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TREES N CHIPS LLC
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Ripley, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Small jobs welcome

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"Mr. Marshall was professional, helpful and knowledgeable about trees. While trimming tree, he observed that the trees were sick and needed treatment. He provided me with the information needed to treat the trees. For further use, I will use Trees N Chips and recommended him to family and friends. Thank you again, Mr. Marshall."
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Ripley, TN and surrounding areas

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Hi! I own a small farm in north west TN and own a mini excavator, small dozer, 2 tractors with implements, a big dump trailer, and a bucket truck. I do tree removal, stump grinding, excavation, demolition and storm clean up, land clean up, dirt and gravel delivery, gravel drive way repair, culvert installation, and more! Free Estimates! Thanks and God bless!

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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Ripley, TN and surrounding areas

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With 7 years of cleaning experience, I provide reliable residential cleaning and lawn care services throughout Memphis, Tennessee, and surrounding areas. My services include routine and deep cleaning, move-in/move-out cleaning, grass cutting, flower bed cleanup, leaf removal, weed control, and general yard maintenance. I take pride in being dependable, detail-oriented, and delivering quality results on every job. I believe in clear communication, punctuality, and treating every customer's home and property with care and respect. My goal is to help homeowners maintain clean, comfortable living spaces and attractive outdoor areas. Customer satisfaction is my top priority, and I am committed to providing professional, trustworthy service you can count on.

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Franks movers
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Serving Ripley, TN and surrounding areas

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Hi this is franks movers!!! We’re here for all your moving and junk removal needs!!! We have been around for over a year. We offer great, reliable, punctual service! We will get you moved promptly and gracefully. We are here to make your move as stress free as possible. Looking to move or move junk, give us a call!!!!

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

Some trees, such as silver maples, birches, sycamores, and scotch pines, shed their bark naturally. If your tree is not one that does this, it might have fallen prey to pests, fungi, or diseases. It could also simply be suffering from an extreme weather change, such as a snowstorm or heat wave. If you’re still stumped, consulting with a pro can help you diagnose your tree’s specific problem.

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.

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.

There are a few differences between tree guying and tree staking. Tree guying requires anchor stakes that are shorter and stronger than regular stakes and are driven deeper into the ground at an angle away from the tree. Tree staking uses longer stakes that are set parallel to the tree and are used for smaller trees. Consult a local tree professional to determine which method is best for your tree.

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