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Avatar for FAMA TREE SERVICE LLC
FAMA TREE SERVICE LLC
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Montvale, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nicole was always available for us for any questions we might have and guided us throughout the process. Edgar was so knowledgeable and gave us very valuable suggestions throughout. Would not hesitate to hire them or recommend them to anyone for tree service. They are best in business."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Montvale, 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
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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El Toro Landscaping & Tree Services
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Montvale, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience with this David from El Toro. They were very reasonable with their pricing and provided a clear, written estimate upfront, which I really appreciated. The team was able to schedule the work for the very next day, and they showed up on time ready to go. They worked efficiently and professionally throughout the entire job, and everything was completed exactly as promised. The cleanup afterward was thorough, leaving my property looking great. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and professional tree service."
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Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Timberline Tree & Landscape, Inc.
Timberline Tree & Landscape, Inc.
4.5(
180
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Tree Removal

Serving Montvale, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There was a huge, scary dead oak tree on the property we just purchased. Branches have been falling out of it all month. It made me nervous enough to not let the kids in the backyard. Sunday's poor weather put a little fire under me so I emailed John on Monday. He stopped in later that day, and the tree was down the next day. Fast, professional service, as well as a good price. John's # 201-761-9635"
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+1

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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J.M. Tree Service and Landscape
4.7(
10
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Tree Removal

Serving Montvale, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend to everyone J M tree service did a great job Iâ m impressed they came at time and did an excellent job, very clean and friendly. Mr Jorge is very professional ( JM tree service & landscape) . Thank you again for your service."
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+24

Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for SavATree - Wyckoff
SavATree - Wyckoff
3.6(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain+1 more

Serving Montvale, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Special thanks to Lorianne the arborist for her kindness,knowledge,and care. We were very impressed by the amount of time she spent with us explaining every aspect of what should be done even suggesting what we could try in order to avoid wasting money . Her crew performed treating trees and shrubs as well as trimming some large trees. The work was clean,neat and efficient. Thank you so very much Lorraine we will continue to use your impeccable services. Rich and MaryAnn Maricic BERGENFIELD,NJ"
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Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Bj's Tree Service
4.9(
107
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Montvale, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is by far the one of best interactions I have experienced from an Angie?s List provider.  Edward and his team were, prompt, efficient and extremely courteous. They cut down a 40+ year?s old Black Walnut tree and ground the stump. Pruned a 50+ year?s old Oak, and pruned a 27+ year?s old Red Maple. Lastly they pruned a Lilac bush which was near death.  Since pruning all the trees are thriving, because of this I plan to have them come and prune all the deciduous shrubs during the growing season spring of 2016. I couldn?t be happier with the end results.
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

For safety reasons, leaning trees are best removed by a professional, as they may often tear away from the hinge, causing you to lose control over where the tree falls. If you choose to cut down a tree leaning slightly, avoid cutting off root protrusions before you start. Make your hinge a little longer than usual by cutting it deeper (up to 30% of the diameter) and applying a wedge into the felling cut on the side the tree is leaning. Stand away from the direction the tree leans while making your felling cut.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

Trees provide many benefits, including shade, habitat for local wildlife, and cleaner air, so it’s always a good idea to try an alternative strategy like crown reduction before you chop one down. But sometimes, cutting down a tree is the only option (like if it’s severely diseased). A licensed arborist can assess the tree and recommend the best course of action.

If you’re wondering why tree trunks are painted white in your area, it’s usually to prevent sunscald, a condition where extreme shifts in temperature can cause tree bark to split. Fruit trees are especially vulnerable to sunscald, so this treatment is worth considering if it’s something that affects your trees.

You’ll have to balance up the cost, the value of the tree (sentimental or otherwise), and the risk factors. An experienced arborist will help you understand whether transplanting is likely to be successful. The cost and hassle of transplanting a large, well-established tree are often not worth it, especially if the species is fast-growing and easy to source. The decision depends on the age and species of the tree, the conditions in the new site location, and how careful the company is when digging out and moving the tree.

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