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Bj's Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Port Reading, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our oak tree is very large and is located next to our garage and close to our neighbors property so it is not easy to maneuver equipment in that space. There were several dead branches high up that needed to be removed. The elm tree in the front of our house needed branches trimmed that were touching the house. They arrived on time and did an excellent job. They were very careful not to cause any damage to our house, garage and shrubs. They removed all debris and cleaned the entire area. They even removed previously felled dead branches from the roof of our garage. We are extremely happy with their work and would definitely use their services again and recommend them. Our trees look great!"
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+104

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Fresnos Tree Service LLC
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Port Reading, NJ and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Outstanding work! Showed up early, they did a great job. Trimmed and shaped 3 trees and left my lawn in better shape than when they got here. I highly recommend this contractor. Excellent work!"
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Mirgansville nj
5 small trees removed and 2 trees trimming

+63

Response time10 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Riccardi Tree Service
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Port Reading, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went excellent as always they were on time, efficient, very neat they clean up very careful around the house and my property. 3 of my neighbors wanted their tree service base on how they good take care of my yard and they have a good reputation in town."
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+13

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Dirt & Turf
4.5(
191
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Port Reading, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"  I needed a soil tester in order to lift my shore house. One person came and we wanted another quote, but couldnt find one. I saw this ad on Angie's List and contacted him. He was great and suggested Rutgers soil testing.  I will further investigate thanks to him.
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AERATION
DEEP GRASS ROOTS
LIME
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GRANULAR FERTILIZER

+2

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Beyond The Leaf Tree and Shrub Experts, LLC
4.4(
144
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Port Reading, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very professional company right from the arborist that visited to start the quoting process, he left me with the confidence that they were only ones well qualified not like others. The quote arrived by return and explained the work to be carried out and again was the only one to meet ansi tree pruning standards. My work was scheduled and the well maintained equipment and crew arrived on the day promised. They asked what were my expectations and carried out their work very respectful of my property and my neighbors when they had completed the work I was asked if it met my expectations and it exceeded them. When they left apart from a great look tree there was nothing to show that they had been there no tree litter no saw dust. I highly recommend this qualified professional company."
Response time4 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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C & Y Landscape and Tree Services LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Port Reading, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired C&Y to remove poison ivy from a tree on my front lawn. My technician was thoughtful to remove all the poison ivy at the root and trim the vines from the tree that extended up the trunk and into the branches. He explained everything and did not use herbicides due to the fragile state of my tree ;’which would have killed it. I will definitely hire them again and use them for landscaping services in the future."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The ideal depth of a tree notch depends on the tree, but it should usually be between 20% and 25% of the tree’s depth. However, if the tree is leaning towards the direction of the notch, it can be cut more shallowly—at as little as 10% of the depth. When the tree is leaning away from the direction it needs to be felled, you can cut deeper, closer to 30%.

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. 

Most experts recommend removing a tree that has sustained more than 25% loss in the limbs, trunk, or circumference of the bark. Doing an initial trimming of damaged and dangling branches, but then waiting a few days of monitoring to decide how much more you might need to cut can help you better assess the total damage to the tree. However, consulting a tree maintenance pro to make this determination the best course of action before removing a tree.

Cutting down a dead tree is always strongly advisable. Aside from being an eyesore, a dead tree can be extremely hazardous, especially when it’s near people or structures. Even if the tree isn’t near your home, it can still harbor pests and diseases that can potentially spread to nearby plants and homes.

It’s not as common for Dutch elm disease to affect other types of trees, especially if the surrounding trees aren’t elms. However, it is possible for DED to spread to other trees, particularly in northern states, like Minnesota. In fact, it’s a good idea to use geography to identify wood and determine which types of trees are in your yard. 

Unfortunately, the complex and shallow root system of elm trees makes surrounding elm trees particularly vulnerable to DED. Early discovery is key!

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