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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
4.9(
47
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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."
Tree service
Tree service
Tree service
Tree service
Tree service

+21

Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Two Climbing Tree Service, Inc.
5.0(
21
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+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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+8

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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Arcadia Outdoors
5.0(
12
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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 taking care of my lawn and I’m extremely satisfied with their service. They are punctual, reliable, and always leave my yard looking immaculate. From mowing and edging to trimming and cleanup, they handle everything with care and attention to detail. My lawn has never looked healthier or more well-maintained. They also provide helpful advice on keeping the grass and plants in great shape between visits. If you’re looking for consistent, high-quality lawn maintenance, 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
5.0(
10
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+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!"
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
Big R Tree Service, Inc.
4.6(
77
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Stony Brook, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely amazing service. Went above and beyond, great price, carefully trimmed the tree branches, swept and cleaned up the area, and did everything very quickly. Very impressed by their service and will use again. Thank you!"
Big R Tree Service, Inc.
Big R Tree Service, Inc.
Big R Tree Service, Inc.
Big R Tree Service, Inc.
Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%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!!"
before demo
kitchen demolition
demolition complete
kitchen tile job in progress
kitchen tile

+172

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

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

It may be possible, but transplanting a large, mature tree can be a tricky project, and some trees handle it better than others. If you have a tree you need to save and are considering transplanting it elsewhere, we highly suggest calling a tree removal service and arranging a consultation to see what they say (and how much a full transplant would cost).

Late winter is ideal, but if you’re pruning apple trees in the spring, prune them as early as possible in the season. You want to ensure your tree is just creeping out of dormancy and hasn’t started pushing out new growth. If you prune your tree too late into spring, you generally won’t see results until the following year.

That said, there’s no pruning season for unhealthy growth. Remove dead, dying, or diseased branches as soon as you notice them, regardless of the time of year.

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.

Trimming your palm trees once or twice per year keeps them healthy and robust. Caring for palm trees includes cutting off brown leaves to prevent wildfires and pathway obstruction. However, you don’t want to over-trim the palm tree. Cutting too many branches off will weaken the tree and prevent future growth. And it’s essential to have a strong, healthy palm tree during hurricane season to prevent safety risks or property damage.

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