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Roadrunner Landscaping & Maintenance
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Tree Removal - For Business

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Santiago was a pleasure to work with. He and his staff were professional, courteous, and experienced. They did an excellent job landscaping the front bed, interior patio and back patio garden. I recommend Roadrunner Landscaping & Maintenance highly."
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Response time7 hrs
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
Green Leaf Landscaping
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Salem, NM and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"George has taken excellent care of all my landscaping needs for about 12 years now. He is a hard working, dependable, honest, pleasant man!! He takes pride in his work & it shows...I do not hesitate to recommend his services to neighbors & friends."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If you’re looking to rot a tree stump fast, potassium nitrate will work far quicker than copper nails. First, drill several holes into the stump using a power drill, then pour potassium nitrate pellets into the holes. Next, add water to help the chemical absorb into the wood, thoroughly soaking the stump to ensure the pellets dissolve and spread evenly. Afterward, cover the stump with a tarp to retain moisture and block sunlight, then place mulch on top to secure it in place.

Light-bark trees are most notorious for producing lots of sap when wounded. These varieties include maples, birches, poplars, dogwoods, magnolias, and elms, and they will bleed more when the trees are dormant. That’s why it’s a good idea to prune them in the summer months rather than waiting until winter.

While the trees in your backyard are good for the environment and look beautiful, they could present a danger to your home under the wrong circumstances. This task is typically beyond the capabilities of the average homeowner due to its dangerous nature, so it’s best to leave this task to a professional. In some cities, it’s even illegal to remove a tree yourself.

While the fastest way to kill a tree is to simply cut it down, there are several other methods to choose from. You should hire a professional tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure your personal and property safety. Some slower but effective options include treating or grinding the tree stump or using a basal bark treatment. 

Trimming your palm trees once or twice per year keeps them healthy and robust. Caring for palm trees includes cutting off brown leaves to prevent wildfires and pathway obstruction. However, you don’t want to over-trim the palm tree. Cutting too many branches off will weaken the tree and prevent future growth. And it’s essential to have a strong, healthy palm tree during hurricane season to prevent safety risks or property damage.

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