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Avatar for Strobert Tree Services, Inc.
Strobert Tree Services, Inc.
4.3(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+3 more

Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The arborist responded quickly and explained the benefits of thinning out tree limbs from large old trees. Unfortunately, there were communication issues within their team and the canopy is now much higher than 15 ft off the ground. The management responded quickly. This crew has worked together for 5 yrs and I believe issues of this kind are infrequent."
Crane Removal
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+9

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Taperia Tree Service and Concrete
3.8(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I really appreciated how quickly they responded to my request for an estimate. Once I approved the estimate they were able to schedule the job the very next week. Communication was very good and the crew assigned to the job worked quickly and professionally. They consulted me while they were trimming to make sure I was satisfied with how much they were taking off the trees. I would definitely call them again for future tree work and recommend to others."
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+4

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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J & Sons Services Co
3.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+4 more

Serving Upper Darby, PA and surrounding areas

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Customers say: True professional

"EXCELLENT JOB DONE, I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM TOO ANYONE THAT NEEDS WORK DONE ON THERE HOME, I'M A PERFECTIONIST N that's what they are, polite N respectful. N they clean up behind themselves. Thank you much"
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+8

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Tree roots are hearty and complex systems, so they don’t die immediately after the rest of the tree is removed. If you leave the root system in place, it takes anywhere from two to seven years for it to run out of nutrients. It is worth noting, however, that the roots stop growing and expanding after cutting down the rest of the tree.

A dead tree should always be cut down, because it could fall and cause injuries or damage, and it can also attract insects like carpenter ants. A tree that’s diseased beyond repair should also be cut down, but it’s not always easy for a homeowner to tell. Signs of disease include dying branches, a hollow trunk, leaning, and discolored or missing leaves, but your best bet is to hire a local arborist who can evaluate the tree and tell you if it can be saved or should be cut down.

All of the tree root removal methods mentioned above are effective on any kind of root, whether it’s still growing or simply needs a gentle nudge to finish decomposing. The only difference is that larger roots tend to be harder to remove and may require multiple chemical treatments as well as manual labor to eradicate.

Light-bark trees are most notorious for producing lots of sap when wounded. These varieties include maples, birches, poplars, dogwoods, magnolias, and elms, and they will bleed more when the trees are dormant. That’s why it’s a good idea to prune them in the summer months rather than waiting until winter.

Not all leaning trees are dangerous, but they can be a hazard as gravity may eventually cause them to fall. A key factor is whether the lean is new or has been present for a long time. Trees that have grown with a lean for years are not typically an immediate danger, but a sudden lean is a cause for concern as it often indicates weakening roots. If a tree is leaning more than 15% from vertical, you should consider having it straightened or transplanted. To be safe, it's always best to hire a professional arborist to inspect any leaning tree to assess the risk and avoid potential accidents.

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