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Avatar for Austco Tree Service
Austco Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great work at a fair price, I will definitely hire Anthony and his crew next time I need tree work done."
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Kingdom Lawn Services
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Isiah was very helpful with what I needed. Was ther with in a few hours and took care if the job cleanly and effectively. Would hire him again."
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R&D Lawn Care and Landscape
2.9(
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Trees and Shrubs - Trim or RemoveTrees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove - For Business

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Showed up on time and did a good job. Will use for our next seasonal clean up"
Response time1 day
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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DryRidge Tree Works
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Carthage, 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

Response time1 day
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Bill's Best Mowing Service
New to Angi
Tree Trimming

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Revolution Tree Services
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose and crew removed a large and dying oak tree very near a patio. Showed up when promised and did an excellent job. The price was better than others. I have recommended them to friends."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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T&M Lawn Care, Landscaping & Stump Removal
4.9(
9
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Carthage, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Left the yard looking great . Cleaned up all the mess and raked the stump hole level. They used a protective panel to shield my house during the grinding process. They were the cheapest bid but this was the best stump grinding experience that Iâ ve had. I will hire them again if I need this service in the future!"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

Unless there’s some sort of rule in your community’s homeowners’ association that requires you to remove a stump, there’s no law that says you have to take it out. If you’re not wedded to the idea of removing it, there are plenty of ways to get creative with this tree remnant. Using the stump as the medium for a wood carving or turning it into a planter are just two examples of ways to repurpose a tree stump.

Salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, and burning can all help dissolve a tree stump. You can also bury the tree stump in soil or mulch to help it rot naturally. Killing a tree stump prevents future regrowth, but you may also remove it by digging it out or grinding it.

Burning a tree stump can be effective, but it comes with safety considerations and isn’t always best for every situation. It's essential to check local regulations and assess the safety risks involved. Stumps that are near wooden structures or other non-moveable flammable objects aren’t good candidates for burning due to the risk of the fire spreading. Alternatives like grinding or a DIY stump rotting project might be safer and quicker for getting the job done.

The best tools for tree removal include a chainsaw for large trees, an ax for notching and cutting down small trees, and a wedge to help control the direction a tree falls in. A hatchet can be useful for very small trees, but won’t be effective for medium to large trees. 

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