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Avatar for Hernandez Tree Care Service
Hernandez Tree Care Service
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired Hernandez for a full list: tree removal, stump grinding, hedge trimming, and staking two trees. These guys are the real deal. They showed up exactly when they said they would, which right there sets them apart. Communication was excellent start to finish, no chasing anyone down, no surprises. The crew was sharp, supervised, and clearly took pride in the work. Hedges came out perfectly precise, the tree removal and stump grinding were flawless, and the staked trees look great. On top of all that, they're genuinely good people and the pricing was more than fair for the quality of work we got. Reliable, professional, and truly excellent at what they do. If you need tree work done right, Hernandez is the call."
Stump grinder
trucks
log loader
log loader
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Miguel's Tree Service
4.8(
49
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Miguel and his crew did an excellent job. Miguel reviewed what we requested before starting work and made several suggestions. They pruned and trimmed several large trees. I was surprised by the amount of large branches and debris. When they were done there was nothing left on the lawn. I would highly recommend Miguel Tree Service."
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Tree service

+21

Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Two Climbing Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+5 more

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Miguel contacted me right away to provide a quote to cut a tree limb. On the scheduled day, his team arrived early, were very professional, swiftly completed the job, and they cleaned the area nicely. I highly recommend them for tree services."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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Arcadia Outdoors
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arcadia has been an incredible help in getting my yard ready for winter. They recently handled my fall cleanup, tackling everything from leaf removal to trimming and preparing the garden beds. The attention to detail was outstanding—they left everything clean and well-cared for. They also gave great advice on maintaining my garden through winter and preparing for spring. For example, they helped protect my hydrangeas to ensure a full bloom next year and showed me how to winterize my new fig tree which was a gift by wrapping it to shield it from the cold. They even suggested replacing my old habit of tilling my garden beds with mulching to protect the soil from erosion and adds nutrients. If you’re looking for a team that goes above and beyond and really knows their stuff, I highly recommend Arcadia!"
Mudroom Project
Mudroom Project
Mudroom Project
Front Entrance & Walkway
Front Entrance & Walkway

+3

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodvalley Tree Service
4.9(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had an excellent experience with this tree service company. They were professional, punctual, and extremely knowledgeable from start to finish. The crew worked efficiently, safely removed the trees, and left my property spotless when the job was complete. Their attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction really stood out. The pricing was fair, communication was great, and the quality of work exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and professional tree services. I will definitely use them again in the future!"
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by9%of homeowners
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BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
5.0(
32
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Tree Trimming - For Business

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were extremely happy with the work performed by H&M. Moises, Hector and crew were courteous and did whatever needed to please us. They did most of the renovation in our condo......painting, installation of bathroom cabinets, sink, installed tile floor, etc. They also installed vinyl flooring in our kitchen, living and dining rooms. They had a plumber replace our heating baseboard, I would highly recommend H&M if you want excellent work done!!"
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+172

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Coverage varies quite a bit by policy, but most homeowners' insurance policies will cover $500 to $1,000 of the cost of removing a tree. Additionally, if your tree causes damage to your property, like your house, many policies will cover some or all of the costs to repair the damage, depending on why the tree fell.

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.

The best tool to cut trees is a chain saw. You can adjust your chain saw to the correct size based on the size of the branches, offering you the fastest and cleanest cut for medium- to large-sized trees. Depending on the type of chainsaw you use, you can cut through larger trees than you would with a more manual tool like an ax.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

Since overwatering can harm mature trees just as much as a lack of water, it’s important to know the signs of an overwatered tree. If your tree’s leaves are yellowing, wilting, or dropping leaves, it’s likely that you’re overwatering. Other common signs include rotting, fungi, soggy soil, soft or peeling bark, falling leaves, and brittle roots. 

If you realize that you’ve been overwatering your mature tree, stop watering and give the soil time to dry out. Then moving forward, increase time between watering sessions. 

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