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Avatar for VRC Tree Service, LLC
VRC Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Joel and his team worked fast and did a very professional job. The price was very affordable. I won't hesitate to hire them again and I recommend them for anybody that needs their trees serviced."
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+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Tree Service, LLC
4.4(
119
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great service and knowledge. First, they responded to the HA request the next day. Scheduling and evaluation was simple and direct and prompt. Arborist doing the eval was very helpful in our walk through of our trees. He was clearly tree-centric. Bid offered before he left. Very good value. Second, scheduling the service was again responsive and simple. Just a few days between contact, scheduling and service. Third, they called the next day after service to be sure everything was completed and to my satisfaction. The crew doing the work was attentive and clearly understood the goals. The worked fast, but completely. I rated the quality at 4.5 only because there was some minor clean up issues. Finally, I've used Top Tree two times prior to joining HA. I was please to see HA had them as a recommended provider. I would use Top Tree again."
Trimming & Thinning
Removal Prep
Tree Removal
Chipper hard at work
Tree Removal

+3

Response time3 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Sound Stump Removal
4.9(
266
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Tri Cities, 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!"
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+11

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cutting Edge Painting & Construction LLC
5.0(
14
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired cutting edge to re-stain my kitchen cabinets and to repaint the entire kitchen. I am pleased with the work they did and would highly recommend to friends and family. They communicate well and even helped me with recommendations that I’m very happy with. The entire crew was on it. Reach out to them for all your painting and construction needs."
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Recommended by46%of homeowners
Cutting Edge Painting & Construction, LLC
5.0(
7
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Tri Cities, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Cutting edge really lives by the name. They are very dependable and get the job done a very respectful group of guys they have working with them. I would highly recommend them to anyone that needs some tree trimming or tree removal done. They will get it done When said and cleaned up after"
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+76

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Not every arborist climbs trees, but most will do so if that’s the best method for assessing or treating a tree. Arborists have a variety of tree climbing gear and safety equipment to choose from when climbing trees. Consult your local arborist about their tree-climbing plan if your service requires that type of task.

Your local government is usually in charge of pruning trees on public property, and the power company is responsible for trees near power lines (even if they’re on your property). Whether or not they top these trees depends on their approach to pruning. You won’t be able to do much to control this, but you can contact them to find out more about their pruning process.

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.

Consumers typically do not need to worry about the cost of tree insurance, as professional tree service companies pay for their own coverage. For a tree service business, an average U.S. policy covering about $1 million in general liability costs roughly $40 a month or $500 a year. More extensive policies, providing between $500,000 to $2 million in coverage, can cost between $3,000 and $6,000 annually, depending on the company's size and scope of work. Tree service professionals should speak with an insurance company to determine the right plan for their business.

If you’re wondering whether you can plant a tree where the stump was removed, know that the soil conditions won’t be ideal, so you should avoid it. The soil beneath the previous tree will likely be depleted of nutrients, plus there may be roots left behind that will seriously hinder the growth of a new tree. Also, if you use salt or other chemical solutions to kill the stump, these can linger in the soil for months or even years and prevent healthy growth. It’s best to choose a different spot that’s at least three feet away for a new tree, or wait at least a year and thoroughly amend the soil before you plant.

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