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Avatar for Carver's Tree Service LLC
Carver's Tree Service LLC
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Nellysford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work, great crew. Took down some tall dead and almost dead trees. in among smaller trees. not one bit of damage to my dogwoods and other trees. Every thing cleaned up to the nines! My go to person for ANY tree work Ann K. Lake Monticello, Palmyra VA"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
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JD Brothers Tree Services
4.9(
22
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Nellysford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Zack and his crew did the job day after he gave me an quote. Very easy to work with. I will call them for any tree work again. Very reasonable."
Land Mangement
Tree Removals
Tree trimming
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lawson Family Tree Care
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Nellysford, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Charlie Lawson. He was quick to respond to my request for a quote and quick again to schedule my work. I will definitely hire Lawson Family Tree Care again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Man, LLC
5.0(
9
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Nellysford, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ian Carlisle is extremely professional and knowledgeable about tree work. He is honest, punctual and completes the project as discussed. I highly recommend Green Man for your next tree project."
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First sweet gum down to the spar
Both sweet gum removed and final clean up
before the sweet gums are removed
property before chipping

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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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New Look Properties
4.9(
18
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Nellysford, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend this company! They were all-around great and very reasonable in price. I plan it hire them again soon for another project."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clark’s Tree and Land Management
5.0(
3
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+3 more

Serving Nellysford, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great guys to be around very thorough very efficient"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+2

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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McPeak's Tree and Landscaping
3.8(
17
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Tree Removal

Serving Nellysford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"McPeak and crew arrived promptly. They were thorough, efficient and completed work while be respectful of the property. I recommend McPeak without hesitation. Will use again."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal and Trimming
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+5

Response time8 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Jay Fincham Tree Service
4.8(
4
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Nellysford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jay was fantastic. He quickly responded to my request, offered a fair price, arrived on time and was very professional. I will be using his services again in the future."
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Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Keystone Construction and Renovations, LLC
5.0(
1
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Nellysford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. We look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time7 hrs
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

Generally, you’ll want to avoid pruning more than 25% of the tree’s canopy at one time. While pruning your tree is important, it’s possible to do it too often or to go too far. Again, this is why hiring a tree trimming pro to do the work is wise. However, if you do decide to DIY, going slow and trimming gradually is the name of the game.

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.

There are a few differences between tree guying and tree staking. Tree guying requires anchor stakes that are shorter and stronger than regular stakes and are driven deeper into the ground at an angle away from the tree. Tree staking uses longer stakes that are set parallel to the tree and are used for smaller trees. Consult a local tree professional to determine which method is best for your tree.

When a palm tree no longer produces new fronds and old fronds start turning yellow-brown, that’s a sign the tree is dying. However, transplanted palm trees can show these signs for the first several months as they re-establish themselves. It’s best to keep watering and not give up on the palm tree until a couple of seasons have passed and you’re sure it’s not coming back to life.

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