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K&S Quality Landscape & Tree Care LLC
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Serving Slater, MO and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired them to remove a hanging tree branch tangled in power lines and while they were there to get the debris pile out of my yard. They had a low bid and they were able to get to me the same day! They told me they also do landscaping. I’ll probably be hiring them again in the future. Oh, and they didn’t just get the debris pile, they raked all the sticks up from the whole yard!"
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Economy Tree Trimming, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Slater, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very personable service and excellent results. Ryan provided an affordable quote on the spot. The work was completed promptly and my property was left in super clean condition - proud to have their sign in my yard! I have them in my list of contacts for future projects.; I appreciate being able to support a local business."
Hallsville
Columbia mo
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Oak removal

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Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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MISSOURI STUMP GRINDING COMPANY LLC
5.0(
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Serving Slater, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Missouri Stump Grinding gave me the best price out of all the bids I received. They arrived on the exact date and time that we discussed and were incredibly polite and professional. I would highly recommend them for all your stump grinding and tree service needs."
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+4

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GS Outdoor Service's, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Slater, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"he did everything he said he would do in a timely manner, he treated my time to be as valuable as his own and he did not act like he was doing me a favor by taking on the job. I was somewhat disappointed in the quality of the sod, it was extremely dry. this was in no way the fault of the landscaper, if I knew who provided the sod I would write a review of their product. my front yard looks very nice and my neighbors have said how good it looks"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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National Complete Tree Care, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Slater, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had a big row of grown up bushes with stuff grown up in them trimmed back down and thinned out. Did an amazing job made it look great. Very respectful and professional group of guys that know exactly what they're doing. Having them come back soon to remove a split/dead tree out of my front yard"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, no, tree topping isn’t a good technique, and you should avoid using it in most cases. Tree topping may be the only good option to save a tree following severe damage after a storm, but in most other cases, it’s not the right choice. Tree topping can leave trees vulnerable to disease and further damage, and most pros will suggest against it.

While the fastest way to kill a tree is to simply cut it down, there are several other methods to choose from. You should hire a professional tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure your personal and property safety. Some slower but effective options include treating or grinding the tree stump or using a basal bark treatment. 

A few signs a tree may be dead is if the leaves are dead and there are no signs of new blooms. You can also perform a scratch test on some of the branches to check the condition of the cambium layer beneath the bark.

If it is green, it is still alive, but if several are dry, brittle, and brown, the tree may be dying or dead. Always consult an arborist before assuming your tree is dead because you may be able to save it.

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.

Whether you should remove the roots of a dead tree depends on whether they’re damaging nearby areas. For instance, if the roots continue to grow near sidewalks, driveways, or the foundation of your home, they can cause damage. If you want to plant something else in that spot, removing the roots can make it easier for the new tree or plant to grow.

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