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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

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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%
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Bobs Tree & Stump Service
4.4(
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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."
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1776 Stump Grinding, LLC
4.9(
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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%
16 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

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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

"Larry and his helper did an excellent job trimming my trees, They also did a super job cleaning up. They are very reasonable price wise ,"
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"
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Perfect Edges Property Maintenance, LLC
4.7(
7
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Serving Amherst, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hire these guys.........personable and expert. You won't be sorry. Have had them for Lawn Maint and SNOWPLOWING. (for years) on G Island No complaints Prof. Samuel J. Di Christina [email protected]"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You don’t always need a permit to grind a stump, but you might need one depending on your location and the stump’s surroundings. Permits are often needed if the stump is part of a protected tree species, near public areas or utility lines, or close to environmentally sensitive zones like wetlands. Some cities also regulate noise and work hours. Always check local rules before grinding, and contact your city or county office if you're unsure.

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.

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

The best tools for tree removal include a chainsaw for large trees, an ax for notching and cutting down small trees, and a wedge to help control the direction a tree falls in. A hatchet can be useful for very small trees, but won’t be effective for medium to large trees. 

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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