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Last update on May 21, 2026

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Avatar for JSV Contracting
JSV Contracting
5.0(
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Tree Removal - For Business

Serving Lykens, 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."
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Cutting Edge Tree Professionals LLC
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Lykens, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

"The main job was a large (75 years old) oak tree that was killed by a lightning strike 2 years ago.  I had some estimates from other companies from that summer, but I'd held off on the slim hope that it would survive (sadly, it did not).  When I finally accepted that it needed to come down, I saw the Cutting Edge offer on Angie's, read some reviews, and decided to give them a shot.
They were quick to respond, and Nate came out to look things over.  He was professional, knowledgeable, and thorough, and the estimate was in line with what I'd expected.
The actual work was just as professional.  They were well-equipped, and staffed with enough guys to get the whole job done that day.  They appeared to be very safety conscious, and they were very methodical and careful in their approach to taking down this large tree.  The other trees were not as large, but they were near utilities and had to be taken down carefully as well, and there were no problems with that.  They were completely accommodating as far as how I wanted the wood cut up (I saved most of it for firewood), and chipped the rest (and at my request left the chips behind on a pile - I'll use them around the lot).
Cleanup was meticulous and complete, and I think the grounds look better now than before the job.
I'm sorry to lose that tree, and I hope I have no more lightning strikes, but I'm glad that I chose Cutting Edge, and when I need more work done, I'll go to them.
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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
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Rice Excavating Services (RES)
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Lykens, 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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Pa Tree Service and Property Maintenance
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Lykens, PA and surrounding areas

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."
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Wood Wise Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Lykens, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Casey is very professional and a great guy and the company did an excellent job. I have recommended them to a number of people."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

Although it’s possible, heavy machinery like a crane is necessary for removing an entire tree stump and all. This procedure is extremely costly, time-consuming, and usually unnecessary, as there are plenty of convenient and affordable stump removal options. 

Your best bet, if you want to be sure to remove a tree and its stump efficiently, is to speak with a professional. They’ll be able to walk you through the entire process.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

If you’re looking to rot a tree stump fast, potassium nitrate will work far quicker than copper nails. First, drill several holes into the stump using a power drill, then pour potassium nitrate pellets into the holes. Next, add water to help the chemical absorb into the wood, thoroughly soaking the stump to ensure the pellets dissolve and spread evenly. Afterward, cover the stump with a tarp to retain moisture and block sunlight, then place mulch on top to secure it in place.

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