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Avatar for Titan Tree Care, LLC
Titan Tree Care, LLC
4.5(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Kelso, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"They are very professional, quick, neat and tidy. They follow instructions very well and I would use them again. I tried other tree service before but they are the best."
Dead Popper Tree
Tree Removal
Dead Popper Tree
Tree Removal
Dead Popper Tree

+20

Response time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Willapa Tree Service LLC
5.0(
10
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Kelso, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tedd, was courteous, punctual, knowledgeable. and very proficient. He explained everything as he went and his cleanup was superb, better than our local lawn services do in the neighborhood. I will use them again."
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Up in the clouds!
10 ft Log Inbound!
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Highlander Logging, Inc.
4.7(
53
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Tree Removal

Serving Kelso, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am pleased to have picked Highlander Logging Inc. for my project. It was my first time contracting to trim my tree, removal of bushes and shrubs. Mike and Cody were timely from the bid appointment until the job was done. Both were patient and knowledgeable, and their quote appears to be fair compared to other bids I had. I would recommend them. I will use their services again if needed."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
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H & M Tree Service - Home Facebook
4.8(
31
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Tree Removal

Serving Kelso, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

"I live in Lacey. I thought getting a bid to take out 4 trees from a company so far away would be more expensive. I was so wrong. I called 4 different companies to get estimates. Only one company called me back. I set an appointment for an estimate and they gave a 3 hour window of when they would be here. They missed the window by over an hour. That company wanted $2800 to take out 4 trees. I went to Angie's list, put in my info and got 3 calls the next day. When Harold from H&M called... he said he could be here in 30 minutes. He showed up a couple minutes early. His estimate was half of the other company $1400 total to remove the trees and clean everything up. While he was here he pruned a couple of other trees and took out some weed trees no extra charge. Even though he was coming from an hour away he was still 5 minutes early. I am going to have him come back in the winter to trim some huge trees in my front yard. I can't believe that these guys have such great prices and did such a great job."
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Scary part done!
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Climbing
Way up!

+5

Response time12 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Portland Tree Care LLC
4.8(
79
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Kelso, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian was very quick at responding to our request. He was able to fit us in and arrived promptly at the time he had stated. He had his tree trimmer work on cutting back the tree while he worked on trimming the parking strip bushes. He made sure we were happy with how much was trimmed. Between the two of them, they cleaned up all the debris and loaded it in their truck. They were very fast and our yard looked great We have used their services in the past and have always been happy with their work. We will definitely work with them again in the future."
Pruning
Pruning
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During work
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+12

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for A Better Choice LLC
A Better Choice LLC
5.0(
18
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Kelso, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are amazing! 70ft tree leaning and ready to fall into power lines, due to a winter storm and high winds. Called for help and they responded within the hour on a a late Friday afternoon. Daryl went over his plan for this hazardous teetering tree, giving advice and options, making sure we understood what was going to happen. Their cautious expertise was amazing, as they managed to secure, and fall this tree without damage to surrounding trees and power lines. Was so impressive to watch them work together, so efficiently in windy and freeaing temps. They cut 16 inch rounds, branches were stacked and ready for chipping. The price was very reasonable and they all were professional and personable. You will not find "A Better Choice" tree service. Thank you Daryl and Heidi!"
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

You can never truly stop a maple tree from growing taller, but you can rein in its growth by pruning. Proper pruning helps maintain a safe size for your tree without causing permanent damage. It’s important to start pruning a tree while it’s young, long before it becomes a problem. Otherwise, you may be left with too many hazardous branches to remove at once.

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.

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.

Generally, homeowners do not need permission to cut down a tree on their own private property, but there are several exceptions where a permit may be required. You might need a permit if the tree is particularly large, old, or a protected species, such as a heritage tree. Trees located near public property or power lines can also be subject to special rules. Additionally, many local governments and homeowners associations (HOAs) have regulations controlling which trees can be removed to manage an area's appearance or prevent the spread of invasive species. To avoid hefty fines, it is crucial to check with your local government and HOA to determine if a permit is needed before you begin.

There are a few differences between tree guying and tree staking. Tree guying requires anchor stakes that are shorter and stronger than regular stakes and are driven deeper into the ground at an angle away from the tree. Tree staking uses longer stakes that are set parallel to the tree and are used for smaller trees. Consult a local tree professional to determine which method is best for your tree.

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