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

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The men did an excellent job cutting trees and trimming large bushes. They cleaned up beautifully afterwards. Service was knowledgeable and friendly and professional. I highly recommend this tree service."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
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Serving Ridgewood, 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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Response time3 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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El Toro Landscaping & Tree Services
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Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional and courteous team They did everything they said they would do, with removing the tree, the bushes and the clean up. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for these services. Also the price was reasonable."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Timberline Tree Service
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They remove a dead tree from my property. Excellent work."
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Response time2 days
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Bernie Tree Service LLC
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"very professional crew. on time and did job very well. they cut trees with care and cautiously manner"
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Tree Removal

+4

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J.M. Tree Service and Landscape
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Tree Removal

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent work. Showed up on time did a great job on cutting up the downed tree and also did some pruning on existing trees. Highly recommend."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate94%
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Bj's Tree Service
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Ridgewood, 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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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Beucler Tree Experts LLC
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Ridgewood, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, prompt, efficient and polite. Left the yard clean, suggested some potential future work on the damaged trees."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If it’s your property, then you can plant a tree near power lines, but it’s not the best idea. Any vegetation that grows within 10 feet or so of power lines will fall under the responsibility of the utility company, and they may trim or remove it as necessary. If you do move forward with your plan, try to choose a smaller ornamental tree, plant it as far away from the power lines as you can, and keep it trimmed to avoid future problems.

You will know that an oak tree needs to be removed when you see vertical cracks or dead branch stubs, which indicate internal decay. Other signs include trunk rot near the base of the tree and sprouts or small branches coming from the trunk.

There are a few differences between tree guying and tree staking. Tree guying requires anchor stakes that are shorter and stronger than regular stakes and are driven deeper into the ground at an angle away from the tree. Tree staking uses longer stakes that are set parallel to the tree and are used for smaller trees. Consult a local tree professional to determine which method is best for your tree.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

Yes, it’s okay to trim low branches on a tree, also known as limbing up or raising the crown. Essentially, you’ll trim the lower third of the tree (trunk) and leave the upper two-thirds of the tree (crown). Arborists recommend trimming 20% of a tree’s leaves per season for two to three seasons. Trimming low branches allows light to flow through the tree, increasing circulation and making the tree stronger and healthier.

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