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Avatar for I-Haul 4U
I-Haul 4U
4.8(
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Saint Pauls, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would rate them +10 if I could. This is an incredible company. Excellent work ethics, attention to detail, recommendations, friendly workers. They've done everything we wanted and then some. We had our entire fence replaced, from wood to vinyl upgrade, had a new, larger deck built, yard cleanup. Everything is looking fantastic. Can't say enough about Joe & his crew. Would definitely recommend this company for all"
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Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Valley Lawncare
4.9(
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Tree Trimming

Serving Saint Pauls, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Project: Replaced 6ft wooden fence They did an amazing job. They were very professional and worked hard. I was very impressed and pleased. I will use them again."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Surplus Logistics LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Saint Pauls, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and friendly service! I would highly recommend them. Not only do they do debris removal but lot clearing and ground work services. They take pride in their work and quickly establish themselves as the best!"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It may not be worth it to rake every leaf in your yard, but it’s necessary to remove the majority of leaves to prevent them from smothering grass growth on your lawn. However, raking leaves isn’t your only option for leaf removal. You can remove leaves easily with a leaf blower or compost or mulch them with your lawn mower to repurpose them to help grow your garden or yard.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

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