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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

Credit card accepted

"I move to Port Murray in January. The property had several dying trees and a huge pile of rotting trees, stumps, and branches at the edge of the back yard. It was a terrible eyesore. I had 3 arborists make recommendations and submit a proposal."
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.

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%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 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
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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"
Tyler and Eddy removing trees
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Tyler on the skid steer
Tree removal

+9

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

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.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

Yes, you should trim the lower branches of your maple tree for safety. Trimming maple trees as they grow helps lift the crown and canopy and trains it to grow straight up. A good rule of thumb is to prune enough branches to leave 6 feet of clearance under the tree.

The best time to cut down a tree is during its dormant season, typically in winter or early spring, after all the leaves have fallen. Removing a tree during this period is advantageous for several reasons. Frozen ground helps secure the tree stump, protects the surrounding landscape from damage, and reduces the risk of the tree falling in an unintended direction. With the leaves gone, there is less risk of the tree's foliage getting tangled with other trees. Additionally, since this is often a slower season for tree services, you may be able to hire a professional at a lower rate. This dormant period is also the best time for tree trimming.

In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.

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