extremely dangerous, especially for large or damaged trees. Certified arborists or tree removal experts have the proper equipment, training, and insurance to do the job safely and efficiently. They can also handle cleanup, stump removal, and obtaining the necessary permits.

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

Tree roots don’t necessarily break through concrete on their own, but they can certainly take advantage of existing cracks, even very small ones. As roots grow, they expand the cracks, making them larger and leading to serious and costly foundation damage. It’s a good idea to have repairs on any foundation cracks you’re concerned about.

Yes, you should trim the lower branches of your maple tree for safety. Trimming maple trees as they grow helps lift the crown and canopy and trains it to grow straight up. A good rule of thumb is to prune enough branches to leave 6 feet of clearance under the tree.

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