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Avatar for Bobs Tree & Stump Service
Bobs Tree & Stump Service
4.5(
106
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Work was done punctually, safely, swiftly and with our backyard gazebo, shed, fence, etc in mind. All workers were courteous. They were the only company that we didn't have to take apart our fence and use the neighbors yard to enter. The owner Paul was wonderful to work with and always returned text messages. Cost was cheaper than all other companies and still excellent work and customer service. Highly recommend!"
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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NAKO Services, Inc.
4.8(
21
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

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 time2 days
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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East Coast Tree Choppers
4.5(
73
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

"Was impressed with the responsiveness of Jake. The service had to be rescheduled several times because of weather. Jake kept in contact and arranged for the job to be done on a Sunday. I was very happy with the quality of work done."
Stump grinding
Stump grinding
Stump grinding
Stump grinding
Stump grinding

+59

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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JoG Pressure Washing and Cleaning LLC
5.0(
9
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jason did an excellent job from the beginning. He responded promptly, gave an accurate estimate, researched what needed to be done, got the necessary supplies, and got the job done. He was very personable and explained what and how he planned to remove the poison ivy, going above and beyond to ensure it was all removed, roots included. I'd highly recommend him."
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+29

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RDK Landscaping
5.0(
10
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very satisfied with the work they did on our patio. They gave us a fair price and did a great job. The crew of 3 worked through some cold and wet weather conditions and even into the dark to finish. They showed outstanding work ethics. Definitely would recommend them."
Backyard Breeze
Jersey Dream
The Giant Ivy Tree
Emergency Tree Removal
Backyard Breeze

+99

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Joey K's Plowing & Landscaping
5.0(
6
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Tree Trimming

Serving Derby, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am pleased to leave a review. I Have worked with Joey K for a few years and the team is reliable, responsive, and does good work! I work directly with the owner and he is always pleasant. I have referred him and his company to others and will continue to do so. I trust him and his crew and that says alot bc I don’t trust anyone. I wish him many years of continued success and happy customers and clients."
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night lighting plant installation 2 of 4

+9

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You may be looking to identify maple trees to use for home improvement projects. In that case, you can tell hard maples by looking at their leaves. Leaves will have a U-shaped dip, or sinus, between the points, or lobes, of the leaves. Leaves of soft maples tend to have V-shaped sinuses.

If you already have the cut wood in front of you, look for a light, uniform color to identify hard maple wood and check for variations of red, gray, or brown streaks and an overall darker color in soft maple wood.

Often, it’s the homeowner’s responsibility to handle the aftermath when a neighbor’s tree falls on their property. But if a tree has been obviously dead for a significant period of time and caused damage when it fell, a case can be made that the owner should have removed it, especially if the neighbor wrote you a letter about the tree or asked you to take it down. This can be grounds for a successful lawsuit in claims court and is a good reason to always pay attention to your trees and remove dead trees before they fall.

Most experts recommend removing a tree that has sustained more than 25% loss in the limbs, trunk, or circumference of the bark. Doing an initial trimming of damaged and dangling branches, but then waiting a few days of monitoring to decide how much more you might need to cut can help you better assess the total damage to the tree. However, consulting a tree maintenance pro to make this determination the best course of action before removing a tree.

Yes, you can prune a palm tree with a chainsaw, but a chainsaw is overkill for a job like this. You risk damaging the tree if you make a bad cut. More commonly, you’ll need pruning shears or a serrated knife to trim a palm tree, or you can use a specialized pruning saw instead of a chainsaw.

DIY is risky and not recommended for large trees; professional services ensure safe removal and proper disposal.

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