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605 Firewood and Tree Services LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Yankton, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very satisfied. Very cautious about keeping limbs off roof as they cut them. Cleaned up nicely as they cut, piled limbs where I ask them to. Very professional job."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lanphear's Affordable Services
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Yankton, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We were very happy with the results. The prices were more than fair. Communication was above and beyond expectations. The work was very thorough and well done. We highly recommended Lanphear's Affordable Services and we would certainly hire them again."
Response time4 days
Response rate93%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R&N Land Clearing
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Yankton, SD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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 time5 hrs
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Gorilla Lawnservices Inc
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Yankton, 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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Ray's Painting
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Yankton, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very quick, very professional, the entire crew was extremely professional and kind. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for any type of painting or more!"
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Dillon's Dakota Excavating Service
2.8(
2
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Tree Removal - For Business

Serving Yankton, SD and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Offers commercial services

"Harlan was professional, polite, and honest. He completed everything in a timely matter, payed attention detail, worked well with all the requirements we needed to abide by, and he did everything himself! Most of the other contractors I had reached out were not willing to follow the guidelines needed. Harlan was great and does not keep you waiting! I would highly recommend him! I was very pleased and have no complaints! He goes above and beyond what you ask of him!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Burning a tree stump can be effective, but it comes with safety considerations and isn’t always best for every situation. It's essential to check local regulations and assess the safety risks involved. Stumps that are near wooden structures or other non-moveable flammable objects aren’t good candidates for burning due to the risk of the fire spreading. Alternatives like grinding or a DIY stump rotting project might be safer and quicker for getting the job done.

Yes, it is highly recommended to remove tree stumps. Leaving them in the ground can lead to several problems, as they are not only unsightly but can also reduce your property's value. Stumps can obstruct landscaping plans, make mowing difficult, and hinder new growth. More importantly, they are prime breeding grounds for pests like termites, ants, and mice, which can spread to your home and cause costly damage to its wood and foundation. Stumps also attract fungi and diseases that can infect other healthy trees and plants in your yard. As a stump decays, it might sprout new, unwanted shoots. While removing a stump is an investment, it prevents these potential issues and enhances the safety, health, and appearance of your landscape.

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%.

While there is a lot of debate about whether boiling water is strong enough to kill tree roots, it is not best to remove the roots from large, old trees. You may be able to weaken young roots enough to remove them manually, but boiling water will likely not do the trick for large root systems.

It could be anywhere from weeks to years for a dead tree to fall. A dead tree falls based on its weight, how it leans, the state of its roots, the state of decay, and what local windstorms are like, among other factors. Since it’s hard to predict the fall’s timing, it’s important to cut down a dead tree quickly and avoid any unpleasant surprises.

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