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*The Angi rating for Tree Service companies in Ruidoso Downs, NM is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Tree Service needs.

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Last update on November 20, 2025

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A&J Landscaping
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Serving Ruidoso Downs, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This team is awesome! Reasonable, prompt and very professional! James is a get it done and done right guy! Quote for tree removal and grounds clean up. It was done the next day…. And theycleaned both my walkways, and weed wacked my yard. Completely unexpected! I’ll be hiring them from now on. 🙏🏻"
Response time10 hrs
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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South West Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Ruidoso Downs, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh did a most excellent service...Very knowledgeable and practices safety. He was very efficient and precise. Excellent communication. Very professional. He is HIGHLY, recommended and would definitely call on him again. Not job is too small or large for this company. Once again, I highly recommend!"
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D & R Services
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Serving Ruidoso Downs, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"D&R did a tremendous job of repairing my cracked and buckled drywall.  The quality of work was amazing and even brought his team out during the service to evaluate other work at my residence.  Their team was extremely professional, produced high quality results, and was extremely well priced.  This was by far my best experience on Angie's List and I highly recommend D&R to anyone who needs work done.
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Recommended by82%of homeowners
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LS Tree & Lawn Care, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ruidoso Downs, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of Tree care and Tree services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!\n\n

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AddingtonTreeRemovalLLC
New to Angi

Serving Ruidoso Downs, NM and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Addington Tree Removal LLC is a trusted tree service company proudly serving Southern New Mexico. We specialize in safe, efficient tree removal, expert pruning, and complete property cleanup. Our goal is simple—deliver high-quality work, protect your property, and leave every job cleaner than we found it

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

The safest way to cut down a tree is to make sure you’re completely prepared and have done all the necessary safety checks, including double-checking your equipment is in good working order, you have plenty of clearance to fell the tree, you’re wearing all the safety gear, and you have a partner to help you (who should also be wearing safety gear). 

Though summer is not ideal, you can do some light pruning during this time of year. Just make sure it’s not excessive. Vigorous pruning will stress the tree and impact next year’s growth. Generally, August to September are the best summer-pruning months, particularly for fruit trees.

If tree branches cross well into your property line, in many cases, these branches become part of your property, and you can trim them up until your neighbor’s property line. However, this issue will vary based on local ordinances, so you should do your research before making any decisions. Better yet, speak with your neighbor about how to handle any tree issues. 

If you don’t mind the branches, you can leave them be, but if they’re becoming a hazard, it’s definitely worth having a conversation.

Lightning can cause massive damage, fires, and openings for other threats like bugs or fungal diseases. Barring any large fires or explosions, it’s difficult to tell how much damage a lightning strike has done until after a thorough inspection. Contact local authorities immediately if lightning strikes a tree in your yard and it causes a fire or explosion.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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