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Avatar for JTM Cozy Lawn
JTM Cozy Lawn
4.6(
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Open communication through out, responded to any of my questions very quickly. Arrived on time exactly when they said they would. Great work lawn mowing, edging, and trimming. I plan on hiring them for the summer. Would recommend to anyone."
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Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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East Coast Trimmers Tree Service
4.6(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had two trees removed and stumps ground - one average size and one very large. The entire crew was very knowledgable, safety conscience, and overall did an outstanding job. East Coast Trimmers are highly recommended for tree service at a very reasonable price. We will have them return for tree trimming as needed."
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Cut It Up Lawn Care
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were at my home the day after I contacted them, estimate and proof of insurance were received that night. They stayed in touch until the work date, arrived on time and did a great job. Highly recommended!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ShoreFix Construction & Home Repairs
4.6(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Yorktown, VA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I hired ShoreFix to replace a gate closure across my driveway. The gate is only a year old, and not many contractors want to deal with someone else's work without starting from scratch. By the time Dustin arrived I thought I was well-versed in my needs and prepared for the unnecessary upsell. The concept of what I needed done was on point. However, the practical work had a few details missing. I didn't have pins that fit into the driveway and I didn't have a handle to open and close the gate. He didn't try the unnecessary upheld and was willing to do exactly the work I needed. I appreciate ShoreFix for taking on the small job when no one else would. I'm also appreciative that Dustin did great work at a fair price. Now, as I consider more fence work, I know who to call."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

Yes, the same rules discussed above apply to your neighbor: They can trim one of your trees as long as they’re only cutting the portion that extends into their property. Your neighbor is not allowed to access your property without permission, nor can they cut past the property line. 

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.

Unfortunately, if you cut the top off a palm tree, it will die. Instead of budding or branching out, the top begins to slowly rot. That's why having a professional tree trimming at least twice a year is a good idea. If you don’t have experience with trimming your palm tree, you might accidentally cut the top off, leaving a dead and rotting tree in your wake.

It may be possible, but transplanting a large, mature tree can be a tricky project, and some trees handle it better than others. If you have a tree you need to save and are considering transplanting it elsewhere, we highly suggest calling a tree removal service and arranging a consultation to see what they say (and how much a full transplant would cost).

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