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Matthew's Landscaping

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Matthew's Landscaping

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Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Matthew's Landscaping is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

"Matthew was recommended to me through an aquaintence. I had many trees too close to the house. Matthew answered the phone on the first try and from that point on was a first class professional all the way. He explained everything from procedure to time frame to cost. His crew followed up exactly as was explained. They were polite, very hard workers, and did a magnificent job. They didnt leave a twig, carted all of the debris away and cut the logs into fireplace length and even stacked them for me. I highly recommend them and will hire them again!! The picture is one the stacks of wood ....This is a first class outfit!!"

Brad J on October 2025

Matthew's Landscaping is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

"Matthew was recommended to me through an aquaintence. I had many trees too close to the house. Matthew answered the phone on the first try and from that point on was a first class professional all the way. He explained everything from procedure to time frame to cost. His crew followed up exactly as was explained. They were polite, very hard workers, and did a magnificent job. They didnt leave a twig, carted all of the debris away and cut the logs into fireplace length and even stacked them for me. I highly recommend them and will hire them again!! The picture is one the stacks of wood ....This is a first class outfit!!"

Brad J on October 2025


Brayman Lawn Care

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Brayman Lawn Care

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5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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The Davey Tree Expert Company

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The Davey Tree Expert Company

4.79(
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Call today for a free consultation. Our team of certified arborists provides expert tree services, trimming, removals, insect and disease prevention and more. All Davey Tree specialists are licensed, bonded and insured and committed to personalized client service and accomplishing your property goals. Contact us today to get started!

"Professional customer service and expert advice for challenging lawn issue (moss)."

Dawn J on April 2024

Call today for a free consultation. Our team of certified arborists provides expert tree services, trimming, removals, insect and disease prevention and more. All Davey Tree specialists are licensed, bonded and insured and committed to personalized client service and accomplishing your property goals. Contact us today to get started!

"Professional customer service and expert advice for challenging lawn issue (moss)."

Dawn J on April 2024


DAWN & THE BUSY BEES LLC

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DAWN & THE BUSY BEES LLC

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

Dawn& The Busy Bees LLC. understands that your landscape is a dynamic part of your property that adds beauty and value. And that’s a responsibility we take very seriously. We provide flowerbed creations, maintenance and repair. Give us a call and get the best weeders in town. Trimming, mulching, walkways, planting etc. We don't mow lawns. We are an insured company.

"I would definitely recommend them because I am very satisfied with the service they are providing to me. They do a great job and they are professional."

Tanya O on April 2022

Dawn& The Busy Bees LLC. understands that your landscape is a dynamic part of your property that adds beauty and value. And that’s a responsibility we take very seriously. We provide flowerbed creations, maintenance and repair. Give us a call and get the best weeders in town. Trimming, mulching, walkways, planting etc. We don't mow lawns. We are an insured company.

"I would definitely recommend them because I am very satisfied with the service they are providing to me. They do a great job and they are professional."

Tanya O on April 2022


We specialize in sealcoating, crack sealing, filling potholes, minor asphalt repairs, and pavement line striping. We Also provide professional landscape maintenance & lawn care services to both Commercial and Residential Customers.


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the Mayhem Managers Cleaning Service

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the Mayhem Managers Cleaning Service

4.58(
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Customers say: Quality work
20 years of experience

We are The Mayhem Managers Cleaning Service. We manage all facets of creating a clean, stress-free, and organized home at an affordable price. We've adopted Mrs. Meyers Clean Day aromatherapy cleaning solutions. These products are safer for your home, family, pets, and mother earth. We have top of the line & regularly serviced Dyson vacuum cleaners and Rug Doctor Carpet shampooers. We use as little paper/plastic waste products as possible. Microfiber cloths have reduced our waste impact significantly. We also do car cleaning, attempt stain/odor removal, and detailing using these same organic solutions. We specialize in meticulous cleaning and helping develop organization skills. We also are able to help decorate, paint, and do whatever it takes to freshen up your home and yard. We have other employees to accommodate larger projects. We can even help organize parties, family gatherings, decorate for the holidays and yard-sales. Prefer to be contacted by phone, if necessary feel free to contact by email [email protected] 518 441 4611

"Excellent300"

Susie M on July 2018

We are The Mayhem Managers Cleaning Service. We manage all facets of creating a clean, stress-free, and organized home at an affordable price. We've adopted Mrs. Meyers Clean Day aromatherapy cleaning solutions. These products are safer for your home, family, pets, and mother earth. We have top of the line & regularly serviced Dyson vacuum cleaners and Rug Doctor Carpet shampooers. We use as little paper/plastic waste products as possible. Microfiber cloths have reduced our waste impact significantly. We also do car cleaning, attempt stain/odor removal, and detailing using these same organic solutions. We specialize in meticulous cleaning and helping develop organization skills. We also are able to help decorate, paint, and do whatever it takes to freshen up your home and yard. We have other employees to accommodate larger projects. We can even help organize parties, family gatherings, decorate for the holidays and yard-sales. Prefer to be contacted by phone, if necessary feel free to contact by email [email protected] 518 441 4611

"Excellent300"

Susie M on July 2018


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Elite Property Care, LLC

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Elite Property Care, LLC

4.35(
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Customers say: Super punctual
25 years of experience

Elite Property Care, LLC brings over a decade of experience in landscape design and implementation, patio and retaining wall installation, lawn and garden care and property maintenance to residential and commercial customers, home owners associations and property management companies. Elite Property Care is a family owned and operated business committed to providing the best in customer service. That is why we customize our landscape design and property maintenance programs to fit your property needs and budget.

