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Richter's Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Richter's Tree Service was a perfect fit for my tree and stump removal needs. They were prompt, professional, friendly, and left the site pristinely free of all debris. I couldn't be more pleased, and will look to them for all future projects."
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming

+25

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ER Tree Service
4.6(
284
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edwin is the best! He arrived quickly to evaluate my large tree which needed to come down and in a few days it was done while I was out of town. After the ice storm there were a few other limbs which needed to be taken down and he is coming back in a couple days to get that done. He is professional and his price was very good for the work he did. I would definitely hire him again."
tree removal
tree removal
tree removal
tree removal
tree removal

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Capital Pro Tree Removal
4.9(
26
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Brandon the owner was a pleasure to work with. I had him trim 3 large oak trees and remove 5 or 6 smaller trees. He also did the stump grinding. It was all done in a morning. They cleaned up everything, and you couldn't even tell they had been here by 1 PM."
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After

+2

Response time2 days
113 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by3%of homeowners
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Spence's Tree Care
4.2(
27
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After dealing with numerous tree removal services who failed to keep appointments, i finally contacted Spence’s who promptly responded, removed the tree in a professional manner. The prices were competitive and the employees were professional and competent. The tree was removed expeditiously and the grounds cleaned well. I highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Sterling’s Tree Removal
5.0(
5
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Tree Removal

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"Sterling was fantastic!! He got back to me within minutes of the request and came out that day to look over the job and give a quote/estimate. And it was a Sunday. A very fair price and completed the job later that same week. He was professional and so nice to work with. This young man is a go-getter and I would highly recommend him and his company to anyone who has a tree removal project and wants it done quickly, professionally, and done right at a fair price. Call Sterling Tree Removal Service First!! Thanks Sterling."
Large Maple Tree Removal
Large Maple Tree Removal
Large Maple Tree Removal
Large Maple Tree Removal
Large Maple Tree Removal

+38

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Taconic Tree
5.0(
2
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Altamont, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Taconic Tree was very quick to come out and aid us on our dead branches hanging over our business. They were extremely fast, affordable/fair pricing, the clean-up was so precise that you could not even tell that they were there! We are looking forward to future business with Taconic Tree."
Response time50 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

There are several signs that may indicate a tree needs to be cut down. These include visible damage to the trunk or branches, a hollow trunk, extensive storm damage, or a significant lean to one side. Other warning signs are pest infestations or the tree growing too close to a house, power lines, or other structures. It is best to hire a professional arborist to inspect the tree, as they can determine if it can be saved or if removal is necessary.

Planting a palm tree close to your home can provide shade while elevating the beauty of your yard. However, there are a few safety concerns to consider before doing so. You’ll want to opt for a smaller tree with a non-invasive root system. Select a species that won’t grow too tall and choose a planting location that won’t damage your home.

Transporting a fully-grown tree requires heavy equipment, typically specialized for the task. A tree spade is a truck-mounted tool that removes the tree from the ground in one location, transports it, and places it in a new hole in a new location. A combination of mechanized shovels and lifts is necessary to move very large trees, and the exact tools often depend on location and the surrounding area.

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