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Avatar for Hugo's Tree Service
Hugo's Tree Service
4.8(
178
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hugo & his team are very skilled! We had a very large tree within 3â of a roof. They took down the tree perfectly. I will use them for all my future tree services & highly recommend them!"
Tree Removal
Finishing The tree
Half dead tree
Half dead Tree
Half Dead Tree

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Liberty tree service
4.9(
33
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are very professional with their work. They showed on on time and responded very quickly with any questions I had. A very honest and hard working company. I had some very challenging trees to cut down and they did a fantastic job. I recommend them to anyone."
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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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Customers say: True professional

"DR Bob treated my tree for Dutch elm disease, as well as my shrubs for spider mites, and black spot. Definitely cheaper than replacing all my shrubs, which I was preparing to do. Prompt and professional. Fingers crossed, this works!"
Response time4 hrs
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

Cutting down a tree next to power lines is never a DIY job, and it’s a good idea to contact your utility company first. In most cases, the utility company will need to take care of any tree problems within 10 to 15 feet of power lines. If you want to remove the tree for aesthetic reasons, hire a pro to do the job. Trying to cut trees near power lines yourself can create many safety hazards, and you could be liable if you inadvertently cause damage to electrical equipment.

The best pro to hire for spraying trees is a tree maintenance specialist. These pros are well-versed in selecting the right spray treatment and applying it properly to ensure there’s no collateral damage to the tree or surrounding landscape. Many tree maintenance services employ certified arborists, but for these routine visits, the extra investment usually isn’t necessary.

While it’s best to have access to large, healthy, strong trees in a safe position, treehouse living is still possible without them. Contractors can fit tree posts to build the structure onto or use posts as additional support alongside the trees themselves. If you’re in doubt about the suitability of the trees on your land, consult with a local treehouse builder before you start the project.

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