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SID Professional Tree Service LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Block Island, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired SID Professional Tree Service for tree work at my home in Riverside, RI, and I can honestly say they are the best around. I have never seen such incredible workmanship and professionalism. Everything was explained to me in great detail before the work even started, so I knew exactly what was going to be done. Watching the crew work was amazing — organized, skilled, and extremely careful with every detail. It is hard to find an honest company these days, but SID Professional Tree Service truly stands out. Their work is impeccable, and they take great pride in what they do. If you want the very best tree service, I highly recommend hiring them. You will not be disappointed."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SID Professional Tree Service LLC
5.0(
18
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Block Island, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SID Tree Service responded promptly and gave me a fair estimate. They returned a few days later and did a great job removing a large stump from my yard. They also brought in fill, leveled off the whole area and reseeded it. They did a great job and cleaned everything up when finished. I would highly recommend them."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by25%of homeowners
Sea View Property Maintenance
5.0(
1
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Block Island, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Sea View Property Maintenance is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Wrights Tree Service - Facebook
2.7(
3
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Block Island, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Wright's Tree Service has three generation in the business. Needless to say, we have the experience you deserve. We specialize in all aspects of arboriculture for both residential and commercial clients. Wright's Tree Service believes in quality, responsiveness and affordable pricing. We look forward to serving you. Give us a call today for a free quote.

Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Lowest rate Nicholson Tree & Landscaping service - Startseite Facebook
5.0(
1
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Block Island, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Nicholson Tree Service & Landscape is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 5 years of experience serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

Tree removal
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

A chainsaw is the best tool to cut down a tree, but you may also use a handsaw or ax. You may also want to use a lopper or pole saw to remove limbs before cutting down the tree. Wear chainsaw chaps and protective gear, including eyewear and earplugs if you use a chainsaw. Again, if you’re unsure about how to use this tool, this project may be one to skip.

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. 

Generally, homeowners do not need permission to cut down a tree on their own private property, but there are several exceptions where a permit may be required. You might need a permit if the tree is particularly large, old, or a protected species, such as a heritage tree. Trees located near public property or power lines can also be subject to special rules. Additionally, many local governments and homeowners associations (HOAs) have regulations controlling which trees can be removed to manage an area's appearance or prevent the spread of invasive species. To avoid hefty fines, it is crucial to check with your local government and HOA to determine if a permit is needed before you begin.

There are four common ways to prune a tree correctly: crown thinning, crown reduction, crown raising, and crown cleaning. The method you choose depends on the purpose of pruning. However, making the correct cuts is a vital part of the process, regardless of your method. Pruning incorrectly can damage or even kill the tree. So, you may want to hire a professional tree-trimming company to tackle the task. 

Trees aren't big fans of moving, and they do go into shock during a transplant. Although most carefully thought-out tree transplants see the tree recover from the shock just fine, there is always a risk of having an unsuccessful move. Proper preparation, timing, and diligent aftercare are crucial to minimize the risks when transplanting a tree.

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