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Avatar for Central Wisconsin Excavating
Central Wisconsin Excavating
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Fox Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Central Wisconsin Excavating (CWE) did a fantastic job on our project. They built a solid, well-prepared foundation for our 80,000-bushel grain bin and graded our driveways perfectly to ensure water drains away from our buildings. Their attention to detail, quality of work, and professionalism really stood out. The site was left clean and properly finished, and everything was done right the first time. We’re extremely happy with the results and would highly recommend CWE to anyone needing excavation or site work done right."
Pond project
Pond project
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Resolve Stump Removal
5.0(
12
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Fox Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rex is very professional and very responsive. He did an amazing job for us and also gave us excellent advice for the care of our trees. Without hesitation, we will hire him again and refer him to everyone we know."
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40 inch maple stump with extending roots

+9

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ANGRY BEAVER STUMP REMOVAL LLC
5.0(
6
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Fox Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He did a great job! We had Six huge stumps on a hill With the cable TV wire buried among the stumps. He was very careful to not hit the wires, yet very thorough in getting out all of the necessary stump material. He took away all of the debris and filled in all of the holes with dirt."
Huge Oak Tree Stump
Stump Grinder
Huge Oak Tree Stump
Bobcat 753 - also have bucket and grapple
Large ash tree

+9

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Angel Group LLC
4.8(
95
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Fox Lake, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Angel Tree Solutions did a great job! I hired them to trim my large maple tree. They were very efficient. They cut branches, removed them and cleaned everything up before they left. I would definitely hire them again for any tree service."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Sweeney's Tree and Landscape Services
4.6(
21
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Fox Lake, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very pleased with the service and work done. After cutting down a dying pine tree from my front yard, gave me some recommendations to help the grass recover and how to remove the moss growing on my roof. Stacked the branches for easy removal by city services and took the large trunk pieces for me. Very happy with the project from start to finish."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, forestry mulching can grind stumps, but the level of effectiveness depends on the equipment used. Drum mulchers can break down smaller stumps, but larger or deep-rooted stumps may require a dedicated stump grinder for complete removal. If full stump removal is necessary for replanting or construction, additional excavation may be needed. Always check with your forestry mulching provider to confirm whether they offer stump grinding and if their equipment is suitable for your specific needs.

Sometimes, knowing when you need tree-trimming services is straightforward, and other times, you have to do some investigating. Some tell-tale signs that you should have your tree trimmed include:

  • A poorly-formed tree with unruly branches, which makes the tree appear odd-shaped. 

  • A tree with tall or large branches that interfere with power lines or your home’s exterior.

  • A tree that provides too much shade in the yard due to branch overgrowth.

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.

Hiring an arborist costs around $900 on average, with prices ranging from $250 to $2,500 or more. Some arborists charge an hourly rate, typically between $100 and $350 per hour. The final cost depends on several factors, including the type of work, the number of trees, accessibility, and whether you hire an independent arborist or a larger tree service company. When hiring, you should also consider their experience and insurance coverage.

Below are some estimated costs for common arborist jobs:

  • Small tree removal: $300 to $500

  • Large tree removal: $500 to $2,000 or more

  • Tree health assessment: $150

  • Trimming a small tree: $75 to $200

  • Trimming a large tree: $150 to $400

  • Dealing with invasive species: $150 to $1,000 or more

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.

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