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Vivid Services, LLC
4.9(
180
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job by the guys. Had the right equipment for the job. Took a 95ft tree down between 2 houses with no problem. Lumber stacked in nice pile right where i asked. Good cleanup. Will hire again when the nect trees are ready"
Response time2 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Deyo's Tree Service, LLC
4.7(
78
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

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"review for Bob Deyo We had  a 120 year old silver maple tree in our backyard that was growing really close to our house.  We wanted to figure out if we should prune it back or take down the tree entirely. A person at Cornell recommended Deyo's Tree Service to us. We got several quotes from different companies, and we were so impressed with Bob's experience and knowledge. Of all the companies we contacted, Bob was the only one who insisted that our tree had to come down because it was dangerous for us. Well, a few days later, we hired a certified arborist and he said that the tree couldn't be saved and should be taken down for safety reasons. We are so grateful that Bob insisted that we take the tree down. Other companies were trying to save the tree, but if we had listened to them, we would have put our lives at risk! We are so thankful that we had Bob's expertise.Â"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Erik's Tree Service
4.8(
18
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"A professional who keeps in regular contact with you to notify you of scheduling and other issues is hard to find. So I truly appreciated that Erik always kept me informed about when he was coming or if there was any change. He did an excellent job in removing several large maple trees from my yard one of which was very near the hwy and could have been disastrous if not done with care. He also includes cutting the wood into rounds and chipping all the branches which arenâ t included in other tree trimming services. Iâ m very pleased about every aspect of his service and will heartily recommend him to any friend in need of such services."
Tree Work
Tree Removals
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Double M Industries LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

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"Double M did a fabulous job with the work we needed including excavation , site work,and a concrete pad. They were professional , knowledgable and had excellent customer service . We would highly recommend them and were very happy with the completed work ."
Driveways
Driveways
Driveways
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Lawn lovers landscaping
New to Angi

Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

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I'm Darren I have 10 years of construction experience I'm OSHA certified I offer many services including lawn and property maintenance, tree service, junk removal, excavating and more. I service Scranton Pa, wilkesbarre Pa, Tunkhannock PA, and surrounding areas and also Binghamton NY vestal NY, and owego NY, \n

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Michael Decker Logging and Tree Service
5.0(
49
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Serving Afton, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very friendly. Organized, arrived on time. Answered my questions and gave me the best quote in the area. They worked safely and removed 4 maples trees near the house. The job was done in one day and I am very pleased. I would highly recommend Michael to anyone who is a perfectionist and values good customer service, a fast response and job completion above and beyond expectation. He even cleaned up any wood chips and small branches left over from a recent storm. There was absolutely nothing I had to do. Thank you Mike!"
Pine Tree
Pine Tree
Very Tall Pine Tree
Very Tall Pine Tree
Honey Locust Tree

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Response time2 days
Response rate89%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can find pruning paints and sealants for trees, but you shouldn’t use them on a topped tree. Coatings like these often inhibit the tree’s healing process. An important exception is if there are dangerous fungi nearby that the tree is particularly vulnerable to, like oaks and oak wilt. Sealing cuts can help prevent fungi from taking root.

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

The best time to transplant a tree is when it is dormant. For many trees, this means either in the fall after the leaves have dropped (around October or November) or in early spring before new growth begins (around March). The ideal timing can depend on the type of tree. Deciduous trees do well when moved in early spring or fall, while evergreens are best transplanted in early spring or late summer. For example, pine trees are best moved in early fall, but maples prefer late fall. Avoid transplanting in winter, as the frozen or hard, cold soil poses a significant risk to the roots and prevents the tree from acclimating properly.

It’s not always easy to tell when a tree is dying, although signs like dropping branches and brittle bark can sometimes offer clues. It can also be difficult to know whether a tree is dead or dormant, especially if it’s a deciduous tree. You’ll want to wait until a growth season to get a good idea of a tree’s health. When in doubt, contact an arborist for a consultation.

Tree roots are hearty and complex systems, so they don’t die immediately after the rest of the tree is removed. If you leave the root system in place, it takes anywhere from two to seven years for it to run out of nutrients. It is worth noting, however, that the roots stop growing and expanding after cutting down the rest of the tree.

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