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Avatar for FINE TREE CARE, LTD - Timothy D. Stone
FINE TREE CARE, LTD - Timothy D. Stone
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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Emergency services offered

"Tim Stone was professional from minute one. There's always a rush from tree companies to just "cut 'er down" but Tim took the time to examine each tree we were concerned about and strategically found a solution to make them sound. A true arborist."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alex L&T Services, Inc.
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex Tree Service did a fantastic job of removing 4 large trees that were close to my house. One of the best experiences that I have had with a contractor ever. I would highly recommend Alex Tree Service. I was going to have them come back next year; however, I will have them return a few weeks to remove more trees and stump removal"
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+6

Response time1 day
139 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Gingery Bros Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The Gingery Brothers have been maintaining our lawn for years, and we are happy to have them back each year. They are honest, hardworking, and dependable, and their client interaction and service is top notch. I highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
LA's Quality Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

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Emergency services offered

"I would recommend LA's Quality Tree Service to anyone who wants a professional tree service After the blow of high winds left our yard with one 80 foot tree uprooted and crashing down on two other smaller trees and numerous other tree damage. Luis came out with in an hour after calling his company. Gave a very fair price. The crew came out the next day and started the clean up. They were on time every morning and worked two full days. Cutting down six trees (25' to 80') Lots of downed branches (some 25' long and about 18" thick) and grinded the tree stump. The whole crew was professional, cleaned up every evening. Thankful we found LA's Quality Tree Service."
Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Garcia GT Landscaping & Hardscaping, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Super kind and communicative team, and the lead landscaper started immediately. Rates were reasonable, and the work was fast and clean. I've hired the company to do weekly lawn maintenance. Thumbs up!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate86%
Flynn Landscaping, LLC
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Serving Thornton, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am very pleased with Flynn. Except for a scheduling miscommunication (they came earlier than expected), I can offer my utmost recommendation. The team was polite and friendly. They were respectful of property. They were efficient and skillful. They cleaned up after the job and I am very pleased with the result. It exceeded my expectations."
Response time2 days
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can use a felling ax to chop down a tree by following the same prep and steps as a chainsaw, but be prepared to use some muscle. For trees bigger than 7 inches in diameter, it can take some time and serious strength to cut down a tree using just an ax. 

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

State and local laws vary, but in most cases, you are allowed to trim any branches from your neighbor's tree that cross your property line. However, it's important to ensure you do not damage the overall health of the tree in the process. Removing branches incorrectly can jeopardize the health of the tree and could lead to you being on the hook to replace it.

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

Trees are beneficial to the environment and wildlife. If you have an old tree, but it’s healthy, it may be best to avoid cutting it down. However, if it’s showing signs of bug infestation, disease, or is potentially hazardous, then you should contact a tree removal company to cut it down. 

If you are unsure whether you should have it removed or not, then speak with an arborist to determine what is best.

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