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Avatar for Matchless Blades Lawn & Landscaping LLC
Matchless Blades Lawn & Landscaping LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Carrollton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

"They were very responsive. Came out and walked the job site with me to endure they were being responsive to my requirements. Gave a excellent bid and were able to do the job within a few days. The team arrived on schedule and completed the removal of bushes and removing several years worth of pinestraw and leaves (more than 10 Cu.Yds. -compacted). Work was completed ahead of schedule and pricing was very competitive. I highly recommend Matchless Blades Lawn & Landscaping LLC."
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Bacon's Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Carrollton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were quick to respond to my request for a quote & came the same day to give me a quote. They were prompt to arrive on the day scheduled for the job, did excellent work & cleaned everything up. We plan to hire them again in the fall for the removal of a sickly tree. We would definitely recommend this company to anyone that needs tree service."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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JTM Cozy Lawn
4.6(
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Carrollton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Open communication through out, responded to any of my questions very quickly. Arrived on time exactly when they said they would. Great work lawn mowing, edging, and trimming. I plan on hiring them for the summer. Would recommend to anyone."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Avatar for ShoreFix Construction & Home Repairs
ShoreFix Construction & Home Repairs
4.6(
10
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Carrollton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired ShoreFix to replace a gate closure across my driveway. The gate is only a year old, and not many contractors want to deal with someone else's work without starting from scratch. By the time Dustin arrived I thought I was well-versed in my needs and prepared for the unnecessary upsell. The concept of what I needed done was on point. However, the practical work had a few details missing. I didn't have pins that fit into the driveway and I didn't have a handle to open and close the gate. He didn't try the unnecessary upheld and was willing to do exactly the work I needed. I appreciate ShoreFix for taking on the small job when no one else would. I'm also appreciative that Dustin did great work at a fair price. Now, as I consider more fence work, I know who to call."
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Turf Dog Landscaping LLC
5.0(
4
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Carrollton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"These guys were fast, professional, and respectful of my property. They even secured both gates before leaving. I am so happy with the job they did. My budget was tight and they got the job done in no time. My yard looks absolutely amazing and the edge work was fantastic! They even blew off the hard surfaces leaving a polished job. Hire them! I plan on it!! Sincerely, A Happy customer!"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

It’s not as common for Dutch elm disease to affect other types of trees, especially if the surrounding trees aren’t elms. However, it is possible for DED to spread to other trees, particularly in northern states, like Minnesota. In fact, it’s a good idea to use geography to identify wood and determine which types of trees are in your yard. 

Unfortunately, the complex and shallow root system of elm trees makes surrounding elm trees particularly vulnerable to DED. Early discovery is key!

Ideally, you should wait to prune until trees have gone dormant in late fall to early winter. The worst times to prune trees are early fall and late summer, as pruning them so close to dormancy makes it difficult for the tree recover before it goes dormant for the season.

Peach trees grow to be about 25 feet, so keep this in mind for pruning as well. If you plan to DIY, you’ll need to be comfortable working on a ladder. Without pruning, peach tree branches can sprawl nearly as wide as the tree grows tall, so make sure to plan pruning sessions at least once per year in the spring for controlled growth. And if you’re working on a ladder, be sure to follow all safety precautions, especially if you’ll be dealing with falling branches.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

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