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Avatar for First Choice Tree Service LLC
First Choice Tree Service LLC
4.6(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Saint Thomas, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"First choice crew came this morning as promised. Had 3 large maple trees to be trimmed down which were all located close to and overhanging my neighbors house. The crew expertly dropped every limb in a small area safely away from the building. Would recommend this company to anyone who wants a professional job from beginning to clean up at a very reasonable price"
My Work
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+46

Response time11 hrs
Response rate97%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Zeiset Painting Contractors
4.8(
36
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Saint Thomas, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These men are very clean cut, hard-working individuals. During our business dealings I highly suspect these men answer to a higher power. I would highly recommend them to anyone."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Falling Branch Tree Services LLC
5.0(
7
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Saint Thomas, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe did an excellent job removing two large maples and trimming limbs on others. He also pointed out potential problems on other trees and those that did not need attention. All work was done neatly and sooner than expected. Very professional, organized, and responsive."
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Go-Getters Washing
4.6(
28
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Saint Thomas, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They showed up when they told me they would and went right to work. It had been about 5 years since anything had been washed; the deck was discolored from pollen and vegetation dropping on it and one side if the house had greenish mold on it; they got all of it completely clean and restored to its original color. They even got the gutters white again. Excellent work!"
1st coat before shine!
Main Patio
Side of house
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+6

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Swope Tree Care & Construction
4.1(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Saint Thomas, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service, Came out to my house gave me a quote to remove a large tree and then came out a few days later as promised and performed the job. I would definitely recommend him. very professional and performed everything in a timely manor. Thank you"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bailey's Contracting & Landscaping
3.8(
19
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Saint Thomas, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"

Called and left me a message stating when  they would start, they called me again

 the morning of the service date to let me know when they would arrive. They arrived on time and proceeded to aerate and seed my lawn.


The excellence remains to be seen in whether or not the reseeding will take hold and a nice lawn appears.


Thanks so much.


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Mulch Installation
Backyard Patio
Bathroom Renovation
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

You can use herbicides to prevent roots from growing without killing the tree itself, however they must be used with caution. Systemic herbicides are absorbed by the root and can kill off problematic roots. However, herbicides can sometimes negatively impact nearby plants, so the solution is best used sparingly.

Palm trees are unique in that their roots don't grow straight down; they grow horizontally. Typically, palm tree roots go down between 12 and 36 inches deep. The roots grow far and wide from the base of the palm tree to absorb as much water and soil nutrients as possible. In addition, the horizontal roots are also very strong—keeping palm trees stable and helping them sway during storms.

Tree experts don’t advise against digging through tree roots, but instead encourage caution and consultation with a local arborist to make sure you don’t damage the tree’s structure or interrupt its water or nutrient intake. An arborist can recommend specific practices when digging and help prune the roots or dig a trench for utilities with a tool that can remove soil without touching the tree’s roots.

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