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Avatar for Big Dogs Tree LLC
Big Dogs Tree LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Spotsylvania, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with this company was fantastic! They handled our first-time tree removal project with remarkable ease and made the entire experience pleasant. The team was professional and efficient throughout the process. We were thoroughly impressed with their attention to detail, such as making sure they can remove the tree roots without damaging utility lines. We highly recommend their services to anyone needing tree removal."
Pressure Washing Project
Tree Service Project
Leaf removal
Tree Service Project
Flower bed makeover

+43

Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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J&A Tree and Landscape
4.9(
105
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Tree Removal

Serving Spotsylvania, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the beginning, I received a prompt return phone call and I explained the work I needed done and the work was scheduled for the following day. Mauro was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and honest, which meant a lot to me! The job was to remove a large maple tree branch that had broken off and was dangerously dangling high in the big tree. The work was done quickly and safely and the price was very reasonable. I felt so much better when that problem was taken care of! Would definitely use J & A Tree & Landscaping again! They are licensed, insured, and give free estimates. Give them a tryâ ¦"
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+16

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R&A Tree Experts Inc.
4.9(
89
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Spotsylvania, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent team of three gentlemen handled our tree & stump removal! They responded to the request for quote same day and finished the project quickly. They even took the time to diligently clean up, including air-blowing my porch. Will hire again for future work!"
tree removal
tree removal
stump grind
tree removal
tree removal

+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Olinger's Tree Service
5.0(
46
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Spotsylvania, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Olinger’s Tree Service carefully removed several large but dying oaks and hickories, sparing rhododendrons underneath. They moved about a dozen large logs to an area where a mobile saw mill can access them. They also took down several acacia trees along an over grown fence line. They were fast and efficient and a very good value. Highly recommended."
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+29

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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J&M Tree and Landscaping LLC
4.8(
23
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTrees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove+3 more

Serving Spotsylvania, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I chose J&M Tree Services to remove a dead pine tree. Jorge, was in constant contact w me to make sure we were on the same page. The guys came in and did all the things, very quick and professionally. Will recommend them for any tree jobs and will be using them again if needed."
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+11

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gordon W Frazier Tree Service
4.8(
155
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Spotsylvania, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Awesome end-to-end experience! After two other tree service arborists inspected trees with me but then failed to actually send estimates, I searched Angie's List and read many of Gordon's reviews. I left him a voicemail on a Friday. He called me Saturday and was willing to visit that weekend. Since I was busy over the weekend, he agreed to call Monday or Tuesday. He called Tuesday at approx. 11am, indicating he was in the area working a job and could be by in 30 minutes. I agreed to meet him. We inspected my four large shade trees (2 sycamore and 2 maples) and I explained we needed better visibility from front porch, unblock view of a corner stop sign, and ensure no growth into siding. He explained his additional recommendation for overall thinning and shaping. He provided an on the spot verbal estimate of $800 and when I asked if he accepted a credit card, he indicated yes, but would charge only $750 if I wrote a check. I had researched average job costs and Gordon's quote was very reasonable. I then asked what his lead time was and he indicated his crew was finishing a job nearby and they could be by in an hour after they ate lunch. He and his crew arrived promptly an hour later, a crew of six total, including Gordon. Gordon rang the doorbell and asked me to review first tree trimming with him before he moved on to remaining three to ensure it met my expectations per our earlier discussion. After finishing, Gordon asked me to walk our property and review pruning for all four trees. His crew was well organized, worked together like clockwork, and Gordon was right there with them working and directing to ensure all trees were pruned to expectations and clean-up was thorough. Our yard looks "larger" now and is very open with the thinning Gordon recommended, as they removed overlapping and dead branches to include providing more ground clearance. They look great and Gordon indicated they shouldn't require pruning again for at least five years. I'll now hire Gordon for annual tree / shrub maintenance (fertilize, insects, disease prevention) and fire the other provider that had provided that service but failed to provide a pruning estimate. I strongly recommend Gordon and his team for any tree related care! Well done!"
Tree trimming
Removing limbs
Trucks
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

Some trees will bounce back just fine, and others will struggle and possibly die. Evergreens, for instance, have a very difficult time recovering after droughts and usually die after periods of extreme dryness. Usually, you’ll have to just wait and see—if the drought occurs in wintertime, it’s possible that your tree will recover during the gentler springtime.

A pro can guide you on the alternatives to tree topping depending on the specific issues within your trees. For example, if you’re dealing with breakage and cracks in your tree, they may suggest canopy reduction, which removes less than 25% of the tree’s limbs. If you’re dealing with lesser damage, some intentional pruning may be all you need. If you’re looking to get a clearer view through your tree, the pro may also try windowing or skirting your tree.

Depending on the severity of the damage, a tree might continue healing for years after a split or a break. Saplings can usually bounce back in the spring in one or two seasons, but larger trees might take a few years to regain their former strength. If your tree is showing strong growth and is not dropping limbs, you can consider it healed after the first two seasons.

While the fastest way to kill a tree is to simply cut it down, there are several other methods to choose from. You should hire a professional tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure your personal and property safety. Some slower but effective options include treating or grinding the tree stump or using a basal bark treatment. 

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