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Last update on March 30, 2026

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Hugo's Tree Service
4.8(
177
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Serving Rice, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Such a nice young man. He wanted to make sure his work pleased me before he left. I have recommended him to one of my neighbors and will recommend him to anyone that needs tree service."
Tree Removal
Finishing The tree
Half dead tree
Half dead Tree
Half Dead Tree

+7

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BW Insect Control and Tree Care
4.4(
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Serving Rice, 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
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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A and M Tree Services
4.7(
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Serving Rice, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Another Tree Service came out early today and gave me a low bid. I accepted, therefore I did not need A & M, and they were on there way to bid the job."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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888 BUILDERS, INC.
4.0(
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Serving Rice, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This builder was very professional and explained to me exactly what would be done and how much it would cost. He was upfront with me about everything. He completed the project in a timely fashion even though I had made some changes during the build. I would definitely use hime again and tell everyone he is reliable and trustworthy."
El Barco
Response time1 day
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Schneider Land Development, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Rice, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Kaleb was great to work with, he did a great job, the cost was reasonable and he was super responsive. He helped me understand all that went into the project and got it done quickly."
Mulching
Response time12 hrs
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

Tree roots are hearty and complex systems, so they don’t die immediately after the rest of the tree is removed. If you leave the root system in place, it takes anywhere from two to seven years for it to run out of nutrients. It is worth noting, however, that the roots stop growing and expanding after cutting down the rest of the tree.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. 

No, you should never top maple trees. Topping injures the tree and leads to the rapid growth of a weak canopy, which can be hazardous to rooftops and utility lines. Removing the crown can also leave the interior bark vulnerable to sun damage, leading to insects and disease. A topped tree can also reduce property value and permanently damage the appearance of a tree.

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