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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

"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(
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Dover Plains, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the first contact I made with Tree Fellers, I was treated with respect and professionalism. I highly recommend this company to anyone who is looking for tree work at their home or business. Truly exceptional experience from the beginning to completion."
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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(
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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!!!"
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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."
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Removel Stump Grinding
Removel Stump Grinding
Removel Stump Grinding

+26

Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
35 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

Before you cut down a dead palm tree, try to revive it using the methods listed above. However, there are instances when it makes sense to remove a dead palm tree, including:

  • The heavily infected tree will infect nearby trees, bushes, and plants.

  • The palm’s roots are overtaking your yard, foundation, and sidewalk and causing structural damage.

  • The tree is unstable and a hazard to your property, your neighbor’s property, and pedestrians.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

For safety reasons, leaning trees are best removed by a professional, as they may often tear away from the hinge, causing you to lose control over where the tree falls. If you choose to cut down a tree leaning slightly, avoid cutting off root protrusions before you start. Make your hinge a little longer than usual by cutting it deeper (up to 30% of the diameter) and applying a wedge into the felling cut on the side the tree is leaning. Stand away from the direction the tree leans while making your felling cut.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

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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