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Creekside Tree Service and Resources
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Serving Kilmarnock, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"The owner called in a timely manner when I requested a quote for tree stump removals. He was at my property the next day after finishing a job in the area and ready to get the work done when we needed it. Very friendly and very professional. Will definitely hire him again for other work to be done around the homestead. Very satisfied."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
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Creekside Tree Service and Resources
4.5(
35
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Serving Kilmarnock, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 15 years of experience in the landscape & tree industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from lawn care to tree trimming and tree removal. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Creekside Tree Service and Resources a call today, we look forward to working with you!

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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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CK Lawn and Landscaping
4.6(
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Serving Kilmarnock, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Kevin and team did a great job cutting down the trees and cleaning up the site. Communications were consistent and the price was competitive. Highly recommend his company. Craig Bram"
Response time1 day
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Forgatsch Handy Services
New to Angi

Serving Kilmarnock, VA and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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Welcome to Forgatsch Services, I am a young man with a whole lot of expirience in the trades and handy work, I pride myself on hard and efficient work at a great price for customers, and always doing the right thing to satisfy the customers need. I am excited to work on whatever project you bring my way!\nSpecialize in tile install and repair, toilet and faucet install and repair as well as copper and pvc install and repair, painting interior and exterior, waste and material removal, lawn care mowing and trimming, carpentry framing repair and install, finish carpentry trim and moulding, tv mounting and installation, drain cleaning and stoppages.\nEmail: [email protected]\nPhone: 787-452-4328\nPhone: 252-314-8292

Gordon's Tree & Contracting Service
4.7(
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Serving Kilmarnock, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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"The owner responded quickly to our call and gave us a very fair quote by the next day. His team arrived during the time we expected and did a great job removing two trees. It took several days as one of the trees was very large. We were not able to be home during the whole process and they did an excellent job of clearing all the debris. We would definitely recommend Mr. Gordon and his crew. We will call them first for all of our tree removal in the future."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You will know that an oak tree needs to be removed when you see vertical cracks or dead branch stubs, which indicate internal decay. Other signs include trunk rot near the base of the tree and sprouts or small branches coming from the trunk.

If you’re planning on keeping the tree, unless the roots are invasive, there’s no need to remove them, as doing so can cause damage to the tree. If the tree has been cut down and the stump and roots are left, grinding and removing the stump can cause root decay for some species. For other species, the stump and roots will need to be removed to prevent pests, disease, and possible tree regrowth.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

Poison oak is similar to poison ivy in that it's in the same family of plants. Poison oak is identifiable by its rounded-off leaves and hairy leaf texture. Tree-climbing varieties live primarily in western states while low-growing poison oak bushes occupy the eastern states. Treat poison oak like poison ivy to get rid of it permanently.

White vinegar does not kill ivy on trees because its acetic acid concentration is not high enough to overpower it. Vinegar is an effective herbicide for weeds and other plants, but not for the strength of most ivies, including poison ivy and English ivy. You should use an herbicide to kill ivy, such as one with glyphosate, imazapyr, or triclopyr.

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