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Q: Can a tree with borers be saved?

• <div><p>Tree borers are difficult to control and remove once they make a home in your tree. However, with patience and determination, some methods can slow the damage or even eliminate the pests. But, once the damage is too much for the tree to handle, the only solution becomes removing it. Talk to a tree specialist early for the best chance at saving your tree.</p></div>

Q: How much does tree removal cost near me?

• <div><p>Local tree removal prices range from <b>$200 to $2,000</b> overall, but vary depending on:</p><ul><li><p>Local cost of labor and supplies</p></li><li><p>Accessibility of the tree</p></li><li><p>Local laws regarding who is allowed to remove the tree</p></li><li><p>The species of the tree (softer woods are often easier to remove)</p></li><li><p>Local seasonal discounts for the off-season</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Will a palm tree live if you cut the top off?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, if you cut the top off a palm tree, it will die. Instead of budding or branching out, the top begins to slowly rot. That's why having a professional tree trimming at least twice a year is a good idea. If you don&rsquo;t have experience with trimming your palm tree, you might accidentally cut the top off, leaving a dead and rotting tree in your wake.</p></div>

Q: What is the safest way to cut down a tree?

• <div><p>The safest way to cut down a tree is to make sure you&rsquo;re completely prepared and have done all the necessary safety checks, including double-checking your equipment is in good working order, you have plenty of clearance to fell the tree, you&rsquo;re wearing all the safety gear, and you have a partner to help you (who should also be wearing safety gear). </p></div>

Q: What is not a good tree trimming technique?

• <div><p>Generally speaking, you&rsquo;ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You&rsquo;ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. </p><p>Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.</p></div>

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Last update on November 12, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
I had my home remodeled (exterior) with vinyl siding. The work was contacted and performed with no issues. However, after a wind storm, some of the fascia from the remodel, was blown off. I have spent MONTHS trying to get warranty work/repairs performed on this. Multiple phone calls made....
Woodbridge Home Solutions Dallas
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Reviewed in October 2022
I put in a request for a quote from three companies. Travis called me within 5 minutes and came out the next day. He explained everything and we decided to go with it. That was on a Friday and they were here the following Wednesday to do the install. Crew was extremely polite. They finished...
Milo Insulation
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Reviewed in October 2022
Very friendly and professional. And knows what they are doing. Great service!
TooGood Lawn Care
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Reviewed in August 2022
Very professional, quick, cleaned up after tree removal. Would hire him again.
Nando's Tree Service
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Reviewed in December 2021
I had a quick and personal response from David. He did a great job!
Out Right Wildlife Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
Only problem my husband thought and so did Excel that they should have cut two of bigger branches backore still too close to lines after lines put back
Clay's Clean Up
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Reviewed in March 2015
They were the cheapest. I called a bunch of companies and they offered me the same kind of service like the other ones and they were the cheapest one. The service was good. They called me and then they came and checked the service. They are a good company.
D's Pest Control
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Reviewed in June 2011
The experience went well. I scheduled 3 different houses because we live out of town. Each carpet cleaning was scheduled in 2 hour increments. It did not take them that long to clean the carpet at the first house, so they came to my house early. First, the technician made sure that I knew...
Blackmon Mooring
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Landers Ranch Services

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Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

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Customers say: Quick response

"Friendly, down to earth, honest."

+10

Recommended by14%of homeowners

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Tree Amigos Tree Services

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Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were nice, quick, and fair."

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Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

20 year landscape experience. I offer lawn care lawn maintenance, cutting grass. Weed eating edging tree trimming, shrub, trimming, planting small trees and rosebushes and plants fall clean ups. Junk.\n Removal.

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Flat PlainsLandscaping

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Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Flat Plains Landscaping is a family owned business we learned landscaping from our grandfather who owned his own business we offer all lawn care all basic services mow edge clean ups spraying hardscaping aerating tree trimming and tree removal

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Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff was very responsive in doing our tree trimming job. He was very conscientious and customer focused. He is a friendly person to work with. I would recommend him."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did awesome taking care of our trees. Nice, kind friendly service. We will definitely use them again."

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Recommended by80%of homeowners

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Alvarado Metal Design and Build

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Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Does great work pretty well known as a professional he likes to do things right"

Response time7 hrs

Response rate94%

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B & W Insect Control & Tree Care

3.3(

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Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dr Bob Whites's service was very quick and very effective. The trees (Golden Oaks} came back this summer with exstensive leafage and groth. He save both Oaks with his excellent service."

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Recommended by80%of homeowners

Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

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"Dependable, great job, and done in a timely manner."

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+39

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Earth, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

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Emergency services offered

"They cut down the tree, removed the stump, cleaned the mulch and leveled the ground. They did it all in 3 hours and we didn't have to lift a finger."

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Tree borers are difficult to control and remove once they make a home in your tree. However, with patience and determination, some methods can slow the damage or even eliminate the pests. But, once the damage is too much for the tree to handle, the only solution becomes removing it. Talk to a tree specialist early for the best chance at saving your tree.

Local tree removal prices range from $200 to $2,000 overall, but vary depending on:

Local cost of labor and supplies
Accessibility of the tree
Local laws regarding who is allowed to remove the tree
The species of the tree (softer woods are often easier to remove)
Local seasonal discounts for the off-season

Unfortunately, if you cut the top off a palm tree, it will die. Instead of budding or branching out, the top begins to slowly rot. That's why having a professional tree trimming at least twice a year is a good idea. If you don’t have experience with trimming your palm tree, you might accidentally cut the top off, leaving a dead and rotting tree in your wake.

The safest way to cut down a tree is to make sure you’re completely prepared and have done all the necessary safety checks, including double-checking your equipment is in good working order, you have plenty of clearance to fell the tree, you’re wearing all the safety gear, and you have a partner to help you (who should also be wearing safety gear).

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree.

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

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