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Avatar for Expert Tree Service and Science
Expert Tree Service and Science
4.8(
441
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. Their initial time frame was long (they were scheduling up to two months out), but I mentioned I was hoping for sooner. When, four weeks in, they had a sudden opening, due to a job in my neighborhood finishing early, they called to arrange and were there within an hour. Late notice meant I could not be home, but the arborist reassured me by speaking with me on the phone. The tree pruning was smart and sensitive. When I expressed some disappointment with underprunung on a big shrub, the arborist arranged to come back to fix it the following week. Super responsive, willing to explain recommendations."
Fall/Winter Oak Pruning
Rigging a 20 inch limb over a garden
Response time10 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Minnesota Nice Tree Service
5.0(
17
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, courteous and prompt. Did an amazing job cleaning up the site both after taking the tree down and after grinding the stump. I will absolutely hire Minnesota Nice Tree Service again."
Tree Care
Tree Care
Tree Care
Before
Before

+15

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FC Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
76
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We requested a quote for a tree removal. He came the next day and gave us a very reasonable quote. We scheduled the service for the next day. He was on time and did an excellent job. I would highly recommend. We are also setting up lawn mowing service with him this summer."
FC Tree Service
FC Tree Service
FC Tree Service
FC Tree Service
FC Tree Service

+11

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Twins G tree Service
4.9(
71
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Twins G Tree Service to remove several dead trees on my property and to trim a few trees on my rental property. The consultation/quote process went very well. Darwin was on time and gave good advice. The crew did a great job and cleaned up well afterwards. I would definitely hire them again."
After done
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree Trimming
Tree removal

+58

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Geo Tree Service
5.0(
36
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Italo and his crew were great. He listened to what we wanted done, made suggestions and did an awesome job. The crew was polite, courteous and skilled in their trade. I couldnâ t be happier with my decision to hire Geo Tree Services- excellent quality and a great value! David Jass"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Anderson Tree Service MN
5.0(
25
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jess is the best. I had multiple trees that needed to come down & hauled away. Not only did he give me a great price, but he was able to do the work quickly! Thanks for the great work!"
Finishing removal
De-limbing
De-limbing
Cutting tree
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Peach Tree Care
4.7(
52
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and his brothers did a fantastic job trimming the trees at my home. I have wanted to get this job done for a long time and it looks so much better! They were timely, friendly and the price was fair. My neighbors liked them so much that they hired them too. I would absolutely recommend them for any tree work that you need done."
Various Jobs 2022
Various Jobs 2022
Various Jobs 2022
Various Jobs 2022
Various Jobs 2022

+13

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
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E.K. Movers and Disposal, LLC
4.5(
738
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Serving Columbus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eric was so quick to respond and complete the job for a great price. He is also SO friendly! I will definitely be calling him again for my hauling/disposal needs in the future and would recommend him to anyone for this type of work."
Junk removal
Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

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.

Burning a tree stump can be effective, but it comes with safety considerations and isn’t always best for every situation. It's essential to check local regulations and assess the safety risks involved. Stumps that are near wooden structures or other non-moveable flammable objects aren’t good candidates for burning due to the risk of the fire spreading. Alternatives like grinding or a DIY stump rotting project might be safer and quicker for getting the job done.

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.

While palm trees can bring aesthetic appeal to your yard, they have a couple of drawbacks. The main disadvantage is that many types require warm climates, so if you live in a cold region, you need to ensure you pick a palm that can withstand the freezing temperatures. Another downside is that maintenance can be difficult because of their height, which means you will need to pay a pro to prune the tree as needed.

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