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Avatar for Pa Tree Service and Property Maintenance
Pa Tree Service and Property Maintenance
4.8(
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Serving Gratz, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional, timely and everything was cleaned up neatly after the job was done. Very happy. They not only trimmed one tree, but removed another tree and had the stump ground out. Very professional job."
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JSV Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Gratz, 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

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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Cutting Edge Tree Professionals LLC
4.8(
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Serving Gratz, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

"We had to have trees removed because of root rot and related problems. One of them was a huge old oak that Penn State's plant pathology department called a "hazard tree." All of them were in our closely planted, lovingly landscaped native plant garden. There wasn't a lot of room to move - and only a fairly narrow passage between houses to take them out. I was expecting devastation: but Cutting Edge did a fabulous job. One arborist - who's taken care of our trees for years - turned down the job outright, I think because of the difficulty of getting the trees down and the wood out without damage. Another arborist simply said, "There will be damage." A few weeks after Cutting Edge finished, though, you'd barely know they'd been here, except for the missing trees themselves and a big stump that we'd asked them to leave. The owners came out and scoped the property carefully, consulting with us all the way - both during the initial consultation and during the process of removing the trees. They "got" the idea of native plants - which not everyone does. They took great care with everything. When an issue arose - for example, at some point they wanted to temporarily move some small shrubs to get them out of harm's way - they consulted with us. We really appreciated their care in this respect, as well. At some point, they spotted a high-up hollow in another tree and, without extra cost to us, called in an expert to consult. They investigated carefully, described what they'd found, and we were able to agree that the tree should be monitored but nothing had to be done yet. Our neighbors were so impressed with their work that they hired them for some work in their own yard. On top of all that, they were very prompt and very professional. They started and finished the job as scheduled, with one exception: they needed a special piece of equipment to remove one tree without disturbing the flowerbed it stood in, and it wasn't available when they expected. They rescheduled that and came back - again, exactly as promised - and finished up neatly. Throughout the process, they were very professional, considerate, and meticulous. I am truly impressed."
To preserve your favorite trees we use dynamic tree cabling systems.
Pruning can transform the look of your trees
Our equipment is more than capable of any project
Our Arborists have the expertise to guide you through your project
We treat trees and shrubs for pests and diseases. This is called Plant Health Care

+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Hive Mind Enterprises, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Gratz, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The tree removal went very well. They showed up much sooner than expected and got it done so quickly. Everything was cleaned and wood stacked on my wood pile. They did a great job. Very professional and high quality. I highly recommend them for tree work."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Old Oak Tree Service, Co.
5.0(
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Serving Gratz, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very nice and hard-working guys. We are very happy with their work. Took a large maple tree down and ground up the stump. Topsoil and planted grass seed and topped with hay."
After we got the brush down
Last cut in the air.
Got all the brush down
Working our way down the line
Response time3 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rice Excavating Services (RES)
5.0(
7
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Serving Gratz, PA and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Outstanding workmanship. All work accomplished with no dilemma or delays. We will definitely use their services on our next project. To the RES. Team thank you for your dedication. Awesome work results."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

There are a few general rules to follow that will help you prune your trees correctly. One of the most important rules is to prune during the correct season for the type of tree you have. Typically, pruning should be during late winter. For younger trees, you should not remove more than a ⅓ of the tree's crown when pruning. Also, remember to remove dead and diseased branches first, then proceed with pruning the rest of the tree.

If you’re wondering whether you can plant a tree where the stump was removed, know that the soil conditions won’t be ideal, so you should avoid it. The soil beneath the previous tree will likely be depleted of nutrients, plus there may be roots left behind that will seriously hinder the growth of a new tree. Also, if you use salt or other chemical solutions to kill the stump, these can linger in the soil for months or even years and prevent healthy growth. It’s best to choose a different spot that’s at least three feet away for a new tree, or wait at least a year and thoroughly amend the soil before you plant.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Many gardeners charge an hourly rate for their services, and your total cost will depend on the amount of services and the experience of the gardener. Gardeners with basic experience charge between $20 and $30 per hour, while a more experienced gardener can charge as much as $60 to $88 per hour.

The cost of lawn mowing is about $125, which you might need on a weekly or biweekly basis. However, the cost of soil testing averages about $1,450, which should only be done every three to five years. 

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

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