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Avatar for Expert Tree Service and Science
Expert Tree Service and Science
4.8(
442
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+7 more

Serving Forest Lake, 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
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Geo Tree Service
5.0(
36
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Forest Lake, 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(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Forest Lake, 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 time11 hrs
Response rate99%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Natural Effect Landscape Design and Tree Care
5.0(
16
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Tree Trimming

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick knows and loves trees and really impressed me with his professionalism and job quality. A true expert, highly recommend."
Landscape and Tree work
Landscape and Tree work
Landscape and Tree work
Landscape and Tree work
Landscape and Tree work

+3

Response time12 hrs
Response rate99%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trees Et Cetera LLC
4.8(
23
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had nine trees removed by this company. Jim did a great job at a very reasonable price. Highly recommend this company."
Pine removal with crane
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Warner's Outdoor Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
550
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This crew did an AMAZING job! Three guys were here for eight hours; mowing, trimming tree branches and weed eating our few acres and along the lake shore. EXTREMELY happy customer, we would definitely hire them again and refer them to anyone! Eddie, the crew supervisor was very meticulous and helpful!! THANK YOU!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!"
This paver patio with fire pit and sitting wall
Lawn Restoration
Backyard Water Feature
Gas Fire Table
Trimming/Pruning Trees

+4

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
306 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stump Jumpers MN
4.8(
19
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Stump Jumpers is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. WE ONLY GRIND STUMPS. WE DO NOT CUT TREES DOWN.\n\n\nretired Stump Grinder

Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Romero Landscape & Tree Service
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great company! Great workers! Awesome job! And squeaky clean afterwards!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brad's Tree and Stump Removal
4.7(
13
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Brad's Tree and Stump Removal is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\nWe have a Grade A+ Rating with the Better Business Bureau!

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Brads tree stumpremoval

+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Whether tree roots will continue to grow after a tree has been cut down depends on the species. Some tree roots will eventually die because they can no longer get nutrients through photosynthesis. However, other species that reproduce through root sprouts can continue to grow and produce new sprouts for seven years or more. For example, the roots of elms, ficus, and willows tend to regrow aggressively, while the roots of pines, oaks, and maples will typically die. To determine if a root system is still active, look for new sprouts on the old trunk, stump, or any exposed roots.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Ideally, you should wait to prune until trees have gone dormant in late fall to early winter. The worst times to prune trees are early fall and late summer, as pruning them so close to dormancy makes it difficult for the tree recover before it goes dormant for the season.

The felling notch you make before you make the final cut will determine which way the tree will fall. The cut will be in a wedge or triangle, and the tree will fall from the highest point of the triangle. You can use this, as well as the process described above, to estimate where a tree will fall. 

There are a few instances in which removing a tree is the best option. You might do this if the tree looks to be a major danger—potentially falling onto your home, your car, or other parts of your property—or it’s diseased beyond repair. A tree that is growing too close to your house might need to be removed to prevent mold growth.

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