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Avatar for FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
4.7(
400
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As always, Friendly Tree does not disappoint. I have used them for years. Their arborist John is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. Never steered me wrong. Recommends the right actions with an eye to keeping costs down."
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+5

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Sami's Landscape & Tree Service LLC
Sami's Landscape & Tree Service LLC
4.6(
122
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sami came by when promised, gave a quote better than I expected, showed up on the date promised and the time promised! The whole project of 3 tree removals took less time than anticipated and they clean up very nicely. If needed, will definitely use again. I am impressed which hasn't happened with me in a long time. Thank you Sami's Tree Service."
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+20

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for USAF Tree Service
USAF Tree Service
4.7(
296
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Tree Removal

Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Everything about hiring this team was “TOP DRAWER! Spoke by phone and owner/estimater came next day, gave good quotes with optionality for removing a large Ash tree, two smaller trees and cutting down 7 or 8 branches in various other trees by hand. Day after that 4 huge trucks with tons of equipment and a team of 5-6 guys (including two of the owners sons) showed up at 9:30am and worked their @sses off all day doing exactly what they promised, including stump grinding and protecting surrounding trees and hauling it all off. Near the end, a guy climbed three or four of my trees like a raccoon assisted by someone on the ground to rappel him etc. to trim limbs. I couldn’t be happier with this job and the whole experience. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!"
One of our expert climbers at work...
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Topping a hazardous tree growing over a house...
Lowering a heavy log safely and smoothly...

+25

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
81 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mastership Tree Service
Mastership Tree Service
5.0(
18
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree TrimmingTree Removal+3 more

Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job as promised went very well at a reasonable price. They worked efficiently & safely cutting down 80 feet tall tree & cleanly trimmed other surrounding trees. They cut the trees into firewood & stacked it neatly in my backyard. They gave me a nice chopping board (from their previous job site) which they screwed into a tree trunk they cut from my backyard which they carried onto my deck. Looking at it, it can be use as a chopping board when grilling or a bistro table- cant wait to use it in one of our bbq parties. The crew left my yard cleaner than when they came in. Alex the owner stayed on site the whole time working with his crew and making sure safety is maintained. Overall, Im very satisfied with their work & will not hesitate to hire him again. Thank you Alex and to your amazing crew!"
Tree Removal
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+25

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sage Landscape Contractors & Tree Service
Sage Landscape Contractors & Tree Service
4.8(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+7 more

Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were there bright and early. Removed a fence panel to bring in machinery. Put some kind of padding over grass for machine which avoided damage to lawn. Cut down extreamly large tree and all went well. Hauled away all debris and put fence panel back as previously. Was almost like they were never there. Been through some nightmares with tree contractors before. This was by far the most professionally ran company I have dealt with. I will not bother shopping around again and will call sage for any tree work I need done in the future."
Tree Trimming
Sage Expert Tree Service
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming

+19

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Princeton Tree Care
Princeton Tree Care
4.8(
76
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Princeton Tree Care for several years. They are always very responsive and have knowledge and expertise about trees. I can call with questions or problems, and they always answer quickly. They do a neat job and clean up the area carefully when finished. I recommend them highly."
Bucking a Large Tree Trunk
Pin Oak | Center Pruning
Structural Pruning
Center Pruning
Large Hardwood Removal

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Beyond the Leaf Tree & Shrub Experts LLC
4.4(
144
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

What makes us different - Education, Planning, and Safety. All of our staff is educated by Penn State in Business, Urban Forestry, and Horticulture to provide extensive knowledge in the tree care industry. Whether you have a mature oak tree, an ornamental dogwood, or a row of arborvitaes that need to be saved, we provide solutions to the toughest problems at a reasonable price. Ursinus College, Boyertown School District, Comfort Inn, and many other customers have used our service to create a safe and enjoyable environment. Call to see if we can help with your trees and shrubs. Thank you for the consideration we look forward to speaking with you.

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Qualitylawn Tree Service
5.0(
8
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Sam and his crew were able to schedule my job quickly and were punctual on the scheduled date. He has heavy duty professional equipment and a crew that knows how to get the job done efficiently and safely. Pains were taken to make sure the rest of my property was kept safe as the tree was methodically disassembled, and I never had a concern as the job progressed through to its perfect conclusion. I've got some future work that Sam and his professional, reliable crew will be contacted for and I look forward to leveraging Sam and his Qualitylawn Tree Service again. Dial up Sam and Qualitylawn Tree Service if you're looking for a worry-free, reasonably-priced experience."
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+64

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Harmony Tree Care
Harmony Tree Care
4.2(
47
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Basking Ridge, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn't be more pleased! Mike McCabe, is an arborist who really knows his business. He came out immediately, assessed my situation and the work was completed in a very timely manner. All the work and clean up were stellar. The communication throughout was also exemplary. Fabulous!"
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Late winter is ideal, but if you’re pruning apple trees in the spring, prune them as early as possible in the season. You want to ensure your tree is just creeping out of dormancy and hasn’t started pushing out new growth. If you prune your tree too late into spring, you generally won’t see results until the following year.

That said, there’s no pruning season for unhealthy growth. Remove dead, dying, or diseased branches as soon as you notice them, regardless of the time of year.

If executed correctly your tree should survive after being transplanted to a new spot. However, effective transplanting requires six months, careful root pruning, safe transport to the new location, and replanting in prime soil conditions. You’ll also need an appropriately sized root ball for a complete tree transplant. A good rule of thumb is that, for every inch in diameter, your tree’s root ball needs to be around 11 inches. So a tree with a diameter of six inches needs a root ball of approximately 66 inches.

After a big storm, you may not be sure if a tree was struck or not. Look for the telltale long scars, like strips or gouges in the bark of the tree, running in sometimes jagged lines down the length of the trunk. These scars will often show vulnerable living wood inside the tree. It’s also common to see scorched or wilted leaves on the side or top of the tree where lightning struck.

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

Since each tree is different, it’s impossible to say how long a dead tree can remain on your property. While it could be days, months, or even years, it’s highly likely that, at some point, the tree will fall. In the meantime, dying or dead trees can become a haven for pests, so it’s best to have them removed sooner rather than later.

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