"The initial meeting was great, the owner showed up on time, fully explained all that would be completed in detail. Within 2 days we had a written contract and were scheduled. They showed up as scheduled with a full crew and installed our walkway beautifully. We are very pleased with the product, the professional install and manners of the company. Now for the down side. We were left with numerous gouges in our lawn and the cobble stones that were slid toward our foundation were not spread back out to the walkway. The gouges and ruts left by their equipment required us to hire our own landscapers to repair and reseed. They left quite a mess of a well maintained property, and never even laced New seed or attempt to repair damage they created. We love our new paving project, but feel they could have repaired what they tore up. We fully understand that construction projects will create some disruption, but feel this was excess and there was no offer to repair it. We would call on them again, but cautiously on how much damage."

Doug S on October 2019

Elite Property Care, LLC brings over a decade of experience in landscape design and implementation, patio and retaining wall installation, lawn and garden care and property maintenance to residential and commercial customers, home owners associations and property management companies. Elite Property Care is a family owned and operated business committed to providing the best in customer service. That is why we customize our landscape design and property maintenance programs to fit your property needs and budget.

"The initial meeting was great, the owner showed up on time, fully explained all that would be completed in detail. Within 2 days we had a written contract and were scheduled. They showed up as scheduled with a full crew and installed our walkway beautifully. We are very pleased with the product, the professional install and manners of the company. Now for the down side. We were left with numerous gouges in our lawn and the cobble stones that were slid toward our foundation were not spread back out to the walkway. The gouges and ruts left by their equipment required us to hire our own landscapers to repair and reseed. They left quite a mess of a well maintained property, and never even laced New seed or attempt to repair damage they created. We love our new paving project, but feel they could have repaired what they tore up. We fully understand that construction projects will create some disruption, but feel this was excess and there was no offer to repair it. We would call on them again, but cautiously on how much damage."

Doug S on October 2019


Albany Home Repairs

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Albany Home Repairs

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Stephen Colfels has been providing homeowners in the Capital District with quality home repairs, home improvement, remodeling and restoration services for the past 40 years.

Stephen Colfels has been providing homeowners in the Capital District with quality home repairs, home improvement, remodeling and restoration services for the past 40 years.


"Sam’s Tree Service did a great job taking down 6 trees in our yard. Sam and his team showed up on time, took great care to not damage our landscaping, and completed everything in one day. They cleaned up after themselves really well and were very professional. We were particularly impressed with how they rigged up a zip line to safety drop branches away from our landscaping. We look forward to using them again and have already recommended them to a neighbor. 5 stars!"

Robert C on October 2024

We are a Tree removal business that offers affordable prices on all Tree care. We have 10 plus years experience and are equipped to handle any situation that is thrown are way

"Sam’s Tree Service did a great job taking down 6 trees in our yard. Sam and his team showed up on time, took great care to not damage our landscaping, and completed everything in one day. They cleaned up after themselves really well and were very professional. We were particularly impressed with how they rigged up a zip line to safety drop branches away from our landscaping. We look forward to using them again and have already recommended them to a neighbor. 5 stars!"

Robert C on October 2024


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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

Whether you should remove the roots of a dead tree depends on whether they’re damaging nearby areas. For instance, if the roots continue to grow near sidewalks, driveways, or the foundation of your home, they can cause damage. If you want to plant something else in that spot, removing the roots can make it easier for the new tree or plant to grow.

While you can leave roots in the ground, if you don’t want the shrub to regrow again over time, it’s best not to leave any roots behind. Ensure you remove as much of the shrub as possible, including the root ball and any main roots you can see, to prevent new growth. Some gardeners opt for using a chemical treatment to prevent the stump from growing back, but this can kill beneficial microorganisms living in your soil.

The felling notch you make before you make the final cut will determine which way the tree will fall. The cut will be in a wedge or triangle, and the tree will fall from the highest point of the triangle. You can use this, as well as the process described above, to estimate where a tree will fall. 

If the tree is very small—under 4 or 5 inches in diameter—and you’re experienced handling a chainsaw, you may be able to cut down the tree on your own, provided there’s plenty of room for it to fall. 

However, felling even small trees can be dangerous, and it’s always advisable to have a spotter on hand. This will help make sure the tree doesn’t fall the wrong way or that branches aren’t about to fall on you while you’re working.

The main disadvantage of stump grinding is that it requires use of heavy and dangerous machinery, meaning you should hire a professional to tackle it, increasing the removal cost. Another drawback of stump grinding is that it can cause root decay in the root system left behind. The remaining wood may develop this type of decay, making it difficult to replant a new tree or plant in that spot in the future.

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