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Avatar for FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
4.7(
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Serving Mountainside, 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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+5

Response time3 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sami's Landscape & Tree Service LLC
4.6(
121
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Serving Mountainside, 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
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Fresnos Tree Service LLC
4.9(
15
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Serving Mountainside, 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
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Mirgansville nj
5 small trees removed and 2 trees trimming

+63

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Sage Landscape Contractors & Tree Service
4.8(
26
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Serving Mountainside, NJ and surrounding areas

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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
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Mastership Tree Service
5.0(
15
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Serving Mountainside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very please with Mastership tree service- came today done in a flash taking away a fallen dead tree. He was very knowledgeable about trees when he came to see the job I called for and that impressed me. Alex keeps his promise by texting or phone and offered a very very affordable price . will defiantly use his service again."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
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+25

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vonch's Landscaping LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Mountainside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Vonchâ s landscaping services are the best in town. Affordable, gets the job done and Vinnie goes far and beyond to meet all my expectations. I recommend him 100%. He makes sure the job is done correctly and follows up afterwards."
Response time12 hrs
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

A standard tree removal doesn’t include stump grinding. If you want your contractor to remove your tree and grind the stump, you must pay an extra charge. That said, you’ll likely save on the cost of stand-alone service—especially if it’s a small tree and they can finish both jobs in a single trip.

An arborist specializes in tree care, performing tasks such as pruning, treating diseases, and removing hazardous trees. They also assess soil conditions, plant trees, and develop landscaping plans to ensure healthy growth. They also manage debris cleanup, inspect equipment, and record maintenance activities. Arborists often collaborate with landscapers and professional tree maintenance services, applying their specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills to maintain tree health and safety.

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.

The speed of your tree root removal process depends on a few different factors, including the size and type of tree. However, the fastest method of killing tree roots is applying chemical herbicide, which starts working quickly and efficiently. But this removal method has its drawbacks, such as having a negative effect on the surrounding vegetation and landscaping. Other options like rock salt and stump grinding work relatively quickly and cause less damage to your yard.

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