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Avatar for Big Dogs Tree LLC
Big Dogs Tree LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+5 more

Serving Glen Allen, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing services!! "I had quite a few overgrown trees ,leaves and wood that needed shaping and trimming and removed and was looking for a company to handle these services at a decent price. He responded to my inquiry and I immediately set up a time for an assessment. He was prompt, courteous, professional, and the rates were fair and reason""One of the best out there! I will rehire again"
Pressure Washing Project
Tree Service Project
Leaf removal
Tree Service Project
Flower bed makeover

+43

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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Conner Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
131
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Glen Allen, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am sooo pleased with Jason & helper's work. Friendly, kind, professional guys who did an excellent job of cutting down 7 huge gum trees in my back yard in the flower beds, right near the deck, and were very mindful not to destroy my plants or anything else. I highly recommend them and am glad I found them."
Tree top looking at the moon
Arriving at the top
Tree top over the garage
Go big or Go home
Trying out my new mechanical ascender

+12

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
Ya Tree and Lawn Services LLC
4.9(
58
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Glen Allen, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We know that tree work can be stressful for homeowners, which is why we focus on clear communication, competitive pricing, and flawless safety standards. From shaping overgrown oaks to removing dead or dangerous trees near power lines and roofs, our skilled team handles it all. We treat your property like our own.

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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Castillo Tree Services & Landscaping, Inc.
5.0(
15
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Glen Allen, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Castillo Tree Services was outstanding in their work. They worked with me trimming several large trees exactly as we discussed. Their clean up of all debris was excellent. I really appreciate everything they did and would absolutely hire them again."
Tree
Tree
Tree
Removal tree
Removal

+3

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tree Service Ayala
4.8(
32
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Tree Removal

Serving Glen Allen, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Hard workers and didnâ t waste any time. Very friendly and polite. They trimmed my shrubs and cleaned my gutters, and did a great job! Iâ ll definitely use them again!"
Flower and mulch install
Flower and mulch install
Brick install
Brick install
Brick install

+1

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If executed correctly your tree should survive after being transplanted to a new spot. However, effective transplanting requires six months, careful root pruning, safe transport to the new location, and replanting in prime soil conditions. You’ll also need an appropriately sized root ball for a complete tree transplant. A good rule of thumb is that, for every inch in diameter, your tree’s root ball needs to be around 11 inches. So a tree with a diameter of six inches needs a root ball of approximately 66 inches.

While there is a lot of debate about whether boiling water is strong enough to kill tree roots, it is not best to remove the roots from large, old trees. You may be able to weaken young roots enough to remove them manually, but boiling water will likely not do the trick for large root systems.

Light-bark trees are most notorious for producing lots of sap when wounded. These varieties include maples, birches, poplars, dogwoods, magnolias, and elms, and they will bleed more when the trees are dormant. That’s why it’s a good idea to prune them in the summer months rather than waiting until winter.

Though summer is not ideal, you can do some light pruning during this time of year. Just make sure it’s not excessive. Vigorous pruning will stress the tree and impact next year’s growth. Generally, August to September are the best summer-pruning months, particularly for fruit trees.

The best time to transplant a tree is when it is dormant. For many trees, this means either in the fall after the leaves have dropped (around October or November) or in early spring before new growth begins (around March). The ideal timing can depend on the type of tree. Deciduous trees do well when moved in early spring or fall, while evergreens are best transplanted in early spring or late summer. For example, pine trees are best moved in early fall, but maples prefer late fall. Avoid transplanting in winter, as the frozen or hard, cold soil poses a significant risk to the roots and prevents the tree from acclimating properly.

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