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Avatar for Minimally Invasive Tree Removal
Minimally Invasive Tree Removal
4.8(
74
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Colonie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"MICTS was a perfect fit for my project. We cut nearly 90 trees. They have a small nimble loader that minimized damage to other trees and vegetation while working in tight spaces. Will is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, accommodating, and was a pleasure to work with. The crew was also easy to work with and did a professional job. I will recommend MICTS to anyone for sure."
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2022 Tree Removal Pics

+7

Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Richter's Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
8
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Colonie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Richter's Tree Service was a perfect fit for my tree and stump removal needs. They were prompt, professional, friendly, and left the site pristinely free of all debris. I couldn't be more pleased, and will look to them for all future projects."
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming
Tree Trimming

+25

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ER Tree Service
4.6(
284
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Colonie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a triple trunk, huge silver maple in our back yard that needed to come down. Its location made access and removal tricky. We started this project 3 years ago and waited for someone to actually keep their promise of showing up to do the job. In total, we had spoken to 8 Tree Service Companies, but they kept ghosting us, and we determined they just didn’t want the job. Finally we found ER Tree Services. Edwin was great at communicating with us, agreed to remove our tree within 2 weeks and kept his word. His team showed up on time, went right to work and masterfully took down this huge tree. The workers were professional, polite and careful in the falling of the tree and the removal of all the debris. Our backyard look great when they finished their clean-up. Several neighbors reached out, saying how amazed they were watching this crew work with such skill and synchronicity. We absolutely can’t say enough positive things about Edwin and his team. They are the only Tree Service we would ever recommend"
tree removal
tree removal
tree removal
tree removal
tree removal

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sams Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
96
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Colonie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Samâ s Tree Service did a fantastic job! They were quick, efficient, and left everything clean and tidy. Highly recommend for anyone needing tree work done promptly and professionally"
Bucket Truck Work
Removing branches to get put into the chipper!
Brett cutting a tree to be removed!
Finished cutting down a pine tree!
Starting up the chipper!

+9

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Capital Pro Tree Removal
4.9(
28
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Colonie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Brandon the owner was a pleasure to work with. I had him trim 3 large oak trees and remove 5 or 6 smaller trees. He also did the stump grinding. It was all done in a morning. They cleaned up everything, and you couldn't even tell they had been here by 1 PM."
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+2

Response time2 days
111 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by3%of homeowners
JJH Property Maintenance
4.7(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Colonie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"JJH Property Maintenance removed a large tree from my front yard. They were able to completely remove the tree within one day! They were very professional and worked efficiently. I would recommend them to anyone looking for tree service!"
Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Spence's Tree Care
4.2(
27
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Colonie, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were extremely courteous and worked diligently until the job was completed to both their and our satisfaction. I have every intention of utilizing their services again in the near future for further tree removal and lawn care. I remain amazed to this day at the quality of work they were able to do with a minimum of invasiveness on the property. These gentlemen are professionals."
Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The best time to transplant a tree is when it is dormant. For many trees, this means either in the fall after the leaves have dropped (around October or November) or in early spring before new growth begins (around March). The ideal timing can depend on the type of tree. Deciduous trees do well when moved in early spring or fall, while evergreens are best transplanted in early spring or late summer. For example, pine trees are best moved in early fall, but maples prefer late fall. Avoid transplanting in winter, as the frozen or hard, cold soil poses a significant risk to the roots and prevents the tree from acclimating properly.

Pruning trees is important for several reasons. It improves tree health and strength by removing dead, diseased, or unwanted branches, which in turn encourages new growth and can help treat disease. For fruit trees, proper pruning can lead to a larger and better-quality harvest. Pruning also enhances safety by removing weak limbs that could break and fall, potentially causing injury or property damage, especially during storms. Beyond these functional benefits, pruning can also improve a tree's appearance. To ensure pruning is done correctly for the tree's long-term health, consider hiring a professional.

If an arborist is certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), the highest level of certification available is ISA Board Certified Master Arborist. According to the ISA, this credential is reserved for arborists “who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.” Check your arborist’s credentials before hiring to confirm their level of training and expertise.

Deciduous shade trees (the type of trees whose leaves fall off in autumn) need to be pruned in late winter—between February and March. That’s because it’s easier to find and remove sick or dead branches when no leaves are present. And wounds close and heal faster in colder temperatures so pruning them at this time also makes them less prone to infection.

Whether tree roots will continue to grow after a tree has been cut down depends on the species. Some tree roots will eventually die because they can no longer get nutrients through photosynthesis. However, other species that reproduce through root sprouts can continue to grow and produce new sprouts for seven years or more. For example, the roots of elms, ficus, and willows tend to regrow aggressively, while the roots of pines, oaks, and maples will typically die. To determine if a root system is still active, look for new sprouts on the old trunk, stump, or any exposed roots.

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