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Arbtrek LLC
5.0(
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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Donald was excellent!!Never expected my ash tree to look so refreshed and healthy after removal of the ivy ( almost from the ground to the top of the tree)Honest, hardworking. He was at least $400 under the next lowest estimate. He was spot on his estimated time frame. . He is now my go to arborist for any of my work related to trees. I would recommend Donald at Arbtrek to anyone who wants excellent work for an honest price!! Just incredible!!"
Big pine removal
Big pine removal
Removals
Ash pruning!!!
Maple pruning

+2

30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ohana Tree Bros, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The Ohana Brothers were friendly and professional. They did an excellent job cleaning up. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing tree services."
Response time7 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Nevada Native Tree Care
5.0(
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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ray took two huge 40 yr old cotton trees down for me. He was amazing! They were directly over my house. He was safe, professional and got it cleaned up and finished in one day. I Highly recommend Nevada Native Tree Care."
Trees
Trees
Trees
Trees
Trees

+1

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
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Passion Built LLC
4.8(
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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alexander From Passion Built is very dedicated and knowledgeable about his job. On the job he consult constantly with the customer to have the exact result. I will definitely recommend Alexander."
Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Eagle Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Owner Nick was communicating promptly about appointment time and kept me posted about exact time of his arrival to my property. He was polite and understood well what I wanted to accomplish with trimming mature trees and bushes. I will use his companys services again. I highly recommend this company.."
Pruning
Removal
Structure Clearance
Crane Removal
Pruning

+1

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Alpenglow Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Travis , with Alpenglow Tree Service did a wonderful job! He removed a dead tree, trimmed dead branches off several other trees on our property, cut the wood and stacked it for us. He was a pleasure to work with, and I look forward to hiring him again."
Chunking
Stump shot
Perfect shot
Job well done
Burn pile

+3

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

Tree pruning is a common and helpful tree maintenance technique that involves carefully cutting and trimming unwanted branches so that the tree can continue to grow and thrive. Pruning is done carefully and intentionally. Tree topping is a frowned-upon method that involves removing and cutting most or the entirety of the top of the tree, including structurally important branches.

You can use herbicides to prevent roots from growing without killing the tree itself, however they must be used with caution. Systemic herbicides are absorbed by the root and can kill off problematic roots. However, herbicides can sometimes negatively impact nearby plants, so the solution is best used sparingly.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

The ideal time to prune a tree depends on the type of tree. Typically, late winter or early spring is a good time to prune but isn't always the case for "towering trees." It's best to trim when trees are dormant and before blooms appear but can vary depending on the tree type. It's always best to research the type of tree or ask a professional tree trimmer to determine when is the perfect time to prune your tree.

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