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Avatar for AAA Union Tree Service & Stump Removal
AAA Union Tree Service & Stump Removal
4.6(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Monticello, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"They did an excellent job. Incredibly impressed with their customer service and communication. They were able to get the job down quick and for a great price. We may have more to trees to drop in the future and will definitely call them again."
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+18

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All Good Lawn & Tree Service LLC
4.3(
124
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Monticello, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a stump I needed removed. It was very close to my driveway and sidewalk. John responded to my call very quickly. He came out and gave me a very reasonable quote. His team responded on time and did a great job, including cleaning up everything. Great job! You would never know there was a stump there. I highly recommend!"
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John Green
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Frontier Outdoor Services
4.7(
37
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Monticello, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"True gentlemen with tremendous skills I have hired them on three different occasions over several years to remove a dying tree, big limbs, etc. Each time, their price was reasonable, and the team was excellent. The tree surgeon is expert, precise, and careful it is like watching a medical surgeon; he avoids dropping pieces where they can damage nearby camellias, azaleas, and hemlocks; works with ropes and precision in tandem with the team below; and is careful with landed pieces, quickly organizing and then cleaning up completely afterward. I trust them and enjoy seeing them each time!"
Outdoor Service
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Rocky Branch Utilities
4.8(
13
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Tree Removal

Serving Monticello, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have been a homeowner in Northeast Columbia, SC for more than 30 years. With many pine trees on our property I've had to deal with a number of tree removal companies over the years. I have found Rokey Branch Utilities (RBU) far beyond any of the many companies I have encountered and used for extensive tree work. They were immediately responsive to my initial contact - showed up on time - gave a good estimate - cut the tree down being sensitive not to damage my lawn - cleaned up even the smallest debris and carried it off. The team was gone within an hour of arrival with no evidence they had been in the yard. Rich Tinneny"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Horizon Landworks LLC
5.0(
4
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Tree Removal

Serving Monticello, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"I recently hired this pro and couldn’t be more satisfied with the results. They were punctual, professional, and paid great attention to detail. The crew transformed my yard completely—everything from trimming to planting was done with care and precision. They also made sure to clean up thoroughly after the job. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality landscaping services"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You will know that an oak tree needs to be removed when you see vertical cracks or dead branch stubs, which indicate internal decay. Other signs include trunk rot near the base of the tree and sprouts or small branches coming from the trunk.

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

Palm trees will not regrow from a stump once the tree has been cut down. This type of tree is unique because the root and stump system will slowly decay after the tree is gone, unlike other species that can regrow. That’s why it’s preferable to remove dead or decaying palm tree stumps quickly as they can become an eyesore and don’t offer future growing potential.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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