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Avatar for G & G Landscaping
G & G Landscaping
4.9(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Rotterdam, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"G & G Landscaping did a great job! They took down 2 large trees, removed the stumps, and cleared away a lot of overgrown brush. They had to deal with some snow and very cold weather.…that did not deter them. They worked diligently for 3 days to get the job done. I am extremely happy with their work, professionalism, and the price was very fair."
Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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ER Tree Service
4.6(
284
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Rotterdam, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edwin is the best! He arrived quickly to evaluate my large tree which needed to come down and in a few days it was done while I was out of town. After the ice storm there were a few other limbs which needed to be taken down and he is coming back in a couple days to get that done. He is professional and his price was very good for the work he did. I would definitely hire him again."
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+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sams Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Rotterdam, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sam’s Tree Service did a great job trimming my two large oak trees. The crew was professional, polite, efficient, skilled, and affordable. I would use them again and highly recommend this company."
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Removing branches to get put into the chipper!
Brett cutting a tree to be removed!
Finished cutting down a pine tree!
Starting up the chipper!

+9

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
Capital Landscaping
4.7(
50
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Tree Trimming

Serving Rotterdam, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of landscaping services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Capital Pro Tree Removal
4.9(
26
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Rotterdam, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Brandon and his crew are fantastic - friendly, professional, reliable. They removed 4 trees, ground the stumps, and trimmed up 3 others that we wanted to keep but needed the dead wood removed. Their level of communication is refreshing and they did a great job cleaning up. Competitively priced on top of it. Would recommend every time. Our new go-to tree guys! Thank you!"
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+2

Response time2 days
116 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by3%of homeowners
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Capri Precision Landscaping
5.0(
8
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Tree Trimming

Serving Rotterdam, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Capri Precision Landscaping is 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.\nIt can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job, but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you are going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs, and different schedules. We are not only here to turn your ideas into reality, but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Morgan Contracting
4.6(
5
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Rotterdam, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As I remember, the tree companies I worked with before fed wood into a chipper. This outfit hauled all the wood away with an excavator that dug up my lawn. They raked the dirt back in and seeded it, but I donâ t know if grass will grow there again. The owner was a good guy, but he said the guys who were working for him were new and didnâ t work the way he liked. It was an extra crew he had just hired."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

You can remove a small tree from your yard if there’s space for the tree to fall, you have the right tools and safety equipment, and you follow a clear plan of action. You’ll just want to follow the steps above carefully, and ideally, you will have experience doing similar tasks. If you have any doubts that you can do this project safely, though, you should hire a pro.

You may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

Early signs that a tree is struggling include premature leaf shedding and lesions or other strange markings. Peeling bark, dead or rotten branches on the ground, and a conspicuous lack of leaves can all be signs that a tree has started to die. By the time a tree starts leaning, it’s usually too far gone to save.

You can use a felling ax to chop down a tree by following the same prep and steps as a chainsaw, but be prepared to use some muscle. For trees bigger than 7 inches in diameter, it can take some time and serious strength to cut down a tree using just an ax. 

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