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Avatar for Better Views Tree and Landscaping
Better Views Tree and Landscaping
4.9(
32
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Tree Removal

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ricky was prompt in contacting me. Gave me a quote and was able to complete the job the same day. I needed 2 overgrown evergreen trees trimmed and a canopy raised. They did a great job and made sure I was satisfied and cleaned everything up before they left."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for WB Castellanos Tree service LLC
WB Castellanos Tree service LLC
5.0(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very pleased with the work and service from WB Castellanos Tree Service. They know what they're doing! They got here when they said they would, went right to work and did what they said they would do. I can see why they have a 5-star rating. The work and service were both excellent and very efficient. They cleaned everything up nicely afterwards also. I would highly recommend this company."
Lot clean up
Lot clean up
Lot clean up
10 tree removal
10 tree removal

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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Humberto Tree Service
5.0(
25
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was genuinely very impressed with the work done by Humberto Tree Service. Not only was he right on time for our scheduled appointment, but he also listened carefully and understood my vision. The work itself was completed very efficiently, and he made sure to leave the area clean and tidy afterwards. He really worked around my incredibly busy schedule, and honestly, I couldn't believe that they were able to take down five trees, each 40 feet tall, All in under eight hours. Absolutely amazing work, and I will definitely be hiring Humberto Tree Service again."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JP3 On Hands Property Management
JP3 On Hands Property Management
4.9(
13
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was excellent they showed up on time very professional guys who keeps my yard looking great not to mention I had a tree growing over my sunroom and they also took care of that tree I will recommend them at anytime for any job. Thanks!!!"
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JM Concrete LLC
5.0(
13
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Colonial Heights, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We recently hired JM Concrete LLC to work on our patio, and we were thoroughly impressed with their professionalism and efficiency. From the very beginning, they were prompt in responding to our inquiry, setting a positive tone for the entire project. They took extra care to protect our lawn during the construction by using boards, which demonstrated their attention to detail and respect for our property. The work was completed on time, and we found their pricing to be fair and transparent. We highly recommend JM Concrete LLC for anyone looking for quality and reliable service at a reasonable price.â"
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

You can never truly stop a maple tree from growing taller, but you can rein in its growth by pruning. Proper pruning helps maintain a safe size for your tree without causing permanent damage. It’s important to start pruning a tree while it’s young, long before it becomes a problem. Otherwise, you may be left with too many hazardous branches to remove at once.

It's easy to misidentify trees that appear to be maple trees due to similarities in leaf shapes. Sweetgum, sycamore, and yellow poplar all have leaf shapes and appearances similar to maples. The fact that around a dozen maple tree varieties exist, only about half of which are considered common, makes misidentification an often typical occurrence.  

It will take you anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours per tree stump to grind and remove the stump from the ground. The larger the size, the longer it will take to remove the stump. Also, keep in mind that rocky soil may require local excavation services to loosen up large boulders before you can begin to remove the tree stump.

You can use a felling ax to chop down a tree by following the same prep and steps as a chainsaw, but be prepared to use some muscle. For trees bigger than 7 inches in diameter, it can take some time and serious strength to cut down a tree using just an ax. 

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