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Last update on April 16, 2026

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Avatar for JL Home Services
JL Home Services
4.7(
7
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Black River, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He came out and checked out our issue. Unfortunately, it was bigger than we thought and he was not able to help, but he was very nice to work with and went above and beyond to help us come to a better understanding."
Commercial Customer
Barber Workstation
Workstation
Vanity Mirror
Vanity Mirror

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Precision Grading
5.0(
1
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Black River, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Precision Grading was super timely, very efficient, and did a great job. The price was right also. I highly recommend."
New home construction
New home construction
New home construction
New home construction
New home construction

+10

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trump Excavation and Land Clearing
5.0(
1
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove

Serving Black River, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tyler and his crew were very professional and friendly as well as priced extremely fair for the quality and speedy work he did! Cant wait to have him back in the spring to clear some land!"
Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Down Right Tree Experts
5.0(
9
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Black River, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Down Right Tree Experts was everything they advertised. They showed up when they said they would, did the job just like they said they would, and when they left my yard was cleaned up. I highly recommend them, and will be calling them back in the future when i need their services again. Great job guys. Thanks"
Ethan Francis
Ethan Francis
Ethan Francis
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+1

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Northern Timber Management
4.2(
14
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Tree Trimming

Serving Black River, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Evan the owner was very courteous and information/ if I didnâ t get a deal from my landscaper I definitely would have hired Evan - great price and guy!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Covell Tree Service
4.6(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Black River, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great experience! Got a call within an hour of my request to get a quote. Came the next day to quote the job, and the job was done the day after that. Extremely fair cost! Would highly recommend Covell Tree Service to anyone in need of tree trimming/removal."
Response time1 day
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Grace Jane Contracting
4.7(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Black River, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My floors came out awesome! And they finished ahead of schedule! Will definitely recommend to friends and family!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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North Country Tree Service
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Black River, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

"Excellent work, safety awareness and best pricing for the job. Would highly recommend North Country Tree Service. They took down a “huge” oak tree between an ornate metal fence and my lake house cabin with no damage to any property. Rafter does know his business! Feel free to use this as a high recommendation. Pictures of take-down operation are available."
Safe now!
Maple tree
Maple tree
Safe now!
Maple tree

+29

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

An arborist specializes in tree care, performing tasks such as pruning, treating diseases, and removing hazardous trees. They also assess soil conditions, plant trees, and develop landscaping plans to ensure healthy growth. They also manage debris cleanup, inspect equipment, and record maintenance activities. Arborists often collaborate with landscapers and professional tree maintenance services, applying their specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills to maintain tree health and safety.

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

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.

You should plant trees at least 15 to 20 feet away from your house, and more if the tree will grow large and spread its limbs. Trees pose several dangers to houses when planted too close. They can litter the roof with leaves and branches, create fire hazards, make a ladder for larger pests, and even damage the foundation as their roots grow.

While the fastest way to kill a tree is to simply cut it down, there are several other methods to choose from. You should hire a professional tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure your personal and property safety. Some slower but effective options include treating or grinding the tree stump or using a basal bark treatment. 

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