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Avatar for Miguel's Tree Service
Miguel's Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving West Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Miguel tree service was great. They showed up on time and kept me informed of what was going on with project. I already referred them to a friend. And if I need more trees down in future I would definitely call them again."
Tree service
Tree service
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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 West Islip, 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

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by30%of homeowners
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Global Landscaping Services
4.7(
88
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving West Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend this company The owner, Luis, is very polite, and the entire crew is extremely professional. They removed a tree over 50 feet tall i a meticulous, safe, and neat manner, and they did an excellent job cleaning up afterward. I definitely recommend them and will be using them again in the future."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
82 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 West Islip, 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
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Ivan Landscape
4.8(
19
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Tree Trimming

Serving West Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Osman went above and beyond with the work he did in my house ,he and his crew install almost 1000 sq feet of artificial grass in my front yard,build a retaining wall and a deep cleaning around the house ,he was able to work in schedule very profesional and responsable ,definitely I will hired him again for eventual jobs ."
Landscaping Project
Landscaping Project
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Landscaping Project

+54

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BuildingLI.com - BLI Facilities LLC
5.0(
32
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Tree Trimming - For Business

Serving West Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys at HM construction group did an amazing job with my project! I needed my commercial space completely demoed and rebuilt. These guys got the job done on time and didnâ  t amazing job doing it. I highly recommend them."
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demolition complete
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kitchen tile

+172

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Alternative Earthcare Tree & Lawn Systems, Inc.
3.9(
165
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain

Serving West Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are terrific and very responsive. They took a damaged lawn an made it beautiful I am going to use them for all my lawn , tree and shrub work this coming year. Rob was great . I used to be in the landscaping business. I am very impressed with everything about this company.The people who work for there are very professional and knowledgeable. Ronnie B East Norwich"
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Lawn Seeding
Tall Tree Spraying
Fertilization Matters
Large Tree Spraying

+136

Response time10 hrs
59 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Trees are beneficial to the environment and wildlife. If you have an old tree, but it’s healthy, it may be best to avoid cutting it down. However, if it’s showing signs of bug infestation, disease, or is potentially hazardous, then you should contact a tree removal company to cut it down. 

If you are unsure whether you should have it removed or not, then speak with an arborist to determine what is best.

Most plum trees are pruned into a vase or open wine glass shape. They’ll have a shorter central leader (the trunk) that supports three to four main branches. Of course, this isn't always the case. If you have a European plum tree, you can grow it in a pyramid shape. Let the central leader extend the length of the tree and prune smaller branches to create the pyramid.

If executed correctly your tree should survive after being transplanted to a new spot. However, effective transplanting requires six months, careful root pruning, safe transport to the new location, and replanting in prime soil conditions. You’ll also need an appropriately sized root ball for a complete tree transplant. A good rule of thumb is that, for every inch in diameter, your tree’s root ball needs to be around 11 inches. So a tree with a diameter of six inches needs a root ball of approximately 66 inches.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Generally, no, tree topping isn’t a good technique, and you should avoid using it in most cases. Tree topping may be the only good option to save a tree following severe damage after a storm, but in most other cases, it’s not the right choice. Tree topping can leave trees vulnerable to disease and further damage, and most pros will suggest against it.

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