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Avatar for Lambert Treescapes LLC
Lambert Treescapes LLC
5.0(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business+4 more

Serving Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Of the companies I spoke with and gave me a quote I felt Lambert Treescapes was the most likely to give me what I was looking for. The result was like the perfect haircut. All the goals had been achieved and It looked great but a fresh cut wasn’t obvious. There were a few larger and longer branches that needed to be removed but I do not miss them."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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NW Arbor Care LLC
4.8(
497
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I got quotes from three different arborists, and I felt the most confident with Mark's quote. His team showed up a little early (which is totally ok), and they were FAST. Courteous crew, and did a super job with cleanup. The results met (and perhaps even exceeded) our expectations. Because of their great work, we won't need any tree work for several years, but I know I will call them again when we are ready."
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Altaview Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are fantastic. We met with several arborists, and Brenda & Jose impressed us from the moment we met them. One tree was a problematic situation because it was our neighbor's tree that we needed to have the branches removed from our property, and our neighbor was not cooperating. Originally we planned to have the tree cut with a hedge trimer right up the property line. Jose cared enough and hand-cut each branch individually. This tree is at least 75' tall. The other two trees we in our back yard and again, the team at Altaview performed to perfection."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Miller Tree Service
4.7(
125
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Miller Tree Service removed several trees from my property. One very bushy 40 ft Leland Cyprus which required a crane to safely remove. Great job protecting other plants and property and removing all the debris."
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Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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American Tree Care
4.9(
58
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"4th time hiring American Tree Care and once again they showed up on-time, did all of the promised work - plus some - matched the estimate and was polite, courteous and very efficient. Removed a died-all-of-a-sudden tree plus another heavy-leaning tree near the telephone and power lines and then trimmed huge cedar limbs that were rubbing on the roof. In the end, there is a nice pile of shavings for the walkway, a neat stack of logs for my neighbor to have - and that's it... nothing more to clean up, nothing damaged and no surprises. Don't hire another tree service without talking to American Tree Care first - it's not too good to be true."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Joe's Yard Service
4.5(
131
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very well. Worked quickly. Cleaned up when finished. Joe even pruned another smaller tree near the bigger one as an extra bonus. Very happy with the look of the trees and the quick and thorough manner in which the work was completed and cleaned up!"
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Bushman Tree Service Inc
4.5(
300
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are truly professional tree removers. They removed a 100 foot tall double trunk birch tree from my front yard, and ground the stump. This was a big tree. This tree was in a very difficult spot to remove. It was right next to my house, and just a few feet from my main electrical line coming from the power pole. Oh, it was just a few feet from the power lines out on the street. I can't tell you how carefull they had to be to do this job without damaging my house, taking out my main line, or taking out the power to the rest of the neighborhood. They placed every limb exactly where they wanted them to fall. I highly recommend these guys for any tree service. I will use them again in the future for all my tree removal needs. They cleaned up the job site too. They blow off my roof, bushes, walkway, and driveway. They started at 8am and were done by 3pm. If you have a dangerous or difficult tree to remove, these guys can do it, and do it right.
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Sauve & Sons Tree Work
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Suave and Sons Tree Work for anyone in need of tree services. They did an excellent job removing a large, difficult tree that was located VERY close to our house. The process was smooth and efficient, and the crew was clean and professional. The owner, Joel, was a pleasure to work with. He was easy to contact and was onsite working along the guys during the job. All of the guys were also very friendly and respectful. Overall, we had a great experience with this company and would not hesitate to use them again in the future."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Deciduous shade trees (the type of trees whose leaves fall off in autumn) need to be pruned in late winter—between February and March. That’s because it’s easier to find and remove sick or dead branches when no leaves are present. And wounds close and heal faster in colder temperatures so pruning them at this time also makes them less prone to infection.

Permits are often required for large tree removals, especially in urban areas or for protected species, ensuring regulation compliance and neighbor safety.

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. 

If you’re planning on keeping the tree, unless the roots are invasive, there’s no need to remove them, as doing so can cause damage to the tree. If the tree has been cut down and the stump and roots are left, grinding and removing the stump can cause root decay for some species. For other species, the stump and roots will need to be removed to prevent pests, disease, and possible tree regrowth.

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