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Avatar for Prusik Contracting
Prusik Contracting
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Malaga, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"prompt response, very professional and fair in price. I was at work when Grant did the work of taking my tree downtree down. When I returned home aside from the tree being totally Removed Yet they did such a great job of cleaning up the job site there was no signs of any work Having been done. I would highly recommend this company and would hire them again with no hesitation"
Douglas Fir Removal with high tie in
Maple Removal
Leaning Maple Removal
Massive Big Leaf Maple Removal
Tricky Alder Removal

+3

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Sound Stump Removal
4.9(
266
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Malaga, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My giant cherry tree fell over at 5pm and I called Brian for emergency tree removal. The next morning, he had a crew out to chop down and chip the tree. He then came out with the stump grinder and took care of the rest. It was all done by 1:00pm!! I cannot recommend Sound Stump more highly. I was in a situation where the rest of the tree could have fallen and done serious damage to property. Brian saved the day; the arborists were incredibly kind, conscientious, and helpful, which I especially appreciated in an emergency. This is an exemplary company. Thank you, Brian!"
large stump removal
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lake stevens

+11

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Oso landcape
5.0(
5
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+2 more

Serving Malaga, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Great, fast work with a smile! They did an excellent job removing a falling tree from my front yard. The cleanup was very thorough, too. They came out of their way to help me (I live in a remote, rural area in Western Washington near the mountains). They gave me a great price, too. I highly recommend OSO Landscaping!"
Xeriscaping Project
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Tree service for a client
Tree Service Done to a Client Halfway Through
Clearing a Backyard Property

+8

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wildfire Solutions & Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Malaga, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Roberto contacted me right away and came out the same afternoon to see the job and give me an estimate. He listened to what I wanted to be done and did exactly that. I am so pleased with the job he did that I have scheduled a date for him to come back again in the spring to take care of my other trees. He definitely cares about trees and his customers."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Strong Wall Landscape - Home Facebook
5.0(
2
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Tree Trimming

Serving Malaga, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"These guys are great. After another contractor we have used for several years canceled, then dropped us completely, we had to search for a replacement. Strongwall showed up as promised, gave a reasonable quote, and did exactly what we asked. Most important, they are good at what they do. Our job included thinning both deciduous and conifer trees. The results were very professional. Notable is the exceptional job they did of cleanup, better than any other contractor we have employed. We highly recommend Strongwall Landscaping."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The speed of your tree root removal process depends on a few different factors, including the size and type of tree. However, the fastest method of killing tree roots is applying chemical herbicide, which starts working quickly and efficiently. But this removal method has its drawbacks, such as having a negative effect on the surrounding vegetation and landscaping. Other options like rock salt and stump grinding work relatively quickly and cause less damage to your yard.

No, you cannot plant a tree above a gas line. Tree roots grow and spread over time and can sometimes dent, crack, or penetrate a gas line. Those same roots may also cause accessibility problems for maintenance or repairs. You can generally plant vegetation with non-invasive root systems, low-growing vegetation, and flower beds near gas lines. 

A standard tree removal doesn’t include stump grinding. If you want your contractor to remove your tree and grind the stump, you must pay an extra charge. That said, you’ll likely save on the cost of stand-alone service—especially if it’s a small tree and they can finish both jobs in a single trip.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Finding a reliable arborist starts with researching specialists in your area and checking their licensing and certifications. Use online resources like the Better Business Bureau (BBB) to conduct research on each company. Next, contact the arborist and ask the following questions to see whether they are the right fit for your project:

  • Do you handle or specialize in dealing with the issue I’m having?

  • Are you fully insured?

  • Do you have customer references I can call?

  • Do you have any third-party certifications?

  • What equipment and strategies do you plan to use?

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