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Q: What do I do if my neighbor is complaining about dead trees?

• <div><p>Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That&rsquo;s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don&rsquo;t pose any threat, you&rsquo;re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).</p><p>But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor&rsquo;s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it&rsquo;s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.</p></div>

Q: What should I do if my ornamental tree is damaged?

• <div><p>For Bradford pears, damage from storms is common, and if the trunk splits, it can pose a danger to people and surrounding structures. The best thing to do in that instance is to have the tree removed. If there&rsquo;s only minor damage to the branches, pruning away the damaged parts is the first order of business. You may also want to consult a professional arborist to make sure the tree is healthy.</p></div>

Q: Should I use a pruning seal for trees after trimming?

• <div><p>In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.</p></div>

Q: What is the typical duration for removing a tree from commercial properties?

• <div><p>Most tree removals take 3-8 hours, requiring additional time for stump grinding or debris hauling.</p></div>

Q: What tools do I need for tree removal?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/4-tools-used-tree-removal.htm">best tools for tree removal</a> 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&rsquo;t be effective for medium to large trees. </p></div>

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Last update on December 14, 2024

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Casey and his crew is top rate superlative job
Diamond Roofing & Solar
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Reviewed in April 2024
Chad, Dale, Andy, and the team were amazing. We had a super tight schedule, and they delivered! They excavated for a yurt (mountainyurt.com), septic, driveway, and even built a berm. Chad is a smart guy, and the whole crew are experts with their equipment. We would use them again no...
Standish Excavation, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
They did an excellent job of flooring my kitchen and I'm very pleased. I plan on hiring them again for additional work. Keep up the wonderful work guys! Robert
Early Finishers LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Absolutely amazing job by this company, he has two young gentleman they do an awesome job. They are Very respectful. And stayed working the entire time. Highly suggest this company as they do the repairs and work, right the first time. Very Impressed with the crew this company has working them.
Spartan Gutter Guards
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Reviewed in March 2023
The work was done as you asked for.
Standish Excavation, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
They did great quality of work. It was fairly priced. They were knowledgeable and great to work with. I highly recommend them.
Mill Creek Contractors
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Reviewed in June 2020
David and his guys came in and got right to work and finished the job ahead of schedule. Did a super job in removing trees and trimming others. Cleaned everything up. This job would have taken my husband and I several weekends. David and his guys did it in one day. Great Job. I will hire them...
Big Elm Services, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2020
Max is honest, hardworking, conscientious, and very detailed in his work. He is an expert at woodwork!
Max Woods
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Reviewed in June 2015
We have been going to them for 15-16 years or longer. When we make an appointment they take us in. Unless they come across something that has to be fixed we are in and out of there in a relatively short time. We are happy with them and they are very professional.
Yellowstone Country Motors
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Reviewed in May 2015
<p>He said it would be finished in 10 days, in 45 days the 10x5 area was finally demo'ed and he almost had most of the framing done. </p> <p>Very, Very Slow- Would not recommend this construction company for a by the hour job. After asking him for an estimate of where we were at for several...
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Skyline Deck & Fence, Inc.

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Serving Emigrant, MT and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

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"Skyline Deck rebuilt 2 decks for us and redesigned and built a front porch! The craftsmanship is second to none and they were consistent, friendly and timely on all of the projects!"

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"It is very rare that I see someone work as hard as Greg did. He was very detail oriented and consistent in his work. I know I will be using him again in the future."

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Serving Emigrant, MT and surrounding areas

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"Katie has been cleaning our rain gutters once a year now for several years. This is a house with a high steep pitched roof so it's not an easy task. She always gives me a call in advance and she's very dependable. She helps my old man brain out by giving me a reminder each fall. Katie is hard working young entrepreneur who is forging her way! Give her a call you can't go wrong."

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Taylor Fork Landscaping

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Serving Emigrant, MT and surrounding areas

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Taylor Fork Landscaping LLC is a full service landscaping contractor in the gallstones valley. We offer full service design, build, and maintain of landscaping projects for residential or commercial properties.

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Shockify Solutions LLC

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Lifetime Master Electrician, licensed in Montana and Minnesota. Business limited to electrical repairs and troubleshooting

Serving Emigrant, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

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"Very fast , professional . On time to the dot, great cleanup."

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MSC Excavation Facebook

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Serving Emigrant, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"The owner Thad did a great job! He trimmed my tree and also did yard cleanup and gutter cleaning! Was so nice to hire one person to take care of everything I needed done!"

Response time1 day

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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High Plains Handyman LLC

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Serving Emigrant, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

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"I highly recommend High Plains Handyman! I had them come in to perform an array of work; from finishing up small tasks like hanging pictures and hardware to repairing my garage door. They were able to quickly add me to their schedule and completed the task timely and professionally."

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Integrity LandscapeLLC

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Serving Emigrant, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Everything went well and smooth. I had no problems with this company."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Emigrant, MT and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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Offers commercial services

"Job was done quickly and very much what I needed done. Easton was very professional and knowledgeable. I will be hiring this company again for my next project when it's time."

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

For Bradford pears, damage from storms is common, and if the trunk splits, it can pose a danger to people and surrounding structures. The best thing to do in that instance is to have the tree removed. If there’s only minor damage to the branches, pruning away the damaged parts is the first order of business. You may also want to consult a professional arborist to make sure the tree is healthy.

In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.

Most tree removals take 3-8 hours, requiring additional time for stump grinding or debris hauling.

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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