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Deyo's Tree Service, LLC
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Oxford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"review for Bob Deyo We had  a 120 year old silver maple tree in our backyard that was growing really close to our house.  We wanted to figure out if we should prune it back or take down the tree entirely. A person at Cornell recommended Deyo's Tree Service to us. We got several quotes from different companies, and we were so impressed with Bob's experience and knowledge. Of all the companies we contacted, Bob was the only one who insisted that our tree had to come down because it was dangerous for us. Well, a few days later, we hired a certified arborist and he said that the tree couldn't be saved and should be taken down for safety reasons. We are so grateful that Bob insisted that we take the tree down. Other companies were trying to save the tree, but if we had listened to them, we would have put our lives at risk! We are so thankful that we had Bob's expertise.Â"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Erik's Tree Service
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Oxford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Iâ ve dealt with other local tree services, and Erikâ s is the only one Iâ ll use again. Heâ s highly skilled, totally reliable, fair in his pricing, and he went out of his way to get the job done quickly to accommodate my schedule. Erik was professional, very personable, and generous in sharing his knowledge and experience. Iâ ve already recommended him to friends and relatives who need help with their trees."
Tree Work
Tree Removals
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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MRD Home Services, LLC
4.6(
24
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Tree Removal

Serving Oxford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had a fence installed in our backyard. Mark showed up on time, finished the work fast, cleaned up after, and the price was reasonable. A week after we had the fence installed a tree fell on it, damaged the top bar. Mark came out quickly and charged a nominal fee to fix it. He was great. Highly recommend."
Response time7 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Michael Decker Logging and Tree Service
5.0(
49
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Oxford, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and his crew, Jen, Kevin and Damien were very professional and really nice people. Outstanding work ethic and excellent customer service. I highly recommend Mike Decker Tree Service"
Pine Tree
Pine Tree
Very Tall Pine Tree
Very Tall Pine Tree
Honey Locust Tree

+4

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Although the terms tree trimming and tree pruning are used interchangeably, they are very different types of tree maintenance. Tree trimming involves enhancing the appearance of your tree by removing unruly branches, providing your tree with ample sunlight and nutrients and prevents unsightly overgrowth. 

Tree pruning helps keep your trees disease-free. This process removes unhealthy growths, dead branches, and other unhealthy parts of the tree. It’s more common for deciduous and ornamental trees but not so common for evergreen trees. To determine which method you need, discuss it with a tree trimming specialist.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

Large, established tree branches won’t grow roots, but if you find a young tree branch that’s less than about a year old, you’ve got a shot. Put it in water or soil as soon as possible for best results. You’ll know the branch is viable if it’s about the thickness of a pencil and has some leaves or needles.

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