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Avatar for Muolo's Tree Service
Muolo's Tree Service
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul was very personable and knowledgeable. He cut down several dead, very tall old trees in the back of our lot. It was done efficiently. The trees were cut down and taken away and debris cleaned up sufficiently. I would recommend Muolo's Tree Service and if need further tree removal in the future will most likely be calling on his again."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M.Snyder Construction
4.8(
19
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our backyard ground cover was out of control and needed to be removed, along with raking and removing leaves from our easement and general spring clean-up. Jay was great to work with from start to finish. This was not an easy job, but he and his crew had our yard looking beautiful in under three hours. We definitely will be using Snyder & Sons Lawn and Landscaping for fall and spring clean-up in the future, as well as other landscaping projects.."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Lawton Land Management
5.0(
1
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Tree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Lawton Land Management! They cleared branches and brush from our yard quickly and did an outstanding job. From the first message, they were incredibly responsive and had us scheduled within 24 hours. The work was completed efficiently, and they were respectful, courteous, and professional throughout the entire process. It’s hard to find a company that’s this reliable and easy to work with. We will definitely use them again for future projects!"
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J R Treescapes LLC
5.0(
16
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Cato, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had the pleasure of working with James at J R Treescapes LLC and the experience exceeded all expectations. From the initial consultation to the final cleanup, their professionalism, skill, and attention to detail were truly impressive. They handled a challenging tree removal project with precision and care, ensuring the safety of surrounding structures and landscaping. Communication was clear and timely throughout the process, and the job was completed efficiently and on schedule. The site was left spotless — you’d never know there had been a massive tree there just hours before. I would highly recommend them for any and all tree services!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate92%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Finding a reliable arborist starts with researching specialists in your area and checking their licensing and certifications. Use online resources like the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to conduct research on each company. Next, contact the arborist and ask the following questions to see whether they are the right fit for your project:

  • Do you handle or specialize in dealing with the issue I’m having?

  • Are you fully insured?

  • Do you have customer references I can call?

  • Do you have any third-party certifications?

  • What equipment and strategies do you plan to use?

There are a few general rules to follow that will help you prune your trees correctly. One of the most important rules is to prune during the correct season for the type of tree you have. Typically, pruning should be during late winter. For younger trees, you should not remove more than a ⅓ of the tree's crown when pruning. Also, remember to remove dead and diseased branches first, then proceed with pruning the rest of the tree.

Most tree removals take 3-8 hours, requiring additional time for stump grinding or debris hauling.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

Tree roots can take weeks to years to die, depending on the method you use. Chemical herbicides take the least amount of time—typically between three and four weeks—while homemade methods, like covering an old stump with leaves, could take between seven and eight years. If you’re unsure which method to use or how quickly you need to act, consulting with a pro is always a good idea.

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