"Woodchuck Tree Service did a fantastic job for us at a reasonable price. They made some recommendations to improve the appearance of trees on our property. The cleanup procedure was very well done. We are happy repeat customers and would recommend to anyone wanting excellent tree maintenance."
"Miguel was very easy to work with. I had a large oak tree with a lot of dead branches trimmed. Work was done professionally and cleanup was exceptional. Price was very reasonable. Would used Innovation Tree Services again. Highly recommend!"
"Very professional and nice..took care of putting wood on lawn as it was soft and cleaned up sidewalk where machine went over..highly recommend..happy with results and husband was too when he came home..."
"The tree work that we had done who is done professionally and done on time . All of the employees were very helpful and work well together . We couldn’t have asked for a better job or a better crew to complete our tree removal of several trees. We would highly recommend them for anyone to have their work done by A-One tree and landscaping . They were very kind and helpful for any changes or additions. We had suggested. Thank you A-One again for your services and respect."
"Highly recommend! Had several tree stumps removed from my yard and the whole process was smooth from start to finish. Bill was professional, responsive, and worked fast. Everything was cleaned up really well afterward too. I’d definitely use him again for future work."
"Max and Dan of Kustom Tree Care Inc. are professional, friendly, and professional. They trimmed our large maple and cherry blossom trees with great care and precision. While they worked, they joked with each other and they genuinely enjoyed working together. I could speak with them as they worked and get to know them well enough to know them and their commitment to high-quality work. They cleaned everything up beautifully. I would hire them again in a heartbeat. I highly recommend them for your yard's tree care"
"The company did a great job removing the tree and stump, left us with clear instructions on how to care for the seeded area after the removal. Was very responsive to emails. Would absolutely hire again."
"The response time for my request for an estimate was fantastic..... arriving the next day. The job was scheduled and completed in a very narrow window of time in between coming and going Renters at my cottage. The degree of difficulty for this job was extremely high with two massive trees overhanging my cottages and my decks . Both trees were felled with but one minor incident....which was taken care of on the spot. Both the owner and his crew were extremely professional.if you need a tree climbing arborist This is your man!!"
You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.
If you’re taking down a tree that you don’t suspect is affected by disease or pests and it’s nowhere near your home or other structures, then calling in a tree company should work fine. However, anything more involved means an arborist is a better option. These pros have years of experience with tree removal and can safely take down trees located next to structures, and they have the tools, sanitization equipment, and experience to remove sick or dying trees without infecting nearby trees.
Getting a tree pro with the right experience can be the difference between your transplanted tree surviving or not. When hiring a local tree transplanting and removal service, follow up on references, check their portfolio, ask for a breakdown of the costs, and get proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance.
The ideal depth of a tree notch depends on the tree, but it should usually be between 20% and 25% of the tree’s depth. However, if the tree is leaning towards the direction of the notch, it can be cut more shallowly—at as little as 10% of the depth. When the tree is leaning away from the direction it needs to be felled, you can cut deeper, closer to 30%.
Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.
It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.
The Henrietta, NY homeowners’ guide to arboricultural services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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