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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Clay Center, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very quick, very prompt and very friendly! They did a great job and guaranteed their work!"
Response time40 mins
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R&B Home Services
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Clay Center, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Super knowledgeable and friendly and helpful crew. Took down 100+ ft. tree. Cleaned up and hauled away all debris. Even did a small indoor job for me. will rehire them for more jobs. Excellent!!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Jones & Christensen Tree Services
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Clay Center, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Rock salt or Epsom salt can damage and kill tree roots over several weeks and can even assist in removing the tree's stump. However, you need to drill holes or cut into the stump and surface tree roots to inject them properly with the salt. Repeat the process every two weeks until the roots visibly rot away.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

State and local laws vary, but in most cases, you are allowed to trim any branches from your neighbor's tree that cross your property line. However, it's important to ensure you do not damage the overall health of the tree in the process. Removing branches incorrectly can jeopardize the health of the tree and could lead to you being on the hook to replace it.

Not all leaning trees are dangerous, but they can be a hazard as gravity may eventually cause them to fall. A key factor is whether the lean is new or has been present for a long time. Trees that have grown with a lean for years are not typically an immediate danger, but a sudden lean is a cause for concern as it often indicates weakening roots. If a tree is leaning more than 15% from vertical, you should consider having it straightened or transplanted. To be safe, it's always best to hire a professional arborist to inspect any leaning tree to assess the risk and avoid potential accidents.

Signs include dead branches, growth over structures, diseases, pests, or roots impacting hardscapes.

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