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Avatar for FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
4.7(
400
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Serving Bernards, NJ and surrounding areas

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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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tught shot of crews rear base of statue of liberty removing a fallen tree

+5

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for El Toro Landscaping & Tree Services
El Toro Landscaping & Tree Services
4.7(
57
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Serving Bernards, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and courteous team They did everything they said they would do, with removing the tree, the bushes and the clean up. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for these services. Also the price was reasonable."
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+91

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Sami's Landscape & Tree Service LLC
Sami's Landscape & Tree Service LLC
4.6(
121
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Serving Bernards, NJ and surrounding areas

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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 time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Fresnos Tree Service LLC
Fresnos Tree Service LLC
4.9(
15
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Serving Bernards, NJ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The workmen showed up on time, were friendly, and did a great job removing my trees and cleaning up. Their fee was a very good price. I would recommend them and will use them again for other landscaping projects."
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Mirgansville nj
5 small trees removed and 2 trees trimming

+63

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Avatar for Experienced Landscape Design LLC
Experienced Landscape Design LLC
4.9(
43
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Serving Bernards, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Completed a project in our front yard and sides of the house. Great experience! They are professional, knowledgeable and friendly. I would definitely hire them for my next job."
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+131

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for USAF Tree Service
USAF Tree Service
4.7(
291
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Serving Bernards, NJ and surrounding areas

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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!"
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Lowering a heavy log safely and smoothly...

+25

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Princeton Tree Care
Princeton Tree Care
4.8(
73
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Serving Bernards, NJ and surrounding areas

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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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for Knock on Wood Tree Service llc
Knock on Wood Tree Service llc
5.0(
29
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Serving Bernards, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing work done by Knock On Wood!!! Highly recommend the company and I was completely satisfied with the service! Work was efficient and done in a short time. Call them ASAP for any of your tree services needed."
Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

Permits are often required for large tree removals, especially in urban areas or for protected species, ensuring regulation compliance and neighbor safety.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

Generally, you’ll want to avoid pruning more than 25% of the tree’s canopy at one time. While pruning your tree is important, it’s possible to do it too often or to go too far. Again, this is why hiring a tree trimming pro to do the work is wise. However, if you do decide to DIY, going slow and trimming gradually is the name of the game.

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

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