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Green Empire Arborists
4.9(
24
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Evan and Sean did an excellent job thinning the trees on my back lot. They were dependable, professional, and their pricing was very reasonable. The work was completed to a high standard, and I’m very happy with the results. I would definitely recommend them."
MapleTree Climb
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NEK Tree Workz LLC
5.0(
24
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh was fabulous to work with. Very communicative, timely and professional. We had several trees that needed to be removed as they were too close to the house and he did a great job. Will be coming to NEK again for any future tree work."
Elm removal
Tree Service Project
Maple tree on house
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project

+79

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Avalon Sunset Tree Services
5.0(
31
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently had the pleasure of hiring Joe Candido of Avalon Tree Service to remove a 100 + foot tree on my property. It had needed to come down for quite some time and a recent wind burst had caused a large branch to come crashing down in my yard in the middle of the night. I received multiple quotes and they came in a wide variety of pricing and the methods that would be used to take down the tree. One thing that struck me about Joe was that he called me right back after I left him a voicemail and set a time to come look at the tree. Upon arrival he looked at the tree and took videos and pictures of it and said he would be back in touch soon to review the method he would use to take it down and what my cost would be. A few days later Joe called me back and we set a time to meet. Joe was very detailed on how he would tackle the job, when he could do it and how much it would cost. I was so impressed on how detailed he was and that his method (climbing the tree and cutting it down) would have the least amount of damage to my property. All the other companies I spoke with said they needed to get a bucket truck or a crane to do the job and that I should plan on having some serious damage to my lawn and the stone wall surrounding it. I decided to go with Avalon and I was not disappointed. Joe came early on a Saturday morning with his impressive array of chainsaws (small, medium and gigantic) and climbing tools. It took the entire day and piece by piece the tree came down until it was just a stump. I am very happy with the job that was done and the fact that everything was cleaned up and there was no damage to my lawn or my wall. I found Joe very knowledgeable and friendly and most of all responsive to my questions and concerns. In my opinion its very rare to find any contractor that returns your calls and does what they say they are going to do at the agreed upon price and that is why I would not hesitate to recommended Joe and Avalon Tree Service."
155' Cotten wood
Dead Branches
Branch Removal
Too big for yard
Storm Damage

+3

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
BARDEN OUTDOOR SERVICES LLC
4.9(
8
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Tree TrimmingTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"In addition to yard clean up, Andrew, built and prepared a beautiful raised bed. He was very professional and helpful. I especially appreciate all the extra ideas and suggestions he gave. Very fair price and excellent quality of work. I would definitely use this company again. I would highly recommend Andrew to others."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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David
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Burlington, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I have always had a passion for trees dating back to my dendrology classes at Miami University. That passion has fueled many years in the arboriculture industry as a crew leader and climber. I'm happy to consult with you on your trees or shrubs and options to explore to preserve them for the long-term. Being an ISA Certified Arborist, I'm always striving to keep up with industry standards and grow myself.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.

The best tool to cut trees is a chain saw. You can adjust your chain saw to the correct size based on the size of the branches, offering you the fastest and cleanest cut for medium- to large-sized trees. Depending on the type of chainsaw you use, you can cut through larger trees than you would with a more manual tool like an ax.

If you’re wondering whether you can plant a tree where the stump was removed, know that the soil conditions won’t be ideal, so you should avoid it. The soil beneath the previous tree will likely be depleted of nutrients, plus there may be roots left behind that will seriously hinder the growth of a new tree. Also, if you use salt or other chemical solutions to kill the stump, these can linger in the soil for months or even years and prevent healthy growth. It’s best to choose a different spot that’s at least three feet away for a new tree, or wait at least a year and thoroughly amend the soil before you plant.

The amount of time it takes for a tree trunk to rot depends on several factors, including the tree’s size, species, and environmental conditions. It can take anywhere from a few years to several decades for a tree’s trunk to rot. A tree stump, on the other hand, can take up to 10 years to disappear after it’s decayed naturally.

Common signs that a tree is rotting include dead branches, a leaning trunk, peeling or cracked bark, leaf discoloration, and the presence of fungi. If you notice any of these signs, it’s best to hire an arborist near you to inspect your tree and determine if it can be saved or if it needs to come down.

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