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Avatar for Midwest Tree Surgeons LLC
Midwest Tree Surgeons LLC
4.8(
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Serving Affton, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Midwest Tree Surgeons did a great job of removing a 60 year old sweet gum tree in our backyard. No damage was done to a chain link fence directly below one side, and they even relocated two, heavy, concrete bird baths until they were finished. The owner, Christian, is a licensed arborist and actually did all of the climbing. He even returned today, a Sunday, to remove chips left from the stump grinding. My only complaint was the ruts left in the lawn from their tractor tires. This company gave us the lowest bid, and I have already referred them to a friend."
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+26

Response time4 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for GENUINE LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING
GENUINE LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING
4.7(
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Serving Affton, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Credit card accepted

"Excellent! For $41 they mowed front/back lawn, trimmed, and blrw or removed m8st of lawn clippings. Very satisfied. Also offered me an excellent quote if I needed same service in the future."
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+40

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Metro Lawn Sprinklers & Landscapes
4.9(
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Serving Affton, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1991

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Emergency services offered

"I have had an annual lawn irrigation contract with Metro since they installed the system in 1999. It has always went well and I am expecting the same result in 2021. The technicians have always been on time, professional, efficient and knowledgeable. This is one company you can depend on to perform as advertised and in accordance with their contracts. I highly recommend them for your lawn irrigation needs and service for existing systems."
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Superior Lawn care
Landscaping and Lawn care needs

+1

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Baumann Tree, LLC
4.5(
80
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Serving Affton, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing communication, professionalism, and price. Trained arborists made short work of the job. They artfully worked around dangerous obstacles without incident or delay, taking the extra time to leave the work area cleaner than they found it. I was very impressed. The crew was not at all intimidated by navigating obstacles in the city. I will definitely be calling Baumann again for future jobs."
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+85

Response time2 days
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Jay's Firewood & Mulch, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Affton, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The work crew was phenominal. Before they left, they completely cleaned up the yard. Probably better that we would. They are hard workers and very cordial. I wish I had more trees and shrubs to remove!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate92%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A & M Tree Services LLC
4.9(
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Serving Affton, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great work. Showed up on time. Team hit the ground running. Due to space considerations and the size of the tree, the crew had to drop the tree manually. They moved yard “stuff” (birdbath , etc.) that might be in the trees path. Very professional. Team constantly raking and picking up debris. When they were done they left a very clean space behind, with no yard divots and only a little sawdust. We had a very large tree, and they had it down and out in four hours. Victor was our contact and he was very professional and explained every step of the process. Highly recommend. We are scheduling A & M for additional tree work in the fall."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

The best pro to hire for spraying trees is a tree maintenance specialist. These pros are well-versed in selecting the right spray treatment and applying it properly to ensure there’s no collateral damage to the tree or surrounding landscape. Many tree maintenance services employ certified arborists, but for these routine visits, the extra investment usually isn’t necessary.

A serrated knife will work for cutting off small palm tree fronds, about 1 inch in diameter. For larger fronds, you will need pruning shears. You may also use a pruning saw, and if your palm tree is especially tall, an extended pole saw can help you reach the brown fronds around the trunk.

You can shape a cherry tree by trimming vertical branches, dense branches, and intersecting branches. Your personal aesthetic comes into play, as well. If you want to simply thin and shape the tree, you can get away with trimming the aforementioned parts of your cherry tree. If you want to shorten branches, however, consider thinning cuts, which alter the length of the branches while encouraging light penetration, new buds and shoots, and a structurally-sound shape.

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. 

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