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SID Professional Tree Service LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Bristol, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SID tree service did a great job trimming three trees and a 70 foot row of arborvitae’s. The crew is professional. They showed up right in time and left the yard impeccable. I will be hiring them again soon."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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S.O.S LawnCare
5.0(
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Bristol, RI and surrounding areas

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Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Good person ,real with his job real and explaining everything I need by season’s wao just hire him ones and you can see what I see the changes in my yard plus prices ridiculous recommended for me and my neighbors 120 %."
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Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Triple M Tree Service and Landscaping LLC
5.0(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Bristol, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The contractors did a great job! The came on time, were very polite, and really listened to what we needed to have done. They removed several overgrown bushes, trimmed other bushes, and removed a VERY large stump. They spent a long time trimming a crabapple tree in the front yard and consulted us while they worked to make sure we were happy!"
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+11

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Sunday Landscaping
4.6(
56
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Bristol, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend Sunday Landscaping. Dave responded right away with my quote for a fall clean up and was at my house within the week. Did a great job and for no additional charge offered to come back in December to clean up rest of leaves that would have fallen at end of season."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
44 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 Bristol, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ismael & his team at SID Professional Tree Service arrived early and did a phenomenal job cutting back and clearing out years of dead wood, weeds and vines from our overgrown hedges. They also pruned portions of a large cherry tree in the front yard. My front yard has never looked better. The price was reasonable and the customer service was excellent. I would highly recommend this company to others."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Tree removal can be quite expensive, especially for larger projects, but you can use the following tips to help keep costs down:

  • Do the yard cleanup afterward yourself

  • Choose to leave the logs on your property and split them yourself

  • Opt to leave the stump in the ground and tackle stump grinding yourself

  • Pull permits for tree removal, if necessary, to avoid fines

  • Pay to have multiple trees removed at once

  • Remove tree in the late winter or early spring during off-season

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.

A tree growing close to a house can pose several risks, but removal isn't always the only or best solution. Potential problems include roots growing into the foundation and causing structural cracks, branches damaging the roof or promoting moss growth, and debris clogging gutters, which can lead to water damage. Trees can also provide access for pests and encourage mold. However, a small, healthy tree may not be a problem, and for larger, established trees, strategic trimming can be a cheaper and more beneficial alternative to removal. It is generally recommended to take action for trees within 10 to 20 feet of your home, especially if they are unhealthy or encroaching. Your best bet is to consult a professional arborist who can assess the specific situation and provide expert advice.

A serrated knife will work for cutting off small palm tree fronds, about 1 inch in diameter. For larger fronds, you will need pruning shears. You may also use a pruning saw, and if your palm tree is especially tall, an extended pole saw can help you reach the brown fronds around the trunk.

The speed of your tree root removal process depends on a few different factors, including the size and type of tree. However, the fastest method of killing tree roots is applying chemical herbicide, which starts working quickly and efficiently. But this removal method has its drawbacks, such as having a negative effect on the surrounding vegetation and landscaping. Other options like rock salt and stump grinding work relatively quickly and cause less damage to your yard.

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