Why is it not okay to cut down trees?

• <div><p>Trees provide many benefits, including shade, habitat for local wildlife, and cleaner air, so it’s always a good idea to try an alternative strategy like <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tree-trimming-crown-reduction-versus-tree-topping.htm">crown reduction</a> before you chop one down. But sometimes, cutting down a tree is the only option (like if it’s severely diseased). A licensed arborist can assess the tree and recommend the best course of action.</p></div>

How can you save money on tree removal services?

• <div><p>Tree removal can be quite expensive, especially for larger projects, but you can use the following tips to help keep costs down:</p><ul><li><p>Do the yard cleanup afterward yourself</p></li><li><p>Choose to leave the logs on your property and split them yourself</p></li><li><p>Opt to leave the stump in the ground and tackle <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/things-to-know-about-stump-grinding.htm">stump grinding</a> yourself</p></li><li><p>Pull permits for tree removal, if necessary, to avoid fines</p></li><li><p>Pay to have multiple trees removed at once</p></li><li><p>Remove tree in the late winter or early spring during off-season</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

How much does professional tree service cost?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-hire-tree-service.htm">cost for a professional tree service</a> runs anywhere between <b>$200 and $760</b>, depending on the size and type of the tree. It might also cost more if you live in a remote area or if the tree is difficult to access, though a pro might offer a discount if you have multiple trees to trim.</p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2024
I will definitely use Greendpace Lawn care in the future. They performed outstanding job with my leaf cleanup. They were prompt, communicative, and professional.
Greenspace Lawn Care, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
Harris Son was very respectful and professional I explained what I wanted they showed up and completed the task! I called for Leaf removal some time after and they were Johnny on the spot definitely recommend the service from the guys! You will not be disappointed!
Harris & Son Property Maintenance LLC
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Reviewed in January 2017
Hired through Angie's List as a special for Leaf removal. Had minor issues with scheduling, mostly due to weather. They came out and performed all removal without instruction from me. They did an excellent job and I'll be hiring them for leaf removal yearly going forward.
Marshall's Lawn & Landscape Inc.
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Reviewed in December 2015
Great. The owner scheduled the job and arrived on time. I was unexpectedly absent on the scheduled day and he accommodated me by returning the next day. The job included leaf removal from a large area, as well as clearing paths through a woods on our property. I also requested that he clean...
JASON'S ODD JOBS
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Reviewed in April 2015
We are in a heavily wooded area, with 6-inch gutters. So there was a lot of debris. It was all removed, and the deck surrounding the back of the house was swept with a leaf blower. Good job.
Waterworks Pressure Cleaning of Virginia
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Reviewed in November 2013
Judy, her husband, and team are great to work with. Punctual, professional, and friendly. We've used them for light tree trimming and leaf removal and plan to use their other offer services, power washing, mowing, mulching, etc. in the future. They do excellent work with attention to detail...
D&J Affordable Services
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Reviewed in February 2013
Overall A+ experience. We were contacted within 24 hours of signing up for the Angie's list coupon, and all subsequent communication was prompt and courteous, including my last-minute need to reschedule. On day of service, they arrived right on time and handled the removal of items cheerfully...
Junk Shuttle
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Reviewed in January 2013
I was moving into a new home that really needed some landscaping done. None of the bushes/trees have been trimmed or taken care of for years. The landscaping overall needed an overhaul. Kyle made great suggestions that were economical and resourceful. He knew what to plant where and when so...
Extreme Lawn Care Plus
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Reviewed in December 2012
He and his crew were professional, courteous and quick. His crew cleaned up very well and even used a leaf blower to clean around the house and deck where they were not even working.
Ismael Landscape & Tree Service
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Reviewed in July 2012
We decided to call Marinho's after my parents had a great experience with them. They removed about 8 trees from my parents yard for an extremely low price. The work took only a few days. They were polite and professional and extremely neat about their work. Just as we expected, we...
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Leaf Removal questions, answered by experts

Trees provide many benefits, including shade, habitat for local wildlife, and cleaner air, so it’s always a good idea to try an alternative strategy like crown reduction before you chop one down. But sometimes, cutting down a tree is the only option (like if it’s severely diseased). A licensed arborist can assess the tree and recommend the best course of action.

Whether it's better to grind or remove a stump depends on your professional tree service’s advice and what you intend for the landscape to look like after removal. Grinding is faster and likely more affordable, but manual removal unearths the root system and leaves the potential for a clean slate for landscape design.

Tree removal can be quite expensive, especially for larger projects, but you can use the following tips to help keep costs down:

Do the yard cleanup afterward yourself
Choose to leave the logs on your property and split them yourself
Opt to leave the stump in the ground and tackle stump grinding yourself
Pull permits for tree removal, if necessary, to avoid fines
Pay to have multiple trees removed at once
Remove tree in the late winter or early spring during off-season

The cost for a professional tree service runs anywhere between $200 and $760, depending on the size and type of the tree. It might also cost more if you live in a remote area or if the tree is difficult to access, though a pro might offer a discount if you have multiple trees to trim.

If you’re hiring a company to perform stump grinding—or any home service for that matter—you’ll want them to at least have general liability insurance and worker’s compensation insurance. This type of coverage protects both you and the business in the case of any accidents. Professional liability insurance and inland marine insurance plans are also important for tree companies to have. Ask any pro you’re considering hiring about licenses and insurance coverage before booking the job.

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