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J’s Yard Services LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hi, I’m Jayden, owner of J’s Yard Services here in Albuquerque. I specialize in reliable, full-service yard maintenance to keep your property clean and taken care of year-round.\n\nI offer mowing, edging, weed removal, trimming, and full yard cleanups. My goal is simple—make sure you don’t have to worry about your yard at all.\n\nI also offer affordable monthly maintenance starting at $200, so your yard stays consistently clean without the hassle of repeated cleanups.\n\nI take pride in being dependable, easy to work with, and doing the job right the first time. Whether you need a one-time cleanup or ongoing maintenance, I’m here to help.\n\nFeel free to reach out for a quick quote—I’m happy to take a look and get you taken care of.

Tree Pruning
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Cesar Dominguez and son
New to Angi
Tree Removal - For Business

Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We understand that your home is more than just a place—it's where life happens. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of services to help bring your vision to life. By using advanced tools and high-quality materials, we make sure your project is completed efficiently and to the highest standards.

Trees R'Us
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Eric responded quickly to my request. The service was scheduled in the same week. Crew was on time. Eric even called to let me know he was a little delayed, which was most appreciated and showed respect for me as a customer. The crew was professional and did an excellent job in removing the trees. The stray Elm trees were also removed at my request. Everything was cleaned up and left very neat. I would definitely hire again and since I have a landscaping project in mind, I will definitely have them perform this work as well."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ramirez Landscaping, LLC
5.0(
7
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed a trash haul done asap and they were able to not only accommodate but they were there within an hour of calling. Fast workers at a great price. What a relief to have it gone and so fast. I would definitely use again."
Water Fountains /Fire Pit
Water Fountains /Fire Pit
Fire Pit
Water Fountains /Fire Pit
Build In Grill

+20

Response time12 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Tree Work, LLC
3.9(
197
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Rio Communities, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott and his crew were prompt in responding, gave me an on-site estimate on the same day I called, and performed the work the very next day. The crew cleaned up and removed the rubbish. They left behind a pruning tool, so I called Scott and it was picked up before lunch. It was a great experience. I plan to hire them again for future work."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The amount of time it takes for a tree trunk to rot depends on several factors, including the tree’s size, species, and environmental conditions. It can take anywhere from a few years to several decades for a tree’s trunk to rot. A tree stump, on the other hand, can take up to 10 years to disappear after it’s decayed naturally.

Ideally, you’ll have a good enough relationship with your neighbors that you can kindly mention this task in regular conversation. However, every neighbor (and neighborhood) is different. Your best bet will always be to ask directly and nicely, offering to contribute to the tree trimming efforts if you’d like. However, if you are bothered by the tree and your neighbor is unwilling to cut it, you can involve the help of the homeowners’ association or local authorities, if applicable.

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.

Finding a reliable arborist starts with researching specialists in your area and checking their licensing and certifications. Use online resources like the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to conduct research on each company. Next, contact the arborist and ask the following questions to see whether they are the right fit for your project:

  • Do you handle or specialize in dealing with the issue I’m having?

  • Are you fully insured?

  • Do you have customer references I can call?

  • Do you have any third-party certifications?

  • What equipment and strategies do you plan to use?

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.

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