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Last update on March 13, 2026

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R&N Land Clearing
4.0(
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Serving Madison, SD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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Offers commercial services

"Large amount of work was needed, and job is about 80% complete. Hard workers that want to do a great job. Very courteous and professional when discussing details. They were willing to rent special equipment to get the work finished."
Response time6 hrs
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Gorilla Lawnservices Inc
4.6(
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Serving Madison, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

"Trimmed trees, cleared branches, raked the lawn! Weâ re very professional, Had great tools and always friendly when asked to do more! Kept appointment time and finished in two hours! Would recommend their services!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Affordable Tree Fellers
4.8(
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Serving Madison, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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"The company contacted me the same afternoon that I listed the request on Home Advisor. The business owner came out and I covered with him the work I wanted done. He was very knowledgeable about trees and how to trim them without damage. He gave me his quoted price for the work which was within the price range I expected I expected to pay. Upon my acceptance of his bid, he returned the next day with his crew to perform the work. They completed the job in one day, which included removing one tree and trimming 9 others. They removed all debris and were careful not to damage the turf in the yard. I was very satisfied with the quality of work, the price and their professionalism. I would hired them again and recommend them to my friends and family."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Carter Wright
5.0(
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Serving Madison, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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"Removed eight stumps and hauled them away. Took extra time to clean up and backfill holes. Carter was great to work with on scheduling the project. He showed up when he said he would and make quick work of a large project at a reasonable price. Would highly recommend!"
Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RH General Construction
5.0(
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Serving Madison, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

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"They did a fantastic job. The team was professional and everything was best quality. The primary task was to replace the house siding. There were several door frames that required additional work."
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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.

If you aren’t sure what you’re doing, be very careful when cutting mature tree roots (roots larger than 2 inches). Root cutting and pruning can affect both a tree’s stability and its ability to nourish itself. Issues during root cutting can result in damage or injury. 

It’s recommended you call in a pro to help, unless it’s a very small tree and you aren’t worried about the prospect of losing the tree.

State and local laws vary, but in most cases, you are allowed to trim any branches from your neighbor's tree that cross your property line. However, it's important to ensure you do not damage the overall health of the tree in the process. Removing branches incorrectly can jeopardize the health of the tree and could lead to you being on the hook to replace it.

Whether tree roots will continue to grow after a tree has been cut down depends on the species. Some tree roots will eventually die because they can no longer get nutrients through photosynthesis. However, other species that reproduce through root sprouts can continue to grow and produce new sprouts for seven years or more. For example, the roots of elms, ficus, and willows tend to regrow aggressively, while the roots of pines, oaks, and maples will typically die. To determine if a root system is still active, look for new sprouts on the old trunk, stump, or any exposed roots.

The ideal depth of a tree notch depends on the tree, but it should usually be between 20% and 25% of the tree’s depth. However, if the tree is leaning towards the direction of the notch, it can be cut more shallowly—at as little as 10% of the depth. When the tree is leaning away from the direction it needs to be felled, you can cut deeper, closer to 30%.

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