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Avatar for Knock on Wood Tree Service llc
Knock on Wood Tree Service llc
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

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"I am very satisfied with KnockOnWood tree service. They were responsive, friendly and efficient. They left the area cleaner than before the work started. I will definitely hire them again."
Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Beyond the Leaf Tree & Shrub Experts LLC
4.4(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

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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.

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Bj's Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent!! They were the most professional service I have ever had. They saw I had a sprinkler system without me telling them and took the necessary precautions not to run the truck over the sprinkler heads. I had spring flowers that had started emerging and they took special care not to drop branches on them. They cleaned up so well, the yard was left in better condition than before they started. I would highly recommend them to anyone anytime. Their pricing came in lower than the other 2 estimates i received.."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
SARAH'S LANDSCAPING LLC
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Two man crew arrived right on time. We needed leaves and small branches in the front, sides and back yards moved to the curb for pickup by the township. The crew was very efficient and got every leaf in all of the yards out to the curb quickly. They piled them all neatly without blocking the roadway so the township can pick them up. We're very pleased with the job they did."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Precision Tree Experts
4.5(
59
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Tree Removal

Serving Phillipsburg, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was like ghosts were there. They came, did their job, ad left. It looked like no one was there. Except the trees and shrubs were missing. What a goof job and clean-up. Would use them any time. Don"
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Tree removal

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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.

Tree trimming can count as landscaping, depending on how a landscaping business describes its services. Professional tree trimmers are more specialized than landscapers and offer trimming services separately from general landscaping.

When general landscaping companies offer tree trimming, look up the details. They usually mean shaping or seasonal trimming of ornamental trees, which is different from trimming larger trees for health or safety reasons. When possible, look for a licensed expert that specializes in trees and tree health.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

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 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.

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