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Avatar for Stigall Tree Service, LLC
Stigall Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Quilcene, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stigall Tree Service, LLC is 5 STARS and if you look to the right I left a review last week. HomeAdvisor gets NO STARS for continuing to send me emails to review this job. Past review: Great Job! Great Price! The job was completed the second day from the phone call. Stigall explained the tree cuttings and how the tree would grow from now on. Suggestions were given to us to treat the moss on our roof. We were..."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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WESTERLUND WOOD & TREE SVC
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Quilcene, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used the company for a number of years as they are always willing to tackle my tree trimming and removal needs. They do excellent work, charge fairly, and are always trying to fit me into their busy schedule."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DARREL EMEL'S TREE SERVICE
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Quilcene, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1958

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Answered emails and phone calls right away. Patrick and his crew showed up on time and did an excellent job taking down this tree with no damage to my dock. Good clean up afterwards. Very pleasant and professional. Would definitely hire again."
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The felling notch you make before you make the final cut will determine which way the tree will fall. The cut will be in a wedge or triangle, and the tree will fall from the highest point of the triangle. You can use this, as well as the process described above, to estimate where a tree will fall. 

The average tree pruning should take one hour with the right equipment. Light pruning of a small tree may only take around 15 to 20 minutes. Pruning multiple large trees in your yard will probably take several hours, including cleanup. However, tree pruning pros can do this job much faster, so you can rely on pros if you’re short on time.

Yes, cutting a tree's roots can cause it to fall, particularly if major support roots are severed. In extreme cases, trimming roots can affect the tree's structure and stability. Many crucial roots are located just below the soil's surface. If you make severe cuts to roots more than 2 inches in diameter, you risk impacting the tree's water flow and its ability to withstand severe winds or storms. Even cutting roots less than half an inch in diameter under or outside the tree's canopy can cut off its water supply, causing it to decline, die, and eventually topple.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

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.

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