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Avatar for Hudson Valley Stump Grinding
Hudson Valley Stump Grinding
4.9(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Damon from Hudson Valley Stump Grinding did a great job on 6 tree stumps that have been a pain for me to mow around and then have to weed whack what the mower missed. Watching him do the work my heart kept saying thank you, thank you, thank you. No heart attack for me trying to remove these buggers. Damon gave me the best estimate of three different estimates and he came and removed the stumps the day after he gave me the estimate. WOOOOWWW! I highly recommend Damon from Hudson Valley Stump Grinding. Very friendly and did a super job."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tree Fellers, Inc.
4.9(
115
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Tree Fellers for some removal and trimming work. Robert and Laurie Ann responded quickly and provided a very fair quote the same evening. Everyone arrived on time and the job was finished efficiently. Very satisfied with Tree Fellers and would highly recommend them to anyone."
Large Removals
Spider lift is ideal for tight locations
Spider Lift Tree Removals
Spider Lift Tree Removals
Tree Work

+20

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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WILLOWTREE ARBORISTS
5.0(
14
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, responsive, professional service. We had a large locust tree and a medium sized pine removed promptly after the insured conract was signed. This is definatly an up and coming arborist company in the area, and will recieve business from myself in the future for all projects small and big."
Large Locust Medium Pine
Large Locust Medium Pine
Large Locust Medium Pine
Large Locust Medium Pine
Large Locust Medium Pine

+27

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Orozco Landscaping & Tree Service
Orozco Landscaping & Tree Service
4.7(
124
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was extremely happy with the work that was done. They cut down about 18 trees from my backyard. They cleaned up and even cut my hedges for free. I was so happy with the job they did I hired them to landscape my backyard."
Removal Tree
Removal Tree
Removel Stump Grinding
Removel Stump Grinding
Removel Stump Grinding

+26

Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Salazar and Sons INC
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough positive things about this group. They were punctual, professional, and showed great attention to detail. And they offered very competitive pricing to boot! They worked all day on my yard, eliminating and removing 2 large oak trees, an extremely tall hickory tree, 9 pine trees, and a "widow-maker" deciduous tree in 100 degree heat. My kids and I tried to bring them food, drinks, chairs, etc... , but we had to be EXTREMELY forceful for them to accept our offering. I'm very tight-fisted with money, but I opted to tip over $400 because of my appreciation and respect for the work they performed."
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+20

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Orlando Trees LLC
5.0(
5
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Tree Removal

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Orlando responded quickly to my inquiry for six dead tree take-downs. He came out to the property on time and gave a full and clear estimate of the cost and scope of the job. He and his team were ready to go the next day, came early, and worked quicky and efficiently. I will use them again in the future."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Genesis A
4.7(
10
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a well established business with over 10 years of unmatched expertise. Customer and priorities are always first. We are very timely with our work and never lose attention to detail. Please call us today for an estimate. We look forward to working with you.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It’s not as common for Dutch elm disease to affect other types of trees, especially if the surrounding trees aren’t elms. However, it is possible for DED to spread to other trees, particularly in northern states, like Minnesota. In fact, it’s a good idea to use geography to identify wood and determine which types of trees are in your yard. 

Unfortunately, the complex and shallow root system of elm trees makes surrounding elm trees particularly vulnerable to DED. Early discovery is key!

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

Bleach can potentially kill some types of delicate ornamental trees, but for the most part, it will only kill the foliage it comes in contact with. Applying bleach is not an effective method of killing a tree. A better option is to use an herbicide, which is a chemical compound designed to effectively kill a tree. 

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

No. Most of the time, suckers are only a sign that the tree is experiencing stress. However, they can also be the canary in the coal mine, letting you know that something else is stressing your tree. If you have lots of suckers on your tree, calling in an arborist or a tree care expert is always a good call to determine the cause and develop a solution that de-stresses your tree.

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