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Avatar for George's Tree & Landscaping Services
George's Tree & Landscaping Services
4.9(
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Tree TrimmingTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal+5 more

Serving Forest Park, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George's Tree Service does an excellent job! This is the second time I have used them, and I will definitely use them again in the future. They are very professional and do great work at a very reasonable price! They removed my trees and cleaned up the area very well. I highly recommend them!"
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hernandez Tree Services, LLC
4.9(
49
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Forest Park, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would hire Alfonso's company again without hesitation. As a woman and single parent, the majority of workers I hire have been disrespectful and condescending, and on top of that do not do a good job. Not so with Alfonso and his crew. Hernandez Tree Service was accommodating for my schedule, punctual, and experts in tree removal. I had two dead trees, a fallen large tree and another leaning against a sapling, ready to fall into the neighbors privacy fence. It was a tricky and dangerous job. There were two medium size live trees to cut also, that they cut the trunk so close to the ground, thankfully, that I will not need the stump removed nor can one see the stumps. They did excellent cleanup when done. I highly recommend this company."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate86%
135 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Catramex LLC
5.0(
64
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Tree Removal

Serving Forest Park, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent serviceâ ¦.Iâ m extremely pleased. They were punctual and polite. They exceeded my expectations. Work was performed safely. Would recommend Catramex LLC to anyone needing tree removal and stump grinding or any other tree service you might need."
Tree Broke drain pipe
Tree Removal
Stump Grinder
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+51

Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AM Tree Experts, LLC
4.8(
33
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Forest Park, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional and highly skilled! Tree was dead and leaning over shed and garage. Tree was removed with no damage to property. They left the yard cleaner than when they arrived."
Tree work
Tree work
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Tree work
Tree work

+8

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

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’ll want to avoid pruning more than 25% of the tree’s canopy at one time. While pruning your tree is important, it’s possible to do it too often or to go too far. Again, this is why hiring a tree trimming pro to do the work is wise. However, if you do decide to DIY, going slow and trimming gradually is the name of the game.

Often, it’s the homeowner’s responsibility to handle the aftermath when a neighbor’s tree falls on their property. But if a tree has been obviously dead for a significant period of time and caused damage when it fell, a case can be made that the owner should have removed it, especially if the neighbor wrote you a letter about the tree or asked you to take it down. This can be grounds for a successful lawsuit in claims court and is a good reason to always pay attention to your trees and remove dead trees before they fall.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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