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Q: How far should trees be from foundation?

• <div><p>In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree&rsquo;s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.</p></div>

Q: What is the best month to trim palm trees?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll want to have your palm trees trimmed during the spring, ideally in May, before hurricane season sets in, which generally takes place during the late summer. Palm trees grow fastest over the summer months. You&rsquo;ll also want to trim your palm trees when you notice:</p><ul><li><p>Brown fronds </p></li><li><p>Dry leaves</p></li><li><p>Flower pods</p></li><li><p>Fruit</p></li><li><p>Fronds overgrown in power lines</p></li><li><p>Frond encroaching upon your neighbor&rsquo;s home or yard </p></li><li><p>Visible damage from a storm</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Does a tree removal company need to be insured?

• <div><p>Yes, it is essential to confirm that any tree service company you hire is properly insured before they begin work. Tree removal, trimming, and pruning are dangerous jobs, and proper insurance protects you, your home, and the company from liability in case of accidents or damage. Look for a company that carries both general liability and workers&rsquo; compensation insurance, and do not hire one that cannot provide proof of coverage. When browsing for professionals, you can look for indicators like an &ldquo;Angi Approved&rdquo; badge, which signifies that the business meets standards like holding applicable licenses and passing a background check. Keep in mind that a license is a legal requirement to operate, while certifications are typically voluntary.</p></div>

Q: Can I use a chainsaw to kill a tree stump?

• <div><p>You can use a chainsaw, but it won&rsquo;t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion. </p></div>

Q: Do arborists climb trees?

• <div><p>Not every arborist climbs trees, but most will do so if that&rsquo;s the best method for assessing or treating a tree. Arborists have a variety of tree climbing gear and safety equipment to choose from when climbing trees. Consult your local arborist about their tree-climbing plan if your service requires that type of task. </p></div>

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Last update on September 14, 2024

Reviewed in September 2024
Great prompt service always calls you back, ensuring that you receive the assistance you need in a timely manner. They consistently deliver exceptional work and I will definitely hire this company again.
Climb High Tree Service
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Reviewed in May 2024
Would gladly use this companyâ s service again. Great job and efficient. Responsive. Affordable prices. ð ð »
Colemans Lawn Care & Mobile Detail
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Reviewed in March 2023
Amazing work, outstanding prices, and excellent customer service.
At Your Tree Service
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Reviewed in November 2022
Cut large tree right against fence. Dropped it just right. Cleaned up everything. Did several more trees. All in one day. Great job. Very friendly. Would highly recommend.
Grizzle's Tree Service
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Reviewed in February 2021
The service was very well. He was good. I would rate him the best and I would hire him again in the future.
Weaver Decking
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Reviewed in March 2020
He came by right away and assessed the problems. He was knowledgeable and everything was taken care of the following day. Great service good price.
Michael Blackburn
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Reviewed in February 2020
They were awesome. They did a really good job. They were really fast. The price was right. They did extra things and did not charge me for that. I'm happy with their service.
Abshire Builders
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Reviewed in January 2015
Excellent service, including good communication about time of arrival. Very good crew installed the new system. One brief adjustment was needed, and again, they were timely and solved the problem quickly. Operation of the unit has been excellent through the winter months. <br />
LARRY DYE'S HEATING & COOLING
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RR Tree Service and Care LLC

5.0(

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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Welcome to RR Tree Service and Care LLC, proudly servicing Rural Retreat and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

Response time4 hrs

Response rate85%

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AdVance Construction LLC

New to Angi

Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

I offer land clearing and excavation. I am currently a small business owner with a 10 ton excavator and dozer that I use to do tree removal or grading work done. I also do small construction work/DIY projects, and any small handyman projects. I am very affordable and I’m willing to work with any customer.

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Cut Right Tree Service

4.7(

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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business+2 more

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very good company will definitely have them back for my tree needs"

Response time12 hrs

Response rate94%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Salyer's Tree Service

4.9(

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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

"They charged less money and had tree down in under two hours when another company told me it would take a day and a half. Hauled everything off and left yard in great condition."

Response time2 hrs

Response rate90%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Cut-Rite Tree Service

4.8(

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Tree Removal

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Called at 10 am on Sunday and was at my house by noon doing the job to remove the tree that fell on my house. I would highly recommend him for any tree removal needs. Couldn't be more happy with the work that they did."

Response time10 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"He gave a honest quote for removing a dead ash tree we had in the yard. And he was cheaper that the other tree services we called"

Response time3 hrs

Response rate93%

Recommended by33%of homeowners

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Muncy Tree and Landscape Services LLC

5.0(

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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

"Very courteous fast and reliable, good prices also"

Response time10 mins

Response rate100%

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Hugo Tree Service - Home Facebook

4.0(

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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"Hugo and his team quoted me a fair price for spring cleanup - 2 large tree removals, 3 large tree trims, mulch, edging and weeding our flower beds. They arrived early, worked hard and completed the job on-time and on-budget. I will use them for all of my tree and landscaping jobs."

Response time6 days

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Green Dreams Landscape

4.9(

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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"I have always been very pleased with Hunter's work. Hunter will do anything you asking to do. I used Hunter's service for over 2 years and was always pleased. I highly recommend Hunter."

9 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by30%of homeowners

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CSI Home and Commercial Services

4.6(

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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Raven, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"CSI was flexible and was able to schedule a home inspector the day after I got a bid accepted on a house. The inspector, Patrick, showed up on time and the inspection took about 4 hours. Patrick was responsive to any questions I had by email or live during the inspection. My one recommendation is that I requested a pest, mold, radon, and home inspection. It would be a better heads up if they explained that they sometimes outsource the radon inspection depending on availability of radon inspectors. Also, they can explain a bit more for new home buyers what is involved with a mold inspection. Patrick ended up just eyeing whether he spotted any mold. Because he did not see any mold, we did not have to pay extra for mold samples."

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

You’ll want to have your palm trees trimmed during the spring, ideally in May, before hurricane season sets in, which generally takes place during the late summer. Palm trees grow fastest over the summer months. You’ll also want to trim your palm trees when you notice:

Brown fronds
Dry leaves
Flower pods
Fruit
Fronds overgrown in power lines
Frond encroaching upon your neighbor’s home or yard
Visible damage from a storm

Yes, it is essential to confirm that any tree service company you hire is properly insured before they begin work. Tree removal, trimming, and pruning are dangerous jobs, and proper insurance protects you, your home, and the company from liability in case of accidents or damage. Look for a company that carries both general liability and workers’ compensation insurance, and do not hire one that cannot provide proof of coverage. When browsing for professionals, you can look for indicators like an “Angi Approved” badge, which signifies that the business meets standards like holding applicable licenses and passing a background check. Keep in mind that a license is a legal requirement to operate, while certifications are typically voluntary.

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

Not every arborist climbs trees, but most will do so if that’s the best method for assessing or treating a tree. Arborists have a variety of tree climbing gear and safety equipment to choose from when climbing trees. Consult your local arborist about their tree-climbing plan if your service requires that type of task.

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