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L. Moore Tree Service
4.9(
147
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Serving Cayuga, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job of removing a huge split branch before it broke off and crashed through the roof. Logan Moore and his crew were efficient, professional and pleasant. They raked up every twig. Very good price for a big job. I'm pleased with their work and would definitely recommend L Moore Tree Service."
3 spruce next to house
Full tree removal
Storm damage tree removal
Soft maple between two houses and over power lines
Soft maple #2

+6

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Emmett Tree Service
5.0(
7
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Serving Cayuga, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Needed a tree removed from my backyard that was beginning to become problematic for me and my neighbor. I called up Emmett tree service and was very impressed. They worked very efficiently, and were very cautious of both properties as they worked. The Owners were also very nice and easy to work with and answered all my questions. One of the best tree services I’ve used in a long time and will be contacting again soon."
Land clearance
Land clearance
Tree removal
Tree removal
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R and M Stump Grinding
5.0(
6
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Serving Cayuga, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Clean and professional image. Top notch service with reasonable price. Stump was completely cleaned up and With the top soil and seed he brought the stump is absolutely gone"
Response time40 mins
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

Debris removal is often included in the overall cost of having a tree removed from your property. However, tree maintenance service companies do not always include debris removal in their pricing, so ask any contractors offering tree trimming cost estimates whether or not removal is included. If you want to keep the wood mulch, ask if they charge extra for it as well.

If a tree stump is removed properly, the chances of a tree growing back are low. However, if a tree has a robust root system, roots can sometimes sprout and someday grow into a tree. The chance of regrowth will depend on several factors such as the type of tree, soil quality, and strength of the root system. In general, it is not recommended to plant a tree where a stump was removed.

If you don’t cut down a dead, dying, or diseased tree, it can become a nesting place for pests like mosquitos, bees, beetles, wasps, fly larvae, and more. Some pests will live in the tree, while others will feed off the decaying wood. Unhealthy trees are also more likely to fall over, potentially injuring people and causing damage to your property.

Burning a tree stump can be effective, but it comes with safety considerations and isn’t always best for every situation. It's essential to check local regulations and assess the safety risks involved. Stumps that are near wooden structures or other non-moveable flammable objects aren’t good candidates for burning due to the risk of the fire spreading. Alternatives like grinding or a DIY stump rotting project might be safer and quicker for getting the job done.

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