When is the best time to prune a tree?

• <div><p>The ideal time to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/best-time-trim-trees.htm">prune a tree depends</a> on the type of tree. Typically, late winter or early spring is a good time to prune but isn't always the case for "towering trees." It's best to trim when trees are dormant and before blooms appear but can vary depending on the tree type. It's always best to research the type of tree or ask a professional tree trimmer to determine when is the perfect time to prune your tree.</p></div>

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Q: Why should you grind down a tree?

• <div><p>Grinding down a tree helps reduce the risk of foundation damage and pests and even helps your home&rsquo;s curb appeal. Stumps can also be a safety hazard. If grass grows above the stump and someone else mows your yard, they may be in for a rude awakening when they accidentally hit it. </p></div>

Q: Am I responsible if a tree falls on my neighbor’s property?

• <div><p>Often, it&rsquo;s the homeowner&rsquo;s responsibility to handle the aftermath when a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/my-neighbor-s-tree-fell-my-house-who-pays.htm">neighbor&rsquo;s tree falls on their property</a>. But if a tree has been obviously dead for a significant period of time and caused damage when it fell, a case can be made that the owner should have removed it, especially if the neighbor wrote you a letter about the tree or asked you to take it down. This can be grounds for a successful lawsuit in claims court and is a good reason to always pay attention to your trees and remove dead trees before they fall.</p></div>

Q: What kills trees quickly?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Q: What factors affect tree removal costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on tree height, trunk diameter, removal complexity, and required equipment.</p></div>

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Last update on April 26, 2026

Reviewed in April 2026
That did a great job.answered all our questions
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in April 2024
He's a professional drywall installer. He did light electrical work perfectly as well. He's a principled man and put his best into any project he works on irrespective of the size or amount of the project. Dependable and reliable. I'll hire him again!
C&C Painters LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
I was so very pleased with the work that Straight Edge Painting did for me and would highly recommend them. Everyone I spoke with concerning the job was friendly and professional. The painters did a great job with the cabinet painting. They were respectful of my property, were careful as they...
Dream Land Painters
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Reviewed in August 2022
Only disappointment is it isn't really stump "removal" but rather stump leveling to a few inches below ground level. I would definitely hire again knowing clearly exactly what services I would be buying. If I need the stump "removed", so I can plant in the area, I would hire someone else to...
Nolan Porter Tree Service
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Reviewed in January 2016
Anne met myself and another buyer halfway with two beautiful pups. She literally goes the extra mile ( miles)!!! <br />
Gaardog Shepherds
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Reviewed in February 2015
This was my first time using Melton's Maintenance, but will not be the last. Scott spent the time to go over options of materials and cost's for my screens and old vinyl.. He was professional, courteous and never stopped until the job was done, including cleaning up.
Melton's Maintenance
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Reviewed in May 2013
They did a great job, I thought. I had them install 3 windows and they look good and have no problems with them at all. They are nice windows. <br />
Todays Homework Inc
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Reviewed in February 2010
Was able to get everything taken care of in just a few days!
Rock'S Electric
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Boe's Tree Care, LLC

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Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"We hired John and his team to remove and trim trees and grind stumps in our back yard. They were timely, friendly and courteous. In the end, they left our yard looking better than they found it. I would highly recommend this company!"

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Response time2 days

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Recommended by96%of homeowners

Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"They go above and beyond. They have done two different projects and they did great. They stick to the price they give you. Couldn't be happier with their work."

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Response time12 hrs

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Grand Forks Tree Service, LLC

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Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great job. Yard was nice and clean after they finished. Tree looks great"

Response time4 hrs

Recommended by75%of homeowners

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HelloTech: Tech Support To Your Door

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Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Worked, tech couldn’t get remote to work. I believe this was supposed to be included"

Recommended by87%of homeowners

Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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Small jobs welcome

Welcome to Savage Handz, proudly servicing the Red River Valley of the North. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

Response time10 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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Emergency services offered

"Anthony is great to work with. Responds quickly to phone calls and text messages."

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P.P.L.C.

New to Angi

Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

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Stafford & Flom's Landscaping

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Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and treats your project as if it were our own. We offer a variety of services that are customization to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction!

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T's Construction

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Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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We have 12+ years experience on our staff. We guaranty all of our work to the finest quality. There is no job to big or to small that we cant handle in a very timely manner.

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Robert Oelrich Contracting, Inc.

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Serving Drayton, ND and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Grinding down a tree helps reduce the risk of foundation damage and pests and even helps your home’s curb appeal. Stumps can also be a safety hazard. If grass grows above the stump and someone else mows your yard, they may be in for a rude awakening when they accidentally hit it.

Often, it’s the homeowner’s responsibility to handle the aftermath when a neighbor’s tree falls on their property. But if a tree has been obviously dead for a significant period of time and caused damage when it fell, a case can be made that the owner should have removed it, especially if the neighbor wrote you a letter about the tree or asked you to take it down. This can be grounds for a successful lawsuit in claims court and is a good reason to always pay attention to your trees and remove dead trees before they fall.

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.

Costs depend on tree height, trunk diameter, removal complexity, and required equipment.

The ideal time to prune a tree depends on the type of tree. Typically, late winter or early spring is a good time to prune but isn't always the case for "towering trees." It's best to trim when trees are dormant and before blooms appear but can vary depending on the tree type. It's always best to research the type of tree or ask a professional tree trimmer to determine when is the perfect time to prune your tree.

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