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Avatar for Jireh Tree Services & Landscaping, Inc.
Jireh Tree Services & Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Clearwater, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jireh Tree Service did an amazing job removing over a dozen huge Leyland Cypress trees from my yard. They did what seemed like mission impossible within a few hours including grinding the stumps and removing all the trees and debris from our yard. Our neighbors were shocked the next morning to see our trees all gone as if they were never there. I would highly recommend Jireh Tree Service. They are true professionals and their pricing was very reasonable."
Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Craig’s Tree Service Inc
4.7(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+5 more

Serving Clearwater, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"From the first call I made I was so impressed. Mr. Craig continually kept me informed as to the day when they would come - when a previous job ran longer than they planned he called to keep me posted and let me know he would be there a day later - then called the night before to confirm again and arrived at the time promised. They did an excellent job - other than missing a very large dead tree on my front yard, you would never know they had been there as every bit of the tree, branches, etc. was removed. He also is an arborist so was able to answer my questions and give me advice about a replacement tree. Can't recommend him highly enough"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AAA Union Tree Service & Stump Removal
4.6(
36
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Clearwater, SC and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"I contacted three different tree services to quote my job. The first never showed up, the second showed up three-sheets into the wind and then there was Patrica with AAA Union Tree Service. Within thirty minutes of placing my request on Angi, she sent me a text asking if she could come quote the job. Before the day was out, I had a written quote in my hand. Patricia was in the middle of a big apartment job but kept me abreast by text when they should be able to start. Her crew did a wonderful job and her associate Brenda was also very helpful in advising on how to update the exterior of the home and even brought out a beautiful shrub to show me. I can't say enough how please I am with the results of their work. I also received additional quotes before they left as I plan on making AAA Union Tree Service my go-to for all my landscaping needs! They were wonderful!"
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Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for SP Tree Removal
SP Tree Removal
4.3(
60
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Clearwater, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"They did an excellent job with our sod and edging installation and minor tree trimming. Extremely hardworking crew. Polite, knowledgeable, on-time and responsive. We would highly recommend them and plan to use them again for additional projects."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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E&C Land Management
5.0(
7
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Clearwater, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Such a great and professional guy. He did lots of work for me and even cleaned up after himself. He took down 7 trees from around my house and cleared and graded an acre and a half. Highly recommend this guy !"
Response time6 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

You don’t always need a permit to grind a stump, but you might need one depending on your location and the stump’s surroundings. Permits are often needed if the stump is part of a protected tree species, near public areas or utility lines, or close to environmentally sensitive zones like wetlands. Some cities also regulate noise and work hours. Always check local rules before grinding, and contact your city or county office if you're unsure.

The typical lifespan of a Bradford pear is relatively short, only 15 to 25 years. However, these trees have issues long before their life is over. Due to their soft wood and fast-growing branches, Bradford pear trees often split around 15 years, making them a risk for falling branches and more prone to disease. 

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.

Yes, it’s possible to overwater a newly-planted tree. Daily watering is great for the first few weeks, but it’s important not to go overboard. Excessive watering can lead to various problems, including root rot, fungal diseases, and a lack of root development.

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