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Avatar for Expert Tree Service and Science
Expert Tree Service and Science
4.8(
442
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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
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Geo Tree Service
5.0(
36
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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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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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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%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Warner's Outdoor Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
550
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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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%
280 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stump Jumpers MN
4.8(
19
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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%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brad's Tree and Stump Removal
4.7(
13
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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

There are two types of arborists: certified and consulting. A certified arborist is licensed and equipped to provide tree pruning, planting, fertilizing, monitoring, transplanting, treatment, and removal services. A consulting arborist specializes in tree appraisals, diagnosing problems and recommending treatments for illnesses. However, they will not provide these services themselves. Most consulting arborists are certified arborists who can refer you to a tree service that can administer the correct treatments.

In most ways, palm trees are incredibly low-maintenance. They don’t need a ton of water—which is why they’re so beloved in desert regions—and they basically prune themselves. But they do need an ample supply of sunlight and to be in soil that will allow for proper drainage so that their roots don’t become waterlogged and at risk of developing illnesses.

If the plant begins to wilt, develop spots, or change color, these could all be signs that your palm tree has a disease. But a few basic treatments, like pruning and applying fungicide, will usually be more than enough to return it to perfect health.

Aim to have your trees inspected and pruned in early spring. At this point in the year, tree service professionals can note where there is old growth from winter and cut that back to encourage new growth for the rest of the year. Pruning at the wrong time of the year could make your trees prone to diseases.

The best time to cut down a tree is during its dormant season, typically in winter or early spring, after all the leaves have fallen. Removing a tree during this period is advantageous for several reasons. Frozen ground helps secure the tree stump, protects the surrounding landscape from damage, and reduces the risk of the tree falling in an unintended direction. With the leaves gone, there is less risk of the tree's foliage getting tangled with other trees. Additionally, since this is often a slower season for tree services, you may be able to hire a professional at a lower rate. This dormant period is also the best time for tree trimming.

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

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