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Avatar for Timberline Tree Service
Timberline Tree Service
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I wouldn’t get my tree service done by anyone else! Timberline was extremely responsive, helpful and efficient. I spoke with Chris on the phone about having someone come look at my trees and Benjamin was at my home later that day. Benjamin was honest about what trees needed to come down and the price he gave was competitive and very reasonable. I am very happy with the work the Timberline crew did for me and I will definitely be calling again if I have any need for their services in the future!"
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAMA TREE SERVICE LLC
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with Fama Tree Services! They came out to remove a tree stump and some large roots in my backyard, and the whole process was smooth from start to finish. The crew arrived right on time, worked efficiently, and made sure everything was cleaned up afterward. Friendly, professional, and reliable service. I’d definitely recommend Fema Tree Services to anyone needing tree or stump removal."
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+1

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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A & H Tree Service
4.6(
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Tree Removal

Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
Old Tappan Middle School Tree Removal
Graple Saw Tree Removal
Harington Park Tree removal
Demarest Tree Removal
Tree removal by crane

+3

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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J.M. Tree Service and Landscape
4.7(
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Tree Removal

Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend to everyone J M tree service did a great job Iâ m impressed they came at time and did an excellent job, very clean and friendly. Mr Jorge is very professional ( JM tree service & landscape) . Thank you again for your service."
Firewood
Tree removal
Tree removal
Trucks
Climb up

+24

Response time10 hrs
Response rate92%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bernie Tree Service LLC
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving River Vale, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bernieâ s tree service is amazing! Iâ ve used them twice and will continue to use them in the future. The owner is very personable and comes out on every estimate. Overall, they care for your situation and it also helps that they are very reasonable with their prices. I recommend Bernieâ s tree service to all my friends and they havenâ t been dissatisfied yet."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Stump Grinder
Car for service or estimate
Tree Removal

+4

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Some people prefer to leave or even carve a leftover stump, but we recommend removing it if possible. You can often dig out smaller trunks with a shovel once they have died and dried out. You can have stumps professionally removed, or request a service to grind them down to ground level so they can be replaced with other landscaping or objects.

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.

Leaving the tree stump and letting it rot is never a good idea, as this leads to insect infestations and other frustrations. Additionally, decomposing trunks are at risk for diseases that spread out to the remaining plants and trees in the yard, thus ruining your whole outdoor aesthetic. It's usually best to remove the stump at the same time you remove the tree.

The ideal time to prune a tree depends on the type of tree. Typically, late winter or early spring is a good time to prune but isn't always the case for "towering trees." It's best to trim when trees are dormant and before blooms appear but can vary depending on the tree type. It's always best to research the type of tree or ask a professional tree trimmer to determine when is the perfect time to prune your tree.

Debris removal is often included in the overall cost of having a tree removed from your property. However, tree maintenance service companies do not always include debris removal in their pricing, so ask any contractors offering tree trimming cost estimates whether or not removal is included. If you want to keep the wood mulch, ask if they charge extra for it as well.

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