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Hellmann's Tree Service
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Presto, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Left message for Ray on Mon.am. He came that evening and was very helpful deciding what to do. Came on Wed. and did an excellent job, doing even more than expected to clean up overhanging growth. His workers are friendly and professional. They just went out of their way to an over the top job! Cleaned up all cuttings dirt to perfection."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Affordable Tree Removers
4.8(
53
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Tree Removal

Serving Presto, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are extremely please with Katie and John. From the time Katie came to give a quote to the end of the job they were great. Did everything and more that needed done. Very professional and hard workers. I will never contact anyone else to do tree work for us."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
FALLING TIMBER TREE SVC
4.5(
88
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Presto, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jim and his crew were a pleasure to deal with. We had a large locust tree that fell on our shed from the storm. They removed the tree incurring no further damage to the shed. Jim also trimmed several branches from a maple. They made every effort to avoid damaging my flower beds. They cleaned everything up and got rid of all the debris. I will definitely use them again and I would recommend them to anyone needing tree services."
Response time2 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Sidelines Tree Service, LLC
4.3(
192
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Presto, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the only tree service that contacted me within a day, and was here to give me a quote within a week. Adam was very helpful, knowledgeable, and friendly. I would recommend this company to anyone who needs a tree/stump removed."
Climbing
Post Work
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Awesome Support!

+3

Response time1 day
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Grays Landscaping LLC
4.6(
83
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Presto, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jermaine was excellent at helping with the yard work that needed to be done. He removed and planted a dogwood tree, removed old mulch and replaced it with new in three flower beds, and re-cemented a loose fence post. It was all done promptly. He and his assistant cleaned up all the debris that remained after the work was completed. He knows his business and can be relied on to do what he says he will. He is priced within the going rates. I would hire him again."
Snow removal
Ivy removal
Landscaping Project
Ivy removal
Yard cleanup

+52

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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PVT Ryans Landscaping, LLC
4.8(
22
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Presto, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ryan was very helpful and professional. He trimmed my shrubs, uprooted a magnolia that was threatening the foundation of my home and beautified and trimmed my shrubs. He did an excellent job! I highly recommend him!"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

The felling notch you make before you make the final cut will determine which way the tree will fall. The cut will be in a wedge or triangle, and the tree will fall from the highest point of the triangle. You can use this, as well as the process described above, to estimate where a tree will fall. 

Surface-level tree roots might only pose a small threat, such as being a tripping hazard or obstacle when you mow your lawn. But if mature tree roots start growing in the direction of your home’s foundation or plumbing system, it could be a real problem. Cutting small tree roots out before they grow too large can keep your home safe without removing the whole tree.

Pruning can impact cold hardiness—but it’s less about the exact temperature and more about temperature variation. Generally, you don’t want to prune trees when there’s a risk of temperatures suddenly dropping from 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit to 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. A tree is most sensitive until 48 hours after it’s pruned.

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.

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