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Avatar for Sunrise Landscaping & Tree Removal
Sunrise Landscaping & Tree Removal
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Rainier, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The crew from Sunrise Landscaping & Tree Removal were total professionals who did an outstanding job. I was worried about the tree being close to my house, but they relieved my fears by their "top-notch" attention to detail. I would absolutely hire them again and recommend them to anyone who asks."
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Crazyviking Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Rainier, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a dead tree that needed to be removed. Due to the location and accessability, I was concerned that having the tree removed would damage our landscaping. Crazyviking came out, surveyed the area, explained, step by step, how he would remove tree, how long it would take and assured me that he would do his best to protect the surrounding areas. We set a date for 2 days later, he arrived, removed the tree exactly like he said he would, chopped and stacked the fallen tree into pieces that I could burn in my fire pit. I highly recommend Crazyviking and I will call them if, in the future, I need help with any of our trees"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Nicolas Landscaping
4.9(
10
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain

Serving Rainier, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great Job, was able to change day and show up for an earlier date to get a quote. We decided on a reasonable price for the work that day and started work two days later. They stated the work could take 2 days but they finished in one day and got it all done. We were very happy with the final product. We will do services with them again."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Sunrise Landscaping, LLC
Sunrise Landscaping, LLC
3.5(
35
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Rainier, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This crew is respectful and professional. They stay in contact and arrive on time. They took down my giant birch tree in a matter of hours. My one suggestion to them would be to consider wearing more eye and ear protection. I would hire them again."
Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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RISE N GRIND STUMP GRINDING
5.0(
3
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Rainier, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Greg did a fantastic job for us. He ground up 4 tree stumps and even went above and beyond by grinding up a bed with huge blackberry nodules and ground cloth. We can now plant in this bed. He’s great to work with, pleasant and professional, prompt and a good communicator. I’d hire him again in a minute!"
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+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, it is essential to confirm that any tree service company you hire is properly insured before they begin work. Tree removal, trimming, and pruning are dangerous jobs, and proper insurance protects you, your home, and the company from liability in case of accidents or damage. Look for a company that carries both general liability and workers’ compensation insurance, and do not hire one that cannot provide proof of coverage. When browsing for professionals, you can look for indicators like an “Angi Approved” badge, which signifies that the business meets standards like holding applicable licenses and passing a background check. Keep in mind that a license is a legal requirement to operate, while certifications are typically voluntary.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

Generally, you’ll want to avoid pruning more than 25% of the tree’s canopy at one time. While pruning your tree is important, it’s possible to do it too often or to go too far. Again, this is why hiring a tree trimming pro to do the work is wise. However, if you do decide to DIY, going slow and trimming gradually is the name of the game.

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?

Unfortunately, palm tree stumps are one of the most difficult types to remove due to how their roots grow. Unlike other trees, palm tree roots grow horizontally and vertically. Palm tree roots grow as deep as three feet into the ground, although soil and growing conditions could mean they go as far as 50 inches into the earth. 

If you want to be able to repurpose the grass in the area where you removed a stump later, you’ll have to dig quite deep—and perhaps wide—to trim away all the roots.

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