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Sound Stump Removal
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Orcas, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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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!"
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Bower and Family Stump Grinding
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Orcas, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you! \n

Lk landscaping and handyman services
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Orcas, WA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Hi my name is Larry Selbe-Fann I own lk landscaping and handyman. I can do work in the whatcom and skagit County area\n My speciality is landscaping I'm able to met all your landscaping requests. I also do your simple and complicated handyman services from simple roof repairs to complete re roofs. I do pressure washing gutter clean outs apartment clean outs do you have things sitting around and need to be hauled away Im able to do junk removal as well. There's no job to big or too small\n Thank you for taking your time to read my profile\n Im looking forward to being your handyman.

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ALL THAT AND MORE LLC
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Orcas, WA and surrounding areas

From safe and efficient tree removal to expert pruning and everything in between, our goal is simple: to keep your trees healthy, your property beautiful, and your peace of mind intact. No job is too big or too small—we approach each project with the same level of dedication, craftsmanship, and care.\n\nWhen you choose All That and More Tree Service, you’re not just hiring a crew—you’re working with a team that values hard work, integrity, and building lasting relationships in our community. We’re here to do the job right, and to go above and beyond every time.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

While there is a lot of debate about whether boiling water is strong enough to kill tree roots, it is not best to remove the roots from large, old trees. You may be able to weaken young roots enough to remove them manually, but boiling water will likely not do the trick for large root systems.

Lightning can cause massive damage, fires, and openings for other threats like bugs or fungal diseases. Barring any large fires or explosions, it’s difficult to tell how much damage a lightning strike has done until after a thorough inspection. Contact local authorities immediately if lightning strikes a tree in your yard and it causes a fire or explosion.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

If executed correctly your tree should survive after being transplanted to a new spot. However, effective transplanting requires six months, careful root pruning, safe transport to the new location, and replanting in prime soil conditions. You’ll also need an appropriately sized root ball for a complete tree transplant. A good rule of thumb is that, for every inch in diameter, your tree’s root ball needs to be around 11 inches. So a tree with a diameter of six inches needs a root ball of approximately 66 inches.

The ideal time to prune a tree depends on the type of tree. Typically, late winter or early spring is a good time to prune but isn't always the case for "towering trees." It's best to trim when trees are dormant and before blooms appear but can vary depending on the tree type. It's always best to research the type of tree or ask a professional tree trimmer to determine when is the perfect time to prune your tree.

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