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Creekside Tree Service and Resources
4.5(
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Serving Kilmarnock, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

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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 his crew were on time..professional and friendly. They were very careful taking down the trees we wanted down and trimming all the limbs from the other trees we wanted done. Once they were finished they cleaned all the debris from the yard..I will gladly give them an excellent review and in the future when and if I need them again I will definitely use them. They all feel like family now."
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Forgatsch Handy Services
New to Angi

Serving Kilmarnock, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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 may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

In some states and municipalities, you will need a permit to remove a tree on your property. In many cases where permits are required, a tree must reach a maximum height before a permit is required to remove it. You can either ask your local building department or a tree removal professional if you’ll need a permit. If you do, you can expect to pay between $50 and $150 for the permit alone. Your tree removal company should pull the permit for you and include the permit fee in your total.

The best tools for tree removal include a chainsaw for large trees, an ax for notching and cutting down small trees, and a wedge to help control the direction a tree falls in. A hatchet can be useful for very small trees, but won’t be effective for medium to large trees. 

An arborist specializes in tree care, performing tasks such as pruning, treating diseases, and removing hazardous trees. They also assess soil conditions, plant trees, and develop landscaping plans to ensure healthy growth. They also manage debris cleanup, inspect equipment, and record maintenance activities. Arborists often collaborate with landscapers and professional tree maintenance services, applying their specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills to maintain tree health and safety.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

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