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Hugo's Tree Service
4.8(
178
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We made contact with several tree removal companies - many came out and gave us quotes. But Hugo was the only one that consistently followed up and kept us informed on when he could get out. Not only did he follow up weekly, he gave us a fair price. He was prompt and professional - very courteous. He and his crew room down a 300 year old oak that was about 65 feet I. Height. Let’s mention it was in a VERY right space and within inches of our home. They took it down with expertise that many claim to have but don’t. We highly recommend Hugo. We will definitely hire him to take down a few others."
Tree Removal
Finishing The tree
Half dead tree
Half dead Tree
Half Dead Tree

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Nicholls Tree and Land
4.9(
17
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience, would recommend them to anyone for quality and prompt work. Removed a massive dead tree from my property in 1 day with nothing left behind."
After
Before
After
Before
Load and go

+5

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Liberty tree service
4.9(
33
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Traveled outside of his normal area to take care of a large tree for us. Accommodated any extra requests we had and hired him for extra work while they were there."
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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BW Insect Control and Tree Care
4.4(
71
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Customers say: True professional

"Dr. Bob White & the crew were extremely courteous. He knew exactly what was wrong with my Elm tree & immediately treated it. He was more than fair with me on the cost. I have several more trees that need to be treated. Be assured that BW Insect Control and Tree Care will be the ones that I will call. In my opinion, he is the best."
Response time4 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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HM Land Services
5.0(
8
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hunter was great to work with. He makes commitments and then meets them. I have used them twice and plan to use them on a upcoming clearing project."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+15

Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Oasis Construction Services LLC
4.7(
48
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Travis with Oasis Services did an amazing job. For a reasonable price. Is very professional and respectful. I would recommend him very highly."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rivera Services
4.6(
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marina was very thorough. She did an excellent job dusting and cleaning the floors. She was efficient and I highly recommend her."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

Usually, trees cannot grow back after their stump has been ground, but some very hearty types of trees can. For example, if you have a black locust or Redford pear, the grinding will need to go deep to prevent them from growing back. Ask your tree service or stump removal expert whether your tree can resprout after its stump is ground down.

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.

A standard tree removal doesn’t include stump grinding. If you want your contractor to remove your tree and grind the stump, you must pay an extra charge. That said, you’ll likely save on the cost of stand-alone service—especially if it’s a small tree and they can finish both jobs in a single trip.

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

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