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Avatar for Thorn Forest Products
Thorn Forest Products
4.9(
13
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Dauphin, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thorn Forest Products are excellent. They came in with a crane and had the tree down in no time. Cleaned and chipped up all debris. I would definitely recommend them for your next tree removal project! Thank you to you and your team Josh."
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JSV Contracting
5.0(
5
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Tree Removal - For Business

Serving Dauphin, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I got a very efficient and professional job done. I was very happy and highly recommend them. My home caught fire. The structure was removed in less than two days."
Demolition of mobile home
Demolition of mobile home
Demolition of mobile home
Demolition of mobile home
Demolition of mobile home

+1

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Lumberjack Tree Care Services
4.9(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Dauphin, PA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Ken Fisher and his crew were professional, organized, and extremely hard workers. Our Oak tree was massive and they were experts in taking the tree down with no damage to our property. They explained the process every step of the way and their clean up was fantastic and done in a timely manner. The cost for the whole project was lower than other tree services and the work done was excellent! I would highly recommend LumberJack Tree Services."
Tree Removal Project
Trimming & Removal
Removal
Storm Damage
Storm Damage

+25

Response time2 days
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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A & J Tree Service
4.8(
50
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Dauphin, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were fast, very clean, professional and friendly. I had an old dying maple taken down and all that was left is a small patch of dirt. They took everything and left the area clean. They also do their own stump grinding. If anyone asks, I will refer them."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+2

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

There are several signs that may indicate a tree needs to be cut down. These include visible damage to the trunk or branches, a hollow trunk, extensive storm damage, or a significant lean to one side. Other warning signs are pest infestations or the tree growing too close to a house, power lines, or other structures. It is best to hire a professional arborist to inspect the tree, as they can determine if it can be saved or if removal is necessary.

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.

Hiring an arborist costs around $900 on average, with prices ranging from $250 to $2,500 or more. Some arborists charge an hourly rate, typically between $100 and $350 per hour. The final cost depends on several factors, including the type of work, the number of trees, accessibility, and whether you hire an independent arborist or a larger tree service company. When hiring, you should also consider their experience and insurance coverage.

Below are some estimated costs for common arborist jobs:

  • Small tree removal: $300 to $500

  • Large tree removal: $500 to $2,000 or more

  • Tree health assessment: $150

  • Trimming a small tree: $75 to $200

  • Trimming a large tree: $150 to $400

  • Dealing with invasive species: $150 to $1,000 or more

Dying trees and even dead trees can spread diseases to other living trees. There are many different types of tree diseases, so it’s essential to address the issue as soon as possible to prevent the disease from spreading to other healthy trees. If the tree cannot be saved and is infected, you need to have it removed to protect the other trees on your property.

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