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Blackburn Companies LLC
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

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"The job was top notch and reasonably priced Nathan Blackstone and his crew did an exceptional job of removing my 12 very tall pine trees. They cleaned up the debris and left the yard looking like it did when they started. I am very well pleased and would recommend this company"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Pegher Tree Service
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Tree Trimming - For BusinessTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Since 1985, Pegher Tree Service has been providing quality tree health care to the greater Pittsburgh area. With a focus on maintenance to prolong plant vitality, our ISA Certified Arborists take pride in every aspect of Arboriculture. Years of unmatched quality have led to maintaining some of Pittsburgh's most iconic properties such as: Phipps Conservatory, Carnegie Museums, National Aviary, and Pittsburgh's Cultural District.

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Grossman Tree Service
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+4 more

Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This man was very methodical and safe ,aware of all surroundings. The old maple he took down was near 60ft high near 50 inches across the stump. Also pruned an old unruly apple tree which now is just loaded with apples. All in all we are very satisfied with the price and the work!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tree Worx
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Polk, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Knowledgable arborists and tree guys. Had all the proper equipment, worked solid from time they arrived to left. Neat, respectful, polite, personable and a wealth of knowledge. I can’t say enough about these guys - how physical of job they made look seemless and they knew exactly what to do, how to do correctly and with no damage to any surroundings. They chip, haul away, clean up! AWESOME!!! I will hire these guys again when i go to cut more dead pines down. I have referred them to quite a few people already!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

A pro can guide you on the alternatives to tree topping depending on the specific issues within your trees. For example, if you’re dealing with breakage and cracks in your tree, they may suggest canopy reduction, which removes less than 25% of the tree’s limbs. If you’re dealing with lesser damage, some intentional pruning may be all you need. If you’re looking to get a clearer view through your tree, the pro may also try windowing or skirting your tree.

Opt for a barefoot tree. Pros harvest barefoot trees when they’re dormant (leafless). They shake the dirt from the root ball and pack it in moist material. 

These trees can cost half as much as the trees at your local nursery, and you can buy them online—so there’s a much wider selection. Just make sure you keep your barefoot tree cool until you’re ready to plant it.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

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.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

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