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Avatar for FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
4.7(
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Serving Madison, 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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Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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El Toro Landscaping & Tree Services
4.7(
57
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Serving Madison, 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
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Nature Services, Inc.
4.4(
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Judith came onsite to survey the trees we wanted trimmed; she provided a firm estimate for our review; and upon agreement to go ahead with the work -- two days later the Nature Services team of four workers got to work to get the trees trimmed. They took care of surrounding plants; branches and trimmings were mulched; and areas cleaned from debris. They were prompt, efficient, quick, and very professional. Will recommend to family and friends."
Response time6 hrs
114 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Sage Landscape Contractors & Tree Service
4.8(
26
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is easy to work with. They are very professional and respond quickly to requests for quotes. Though I have used this company in the past and was pleased with the work - I still showed due diligence and obtained other quotes from other companies for the same job. Sage price is industry standard - falling right in the middle of my highest and lowest quotes. The tipping point in my decision was that I trust the expertise of Sage when it comes to tree service. The company - from office to field staff, are top notch. I'm pleased with the quality of the work performed and the clean-up by the crew.
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+19

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Mastership Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex and his crew were awesome. Alex showed up when promised to quote the job. I needed lots of large maple trees and a smaller dogwood trimmed and a couple of smaller trees removed completely. He made excellent suggestions and provided a reasonable written estimate and a timetable to get the job done. He completed the job when promised at the quoted price. His crew was very professional and efficient and neat. It was not an easy project but they made it look easy. I highly recommend Mastership Tree Service for your next trimming/removal project."
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+25

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SavATree - Basking Ridge
4.2(
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Expert tree removal, pruning of several trees and fertilization of 20+ shrubs. Appointment was prompt and their terrific arborist Jonathan took his time to walk the entire property and identify areas that needed work and give advice. Professional, excellent service and price similar to another quote."
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Tree Care
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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New Jersey Tree Professional LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. New Jersey Tree Professional LLC strives to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being on customer satisfaction.

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Royal Turf Custom Lawn Care, Inc.
3.5(
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Royal Turf Custom Lawn Care, Inc., has been serving North and central New Jersey since 1982. We are a family owned and operated business; we pride ourselves on our outstanding quality of work and excellent customer service. Call us today for all your lawn, tree and mosquito control needs needs!

Response time2 days
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lord & Tree Service
5.0(
204
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis and his crew made quick work of a maple tree leaning over my roof. With their good communication, fast service, and fair price, I’d use them again and highly recommend them for tree service in Northern NJ. Thanks, guys."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can use the formula mentioned earlier to calculate the depth of tree roots. Each inch of width of a tree trunk translates to six inches of depth within the root system. Large trees extend anywhere from 2 to 6 feet into the ground, with some magnificent specimens going even deeper.

You can use a felling ax to chop down a tree by following the same prep and steps as a chainsaw, but be prepared to use some muscle. For trees bigger than 7 inches in diameter, it can take some time and serious strength to cut down a tree using just an ax. 

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Dead trees are dangerous for several reasons. They are structurally compromised and prone to branch or trunk failure, which can pose a significant safety risk to people, vehicles, and nearby structures. Dead trees can also harbor pests like termites, which may spread to other trees or your home. If a tree died from a disease, it could spread the illness to healthy trees. Additionally, the dry wood is highly flammable, increasing fire risk.

There are four common ways to prune a tree correctly: crown thinning, crown reduction, crown raising, and crown cleaning. The method you choose depends on the purpose of pruning. However, making the correct cuts is a vital part of the process, regardless of your method. Pruning incorrectly can damage or even kill the tree. So, you may want to hire a professional tree-trimming company to tackle the task. 

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