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A&J Landscaping
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Alto, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"James and his entire team are exceptional landscapers. Everything was perfect and done right on time. James is very professional, an excellent communicator and a true gentleman. His prices are reasonable and he held to his estimate. We loved Mirissa, too! A very hardworking crew! I highly recommend A&J Landscaping for all your lawn needs."
Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Absolute Tree Felling and Services
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Alto, NM and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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"Property Has Never Looked better. Can't say enough good things about this company they were professional on time and exceeded our expectations, Living in New Mexico you have to be prepared for fire at a moment's notice we now feel much safer in our home."
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jav construction
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Alto, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The work was done in a timely manner and I highly recommend this service if youâ re looking for professional workers."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It's easy to misidentify trees that appear to be maple trees due to similarities in leaf shapes. Sweetgum, sycamore, and yellow poplar all have leaf shapes and appearances similar to maples. The fact that around a dozen maple tree varieties exist, only about half of which are considered common, makes misidentification an often typical occurrence.  

Yes, you can prune a palm tree with a chainsaw, but a chainsaw is overkill for a job like this. You risk damaging the tree if you make a bad cut. More commonly, you’ll need pruning shears or a serrated knife to trim a palm tree, or you can use a specialized pruning saw instead of a chainsaw.

If you don’t trim your palm trees, you can expect several negative outcomes, including:

  • Unhealthy palm trees attract pests, diseases, and fungi 

  • Dead falling fronds can cause severe injury or damage to your home, pedestrians, or cars

  • Dead palm branches are flammable and can catch fire, especially during a lightning storm

Yes, cutting a tree's roots can cause it to fall, particularly if major support roots are severed. In extreme cases, trimming roots can affect the tree's structure and stability. Many crucial roots are located just below the soil's surface. If you make severe cuts to roots more than 2 inches in diameter, you risk impacting the tree's water flow and its ability to withstand severe winds or storms. Even cutting roots less than half an inch in diameter under or outside the tree's canopy can cut off its water supply, causing it to decline, die, and eventually topple.

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

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