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Grass Hunters Lawn and Tree Service LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Waynesville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hunter and his crew did a very good job and was very professional in their conduct and worked they performed while here. They took down two large trees that were very close to house and did so without any property damage was able to stack the debris so I can take care of it later. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this company for your tree removal. You will be very happy with their results."
Response time2 days
Response rate87%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Waynesville, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The company responded promptly and maintained their working schedule as promised. They fell short in the details of completion: not all of the the usable firewood of 6” and greater diameter was cut into 18” lengths as promised, requiring me to complete the job. Despite that, their prices were reasonable."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ritzco Tree Care
4.7(
32
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Waynesville, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Price quoted was double that of local competitors. That said, he was driving 30 miles to do the job, was very knowledgeable and professional, with great attention to detail. If there's any problem with my selected contractor, Ritzco Tree Care will get the job in spite of the price. All local tree services' prices were in the same ball park, about half of Ritzco. That might just be Waynesville contractors trying to keep Rolla contractors away. Ritzco's price was very close to what I expected for a licensed, insured, certified trees service employing at least one arborist. If that proves to not be true, as mentioned, I'll cancel the local contract and move to Ritzco."
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Rizco Tree Care
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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Above It All Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
13
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Waynesville, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had 6 ash trees that needed to be removed due to emerald ash borer infestation. They did a fantastic job. All trees and debris were removed and the yard was left in excellent condition. i would not hesitate to call them again."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Only trim palm trees as needed, which is usually about once per year. However, don't stick to that schedule if the palm tree doesn't need it. Avoid trimming palm trees when possible. It’s best to trim palm trees only when you notice a buildup of dead fronds. That said, leave the brown fronds during the dormant season because this organic matter helps protect the tree from the cooler weather.

Yes, it can be good to remove dead branches from trees. Dead branches can lead to rot in other areas of the tree. They can also cause damage if they fall on a house, shed, fence, car, pool, or other structure or property. However, it’s important that dead branch removal is done safely. If the branch is high in a tree or requires a lift or ladder to access, consider calling a professional tree removal company, as they will have the experience and equipment to do the job safely.

It will take you anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours per tree stump to grind and remove the stump from the ground. The larger the size, the longer it will take to remove the stump. Also, keep in mind that rocky soil may require local excavation services to loosen up large boulders before you can begin to remove the tree stump.

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.

Lightning can cause massive damage, fires, and openings for other threats like bugs or fungal diseases. Barring any large fires or explosions, it’s difficult to tell how much damage a lightning strike has done until after a thorough inspection. Contact local authorities immediately if lightning strikes a tree in your yard and it causes a fire or explosion.

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