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Avatar for FAMA TREE SERVICE LLC
FAMA TREE SERVICE LLC
4.9(
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Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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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 rate99%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
4.7(
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Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

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Emergency services offered

"They came on time, explained what was to be done (I had met with their arborist prior to this -- so it was confirmation of the excavation, removal and planting), they worked very hard, took care to protect my lawn, cleaned everything up on my property and around the house -- all in record time. By 2:30 pm, I had five large trees that gave me the privacy and beauty I had been dreaming of in my backyard. The next day I put in plantings and it looks like everything has been there for years. It was one of the few projects around my house that turned out better than I even imagined. We had uses Friendly Tree for trimming and removal of trees -- now that I know they plant trees as well, they will be my go to resource for all my tree needs."
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+5

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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El Toro Landscaping & Tree Services
4.7(
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Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"Great! This is the second time we used el toro. They removed 18 dead trees in just two days at a very fair price. David is terrific to work with and his team works hard and left the yard nice and tidy!"
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+91

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Woodland Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

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Customers say: True professional

"The workers where very careful taking down the tree and did a couple of extra things that I asked to be done. The price was the best of all of the tree companies that I had come by to do the work. I would highly recommend them for any tree removal."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A & H Tree Service
4.6(
34
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Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had 2 large oak trees 2 feet from my house, and they were starting to die. A and H brought their crane, numerous trucks and other equipment, and a great efficient crew. They were done within the day and no surprises. Very exciting to watch! Thank you."
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+3

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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SavATree - Wyckoff
3.6(
88
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Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Special thanks to Lorianne the arborist for her kindness,knowledge,and care. We were very impressed by the amount of time she spent with us explaining every aspect of what should be done even suggesting what we could try in order to avoid wasting money . Her crew performed treating trees and shrubs as well as trimming some large trees. The work was clean,neat and efficient. Thank you so very much Lorraine we will continue to use your impeccable services. Rich and MaryAnn Maricic BERGENFIELD,NJ"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It depends on where you live—but in most areas, leaves begin falling in September and continue falling until January or February. Warmer regions, such as Southern states, may see leaves fall a bit later in the calendar year. It also depends on the type of trees in your yard and their maturity. 

Ideally, you should wait to prune until trees have gone dormant in late fall to early winter. The worst times to prune trees are early fall and late summer, as pruning them so close to dormancy makes it difficult for the tree recover before it goes dormant for the season.

There are a few instances in which removing a tree is the best option. You might do this if the tree looks to be a major danger—potentially falling onto your home, your car, or other parts of your property—or it’s diseased beyond repair. A tree that is growing too close to your house might need to be removed to prevent mold growth.

Trees don’t usually grow back after being cut down. Some particularly robust tree species may start sending up new stems from a stump to recover, but those stems won’t become a “tree” like before. Generally, trees don’t recover from being entirely cut down, which is why it’s important to be careful when making a decision. When you cut down a tree, it’s a good idea to make plans to remove the stump, even if it’s unlikely to grow back.

In some states and municipalities, you will need a permit to remove a tree on your property. In many cases where permits are required, a tree must reach a maximum height before a permit is required to remove it. You can either ask your local building department or a tree removal professional if you’ll need a permit. If you do, you can expect to pay between $50 and $150 for the permit alone. Your tree removal company should pull the permit for you and include the permit fee in your total.

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