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McCormick Superior Firewood
New to Angi
Tree Removal

Serving Carterville, MO and surrounding areas

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Family owned and operated firewood supplier. I sell both bundles and ricks depending on the need of the customers. Another service we offer here is tree clean and brush clean up. Have one cut down, bad weather, a branch down, or limbs, I do that too!

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DryRidge Tree Works
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Carterville, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible tree trimming and land clearing solutions. Whether you're preparing a site for construction, reclaiming overgrown property, or removing or trimming trees, our experienced team delivers precision and care with every job. With top-tier equipment and a commitment to customer satisfaction, we help you clear the way for your next big project. Reach out to us today and get a quote. We would love to help you!\n\n* We Do USE LARGE EQUIPMENT( SKID STEER) MUST HAVE ROOM AND BE OKAY TO ENTER EXIT YARDS IF PROJECT IS IN YARD

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Bill's Best Mowing Service
New to Angi
Tree Trimming

Serving Carterville, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 1969

Free estimates

Bill's Best Lawn Mowing Service is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 50 years of experience serving Joplin, MO and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

There are a few general rules to follow that will help you prune your trees correctly. One of the most important rules is to prune during the correct season for the type of tree you have. Typically, pruning should be during late winter. For younger trees, you should not remove more than a ⅓ of the tree's crown when pruning. Also, remember to remove dead and diseased branches first, then proceed with pruning the rest of the tree.

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

Generally, you do not have the right to take fruit from a neighbor's tree, even if the branches overhang your property. The fruit is considered the property of the tree's owner. While you may have the right to trim branches that cross into your yard, the fruit on them typically still belongs to your neighbor. However, laws can vary by state and municipality. In some areas, branches that extend into your yard or trees that straddle a property line may entitle you to some of the fruit. The best course of action is to speak with your neighbor, as they may be happy to share. If a conversation is not possible, check your local regulations before picking any fruit.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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