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Avatar for Ya Tree and Lawn Services LLC
Ya Tree and Lawn Services LLC
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"This company was amazing. They are experienced and know what they are doing when taking down large trees. Elder is who I spoke to for my tree removal. He was very nice and always available to talk if I have any questions. He also gave me an amazing price to remove eight trees and a couple of bushes. Everyone was friendly and worked in a safe and timely manner. I definitely would call them again if I need any other work done"
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+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
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Legacy Tree Expert LLC
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

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Leveling Top Lawn
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They took out Japanese knotwood. There were many roots traveling out and they got rid of them too, very important in eradication.They were here in the morning and got the job done. They were efficient, knew what they were doing and very kind. I will hire them again."
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Honey do list helpers
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Hello my name is Razale Ragland. I started Honey Do List Helpers a few years ago. We specialize in junk removal, small demolition, and cleaning out and around your home or office space. A small company with a major drive. If you need it done fast and safe then you’re in luck 🍀

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Legacy Tree Expert LLC
4.9(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Amherst, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"LTE was very professional in their attitude and in completing the contracted job. They were quick efficient and cleaned up after themselves. If you didn't miss the tree - you wouldn't know they had been there. I would hire them again if the occasion arose."
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Tree trimming

+14

Response time8 hrs
Response rate97%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

In most cases, leaving tree roots underground is not a problem if the stump has been removed or ground below the soil. However, some larger roots may decompose, leaving dents in your soil. Additionally, some aggressive trees, including willows, oaks, elms, maples, and poplars may grow back from roots. Large aggressive trees with established root systems are more likely to grow back.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

The average lifespan of an oak tree is 100 to 300 years, so long as it isn’t impacted by diseases like sudden oak death. Some species will last shorter or longer, depending on where you live.

You’ll have to balance up the cost, the value of the tree (sentimental or otherwise), and the risk factors. An experienced arborist will help you understand whether transplanting is likely to be successful. The cost and hassle of transplanting a large, well-established tree are often not worth it, especially if the species is fast-growing and easy to source. The decision depends on the age and species of the tree, the conditions in the new site location, and how careful the company is when digging out and moving the tree.

The exact answer to this question depends on which region of the country you’re talking about, but according to various tree counts, some of the most common types of trees in the United States include red maple, Douglas fir, quaking aspen, loblolly pine, and sweetgum.

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