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

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

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Emergency services offered

"Nicole was always available for us for any questions we might have and guided us throughout the process. Edgar was so knowledgeable and gave us very valuable suggestions throughout. Would not hesitate to hire them or recommend them to anyone for tree service. They are best in business."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FRIENDLY TREE SERVICE
4.7(
400
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Serving Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

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 Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience with this David from El Toro. They were very reasonable with their pricing and provided a clear, written estimate upfront, which I really appreciated. The team was able to schedule the work for the very next day, and they showed up on time ready to go. They worked efficiently and professionally throughout the entire job, and everything was completed exactly as promised. The cleanup afterward was thorough, leaving my property looking great. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and professional tree service."
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+91

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Woodland Tree Service
4.9(
64
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Serving Saddle River, 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 rate93%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wilson's Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilson was amazing he did a great job pruning the trees in my backyard which were hanging low and had lots of dead branches. He went above and beyond he even cleared some branches above my garage and took care of all of the garbage and left the place clean. I will definitely be working with him in the future whenever I need tree service or landscaping work and I will be recommending him to friends and family."
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+7

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bernie Tree Service LLC
4.7(
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Serving Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I got their name from Angieâ s list and as it turned out , they were fabulous. I would highly recommend this tree company. They also did my neighborâ s pruning needs. Great company."
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+4

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SavATree - Wyckoff
3.6(
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Serving Saddle River, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was confident that SavATree had the experience and staff to do the job without error. They pruned the tree I wanted removed and I was happy they wanted to save it. The tree looks great! They also pruned several shrubs and trees in the backyard. Each crew worked quickly and asked if I was satisfied with the work. They cleaned up all debris and showed respect for my flowers beds and solar lights. Hats off to this company and much thanks to arborist James Houck for his follow up."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

Transplanting a palm tree is a similar process except for a couple of important differences. First, their root ball doesn’t need to be as large as a “true” tree, which makes them a bit easier to dig up and move around. Second, they struggle more with taking root and staying upright in a new location, so it’s important to give them extra support when staking. 

You don’t always need a permit to grind a stump, but you might need one depending on your location and the stump’s surroundings. Permits are often needed if the stump is part of a protected tree species, near public areas or utility lines, or close to environmentally sensitive zones like wetlands. Some cities also regulate noise and work hours. Always check local rules before grinding, and contact your city or county office if you're unsure.

The cost of professional tree trimming averages $460, with a typical range between $200 and $760. However, prices can be as low as $75 or as high as $1,800 depending on several factors. The size and type of the tree are major cost drivers; for example, trimming Crepe Myrtle trees costs an average of $80 to $400, while trimming giant pine trees can range from $200 to $1,800. Other factors that influence the price include the time of year, as services are often more costly in the spring. The tree's accessibility and your location also play a role, as a remote or hard-to-reach tree may increase the cost. Some professionals may offer a discount if you have multiple trees to trim.

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