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

Serving Foster, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

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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 rate98%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Franco’s Tree service
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Foster, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely well, work completed punctually, Walter the specialist who led the process is very conscientious, patient and a pleasure to work with. I enjoyed having him do work for me and would not hesitate to hire him again if I need tree work. I very nice gentleman I am so happy I decided to go with him."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate93%
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Eager Beaver Stump Grinding
4.9(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Foster, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired to grind 2 tree stumps, very affordable compared to other tree service providers in area. Very professional and meticulous about his work. Ground stumps with no damage to existing lawn, would definitely recommend to family and friends."
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+2

Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%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 Foster, 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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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Many consider the Fraser fir to be the most popular type of Christmas tree, but which type of tree sells out near you can depend on region and decorating trends that year. For example, the Leyland cypress is especially popular in the Southeast, according to the National Christmas Tree Association.

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

In the case that a tree is growing directly on your property line, the cost of maintaining the tree is shared and is the property of both owners in common. In this case, all decisions regarding the maintenance of the tree must be made jointly, and both parties must agree on a course of action. You will need to agree with your neighbor about the cutting of any roots before you carry it out, and your neighbor must also consult with you before doing any trimming. Coming to an agreement with your neighbor about any shared trees ahead of necessary trimming and maintenance will make this process much simpler.

Since overwatering can harm mature trees just as much as a lack of water, it’s important to know the signs of an overwatered tree. If your tree’s leaves are yellowing, wilting, or dropping leaves, it’s likely that you’re overwatering. Other common signs include rotting, fungi, soggy soil, soft or peeling bark, falling leaves, and brittle roots. 

If you realize that you’ve been overwatering your mature tree, stop watering and give the soil time to dry out. Then moving forward, increase time between watering sessions. 

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

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