Should trees close to a house be removed?

• <div><p>A small, healthy tree growing close to your home isn’t usually a problem. However, it’s worth speaking to an arborist if you have a tree within 15 to 20 feet of your home that isn’t in such good health or is encroaching on your home’s perimeter. The last thing you want is branches burrowing their way under tiles, causing a roof leak.</p></div>

Can cutting roots make a tree fall?

• <div><p>If major <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/will-cutting-tree-roots-kill-tree%E2%80%8B.htm">support roots are cut</a>, the tree may become unstable. Many are located just below the soil’s surface. Even cutting roots that are less than one-half inch under or outside the edge of a tree’s canopy can cut off its water, causing it to decline, die, and eventually topple.</p></div>

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Q: Should trees close to a house be removed?

• <div><p>A small, healthy tree growing close to your home isn&rsquo;t usually a problem. However, it&rsquo;s worth speaking to an arborist if you have a tree within 15 to 20 feet of your home that isn&rsquo;t in such good health or is encroaching on your home&rsquo;s perimeter. The last thing you want is branches burrowing their way under tiles, causing a roof leak.</p></div>

Q: What tool can you use to hollow out a tree stump?

• <div><p>Whether you choose to chisel and hammer, chainsaw, or burn your tree stump to hollow it out, always use protective goggles and thick gloves. Splinters are an inevitable risk. Having a power drill with a diameter of at least ⅜ inch also makes the job quicker and easier. </p></div>

Q: How much does homeowners insurance cover for tree removal?

• <div><p>Coverage varies quite a bit by policy, but most homeowners' insurance policies will cover <b>$500 to $1,000</b> of the cost of removing a tree. Additionally, if your tree causes damage to your property, like your house, many policies will cover some or all of the costs to repair the damage, depending on why the tree fell. </p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to purchase a stump grinder?

• <div><p>The cost to buy a stump grinder can fall anywhere between <b>$1,450 and $19,800</b>, with the majority of models priced below $3,000. However, grinders designed for construction or extensive commercial use might exceed $100,000 in cost. Prices vary based on the type of grinder, the brand, features, and other factors.</p></div>

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Last update on November 23, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Trent, Bruce, and team was very professional. They did an outstanding job removing a very large rotting red locust tree in my front yard with minimal disruption to my lawn. Highly recommend them. Will use them again for a future tree removal and other projects in my backyard. Thank you for the...
TNT Lawncare & Landscape, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2024
Mr. Naylor is extremely dependable and professional in his trade. He always maintains a safe work environment and has the expertise to preform all of the work in a safe and efficient manner. Mr. Naylor has removed more than 30 dead Ash and Pine trees from my property. After each tree removal, he...
HIGHVIEW SERVICES
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Reviewed in May 2022
Kirk did a great job of removing the old wood fence that had blown down and replacing it with a beautiful black chain link fence. I highly recommend!
Post Holes Unlimited, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2021
Mad City removed my elderly parents bathtub and installed a very nice handicap accessible walk in shower. The sales guy was very patient and listened to all the needs, he was not high pressure, and made us feel very comfortable with our purchase.
Mad City Windows & Baths
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Reviewed in October 2020
Went well, a lot of pet dander removed.
LOWE'S Air Duct Cleaning Inc. -- Unlimited Vents
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Reviewed in June 2017
Requested a quote in Feb. to remove existing asphalt driveway (Approx 17' x 40') and replace with new asphalt driveway - and add additional 8'x20' parking area to the south side of existing driveway space. Once the snow melted they had a quote provided by mid-March. Work was completed in June....
Gavers Pavers Inc
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Reviewed in May 2015
Estimate was free and accurate. They did need to send it out to be soldered, but first removed the hard drive to preserve my personal information. It was returned to the store 6 days later, in perfect working order. They even gave me a replacement charging cord, they had in the shop, free of...
Kontney Computer Group
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Reviewed in June 2013
Removed basement ceiling panels, removed defective part and replaced it.
Derek's Plumbing & Hydronic Heating LLC
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Reviewed in December 2012
They had taken necessary measurements and ordered windows. We didn't schedule work until they arrived. On work day they were prompt. Brought all the necessary tools. removed windows with a minimum of fuss. removed siding and set aside for reinstallation later. installed windows and trim no...
FORTY'S REMODELING SVC
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Reviewed in August 2012
They completed the work when they said they would, arrived on time, were courteous, installed the door properly, and cleaned up even removing the old door. This is the second time that I used the Door Store and would certainly use them again.
The Door Store Inc
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