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Avatar for Hudson Valley Stump Grinding
Hudson Valley Stump Grinding
4.9(
124
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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

"Very prompt and professional. I told him what I wanted done and left. When he was done it was exactly what I wanted. NB he leaves the wood chips in place. I plan on using them for footpaths."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
1 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

"Stop your search here. Tree Fellers did amazing work for us. Robert and Laurie-Ann came to our home within a day of our request for quote. Unlike others, they provided an itemized quote with photos. We chose them because they were so organized, honest, responsive and kind. For real, super nice people. Then, the work started. Whoa, did they hustle! The crew was super professional and didn’t mind as we watched them climb trees, trim tops, take down gigantic (rotting/dead) trees. We were amazed at the care they took to protect our home and property. They chipped everything right here on site and we have massive piles of chips to use for mulching this spring. We have many trees and will surely need more work done. We won’t need to search for who to use. It will be Tree Fellers"
Large Removals
Spider lift is ideal for tight locations
Spider Lift Tree Removals
Spider Lift Tree Removals
Tree Work

+20

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

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired Willow Tree Arborists for a large tree removal job and was extremely satisfied with every aspect of their service. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone needing professional and reliable tree care. ?From the initial consultation to the final cleanup, the entire team demonstrated exceptional professionalism and a keen attention to detail. The job involved removing some very large branches that hung precariously over my home, and I was particularly impressed with their commitment to safety. They meticulously planned and executed the cuts, clearly prioritizing the protection of my property throughout the entire process. It was evident that putting safety first is a core value of their operation. ?Beyond their outstanding work ethic, I was equally happy with their affordability. They provided a very competitive and reasonable quote, offering excellent value for the high quality of work performed.overall i had a great experience and highly recommend this company!!!"
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 RemovalTree TrimmingTree 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%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Salazar and Sons INC
4.7(
33
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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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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

You’ll have to balance up the cost, the value of the tree (sentimental or otherwise), and the risk factors. An experienced arborist will help you understand whether transplanting is likely to be successful. The cost and hassle of transplanting a large, well-established tree are often not worth it, especially if the species is fast-growing and easy to source. The decision depends on the age and species of the tree, the conditions in the new site location, and how careful the company is when digging out and moving the tree.

Ideally, you’ll have a good enough relationship with your neighbors that you can kindly mention this task in regular conversation. However, every neighbor (and neighborhood) is different. Your best bet will always be to ask directly and nicely, offering to contribute to the tree trimming efforts if you’d like. However, if you are bothered by the tree and your neighbor is unwilling to cut it, you can involve the help of the homeowners’ association or local authorities, if applicable.

If you’re wondering whether you can plant a tree where the stump was removed, know that the soil conditions won’t be ideal, so you should avoid it. The soil beneath the previous tree will likely be depleted of nutrients, plus there may be roots left behind that will seriously hinder the growth of a new tree. Also, if you use salt or other chemical solutions to kill the stump, these can linger in the soil for months or even years and prevent healthy growth. It’s best to choose a different spot that’s at least three feet away for a new tree, or wait at least a year and thoroughly amend the soil before you plant.

The lifespan of a bird's nest depends on the species. The building process can take from two days to three weeks. Once built, the nesting period for baby birds can last from two to ten weeks before they leave the nest. While most young birds are ready in two to six weeks, some predatory species may need up to two and a half months. Some species nest four to five times per year, so a nest could remain in use for several months. For specific information about a particular nest's longevity, it is best to consult a wildlife professional.

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