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Avatar for Good Andy's Tree Business, LLC
Good Andy's Tree Business, LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent worker! Really listened to what I wanted. Very knowledgeable and helpful. Cleaned up afterwards. Very fair price. I canâ t say enough good things about Andy! highly recommend this company!"
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bobs Tree & Stump Service
4.4(
104
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I requested quotes from six people five showed up. Bob's fell right in the middle of the group. After talking with Paul (the owner) about their process, time table, giving me certificates of insurance and really asking questions even about his equipment I felt most comfortable going with him. They showed up when they said they would his team worked absolutely great together each knowing exactly what they had to do. This tree extended into two neighbor's yards and they did a bang out job ! Everything was picked up and they were very professional ! I dont say this often but I am extremely pleased with their work and glad I chose them. I absolutely would recommend them."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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1776 Stump Grinding, LLC
4.9(
49
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nick was prompt, precise and reliable! He was very conscientious about not disturbing the plantings around the areas where he worked, leveled out the tree grindings and cleaned up any pieces of tree mulch from my porch and stair area. I would HIGHLY recommend him to complete your tree stump removal project!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NAKO Services, Inc.
4.8(
19
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did an excellent job with tree removal and cleanup. I would highly recommend them. Very affordable. We were extremely satisfied with their service."
Response time20 mins
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
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WNYTREEGUYS
4.5(
20
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a fantastic job - showed up early. Cleaned up after the work was done. Nothing for us to worry about. Did such a good job my neighbor hired him to do tree work for them as well. Highly recommend."
Tonawanda Removal
Tonawanda Removal
Clarence Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Trusted Tree Services
4.7(
13
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had several trees that needed trimming. The work was well done at a very reasonable price. The crew cleaned up our yard cleaner than when they started.. One of our branches we had removed overhung our neighborâ s yard. When the work was done, they went next door to make sure our neighbor was satisfied with the job. I would highly recommend Trusted Tree Service."
Removal
Ornamental Removal
Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Meta Tree Services
5.0(
7
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They arrived as promised. The cost was very reasonable. Both my very large blue spruce trees were removed efficiently and the clean up afterwards was excellent. I highly recommend Meta Tree Services"
Meta Tree Services
Meta Tree Services
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You may be looking to identify maple trees to use for home improvement projects. In that case, you can tell hard maples by looking at their leaves. Leaves will have a U-shaped dip, or sinus, between the points, or lobes, of the leaves. Leaves of soft maples tend to have V-shaped sinuses.

If you already have the cut wood in front of you, look for a light, uniform color to identify hard maple wood and check for variations of red, gray, or brown streaks and an overall darker color in soft maple wood.

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.

Trimming a tree can take anywhere from just two hours to a full day, depending on the age of the tree, the number of trees, and the species. Young trees are generally easier to trim, as their branches are often thinner in diameter and easier to reach compared to mature trees. They also tend to be healthier. If you haven’t trimmed your trees before or it’s been a while, the process could take even longer.

Generally, homeowners do not need permission to cut down a tree on their own private property, but there are several exceptions where a permit may be required. You might need a permit if the tree is particularly large, old, or a protected species, such as a heritage tree. Trees located near public property or power lines can also be subject to special rules. Additionally, many local governments and homeowners associations (HOAs) have regulations controlling which trees can be removed to manage an area's appearance or prevent the spread of invasive species. To avoid hefty fines, it is crucial to check with your local government and HOA to determine if a permit is needed before you begin.

It’s possible to transplant trees as tall as 50 feet when an experienced tree planting service uses the right equipment. However, a tree with a trunk larger than two or three inches in diameter needs to be handled by a professional in order to yield successful transplanting results. Consulting a tree planting professional is the best way to tell if your large tree can be safely transplanted.

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