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My Arborist
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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"He was very honest, always on time and gave me excellent feed back on what needed to be done and his schedule . He was honest, very professional and did a excellent cleanup job. He has worked at our home and one of our rental homes and has done an excellent job at both."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
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North Texas Tree Experts
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

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"This company was simply amazing. Great prices and great work. Always on time and professional. We actually had a lot of work done. Tree removals and tree trimming and cleaning the entire front and back yard. We live in Sherman and I’m happy to discuss with anyone the work that was done. I’ll add photos soon"
Tree removal
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
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BW Insect Control and Tree Care
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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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
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Affordable Stump Grinding
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1960

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Emergency services offered

"He is a very qualified man. Very honest and does what he says he will do and the price was exactly what he said . No added cost and did exactly what he said he would do. We highly recommend this company."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ace-High lawn and home services
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Serving Gainesville, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Got a house from a builder with a terrible yard and garden with no underlayment and weed protection. Ace-Higher Lawn and Home Services provided excellent service and got everything taken care of quickly. Great people. 5 stars."
Full yard makeover
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It depends on the problem, the affected part of the tree, the risk of the pathogen spreading, and the overall health of your tree. Many diseases, fungal infections, and insect infestations can be successfully treated, especially if the issue is only in a few branches. However, if a disease is too widespread, too severe, too easily spread, or in the roots, the tree will likely need to be removed.

If you aren’t sure what you’re doing, be very careful when cutting mature tree roots (roots larger than 2 inches). Root cutting and pruning can affect both a tree’s stability and its ability to nourish itself. Issues during root cutting can result in damage or injury. 

It’s recommended you call in a pro to help, unless it’s a very small tree and you aren’t worried about the prospect of losing the tree.

You can use herbicides to prevent roots from growing without killing the tree itself, however they must be used with caution. Systemic herbicides are absorbed by the root and can kill off problematic roots. However, herbicides can sometimes negatively impact nearby plants, so the solution is best used sparingly.

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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