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Avatar for Expert Tree Service and Science
Expert Tree Service and Science
4.8(
444
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+7 more

Serving Stillwater, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The sales/estimate was great, the arborist was knowledgable and the estimate accurately included details of the job. The actual service was also great, the lead on the job met with me and reviewed the plan to ensure the pruning would be what was bit and expected. The crew was professional and cleanup was excellent. The price (with the Angies List discount) was on par with similar bids from companies with the same experience and arborists on staff. The only difficultly was with the scheduling post estimate. The estimate was given in January, but company could not commit to when the job would be scheduled (likely because of the their backlog). This is understandable, but we would have preferred to have been given a solid date at the end of their backlog; rather we were told we'll call a week before we can get you in. Given pruning oaks is a time sensitive service, this almost made us go with another company that could commit to a solid date."
Fall/Winter Oak Pruning
Rigging a 20 inch limb over a garden
Response time10 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Arbor Barber, Inc.
4.6(
299
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Stillwater, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called at 8;30 am and a rep from Arbor Barber was out within the hour. The team showed up about an hour later and completed the work. The team was quick, efficient and left my yard like nothing had ever happened. Price was very reasonable. I would highly recommend Arbor Barber!!"
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+22

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for 1-2 Tree Lawn & Landscape
1-2 Tree Lawn & Landscape
5.0(
43
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Stillwater, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Todd was so easy to work with. Completely knowledgeable about trees as he is an arborist. He listened to what we wanted to get done and made suggestions based on his vast experience. He took notes as we walked around during the estimating process and when he and his crew came to do the work, we walked around again and talked through what needed to be done with every tree. His pricing was very fair and he and his crew worked very hard, effeciently and did an excellent job cleaning up all the debri from the trimming. Our yard is transformed from a very overgrown look to a beautiful park like yard. I would highly recommend 1-2 Tree to for any tree trimming or removal needs."
Cottonwood Removal 45 Ton Crane
Silver Maple 30 Ton Crane
National Cemetery
Removal close to house
Starting

+9

Response time2 days
Response rate99%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Minnesota Nice Tree Service
Minnesota Nice Tree Service
5.0(
17
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Tree Removal

Serving Stillwater, 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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Reach Tree Service
4.8(
33
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Stillwater, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A very bad storm struck our city and blew down a lot of trees all over the county.  I had 3 trees down and one
teetering dangerously over our house.  My husband was out of town.  I immediately started calling tree services from the
yellow pages and let them know my dilemma.  I was having to just leave messages at each of them.  "Reach's" owner called me back quickly and said that he, personally, would come over right away to assess the situation.  He agreed with me that this large limb needed to be removed quickly before someone, or my house, was hurt.  He quickly started working on it himself while he was waiting for the rest of his crew to help.  They ended up doing some other tree trimming while they were at it.  I think they got another 5-6 jobs from people watching and wanting them to do their yards too.  Everyone that used them were extremely happy!
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+39

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for Anderson Tree Service MN
Anderson Tree Service MN
5.0(
30
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Stillwater, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding service from Jess at Anderson Tree Service. He cut down a pine tree and trimmed up a few trees for me. Jess was professional, friendly and very efficient. I highly recommend him and will definitely be using him again."
Finishing removal
De-limbing
De-limbing
Cutting tree
Response time11 hrs
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Warner's Outdoor Solutions, Inc.
4.3(
556
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Stillwater, 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%
518 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.

It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.

The exact answer to this question depends on which region of the country you’re talking about, but according to various tree counts, some of the most common types of trees in the United States include red maple, Douglas fir, quaking aspen, loblolly pine, and sweetgum.

You can use the formula mentioned earlier to calculate the depth of tree roots. Each inch of width of a tree trunk translates to six inches of depth within the root system. Large trees extend anywhere from 2 to 6 feet into the ground, with some magnificent specimens going even deeper.

Unfortunately, palm tree stumps are one of the most difficult types to remove due to how their roots grow. Unlike other trees, palm tree roots grow horizontally and vertically. Palm tree roots grow as deep as three feet into the ground, although soil and growing conditions could mean they go as far as 50 inches into the earth. 

If you want to be able to repurpose the grass in the area where you removed a stump later, you’ll have to dig quite deep—and perhaps wide—to trim away all the roots.

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.

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