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Avatar for Oak Ridge Tree Solutions
Oak Ridge Tree Solutions
4.9(
40
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Oak Ridge Tree Solutions is the best tree service I have ever used!!! Ryan is an excellent , professional and has a great crew. He communicates well, is on time and accomplishes what he has contracted to do. He drops the trees where he wants them to fall and cleans up the area. They are dependable and their prices are very reasonable compared to some of the larger services. You won't be sorry if you use them. I highly recommend them and give them a try."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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In the Rough Stonework & Landscaping
4.9(
37
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very pleased w Lester and his crew!! Lester is very kind, personable and professional. A man of his word, he got the work started and done in a more than timely manner: definitely a hardworking team. I am very pleased with the results. Not only did he address the major issues I'd hired him for, he provided (and implemented) suggestions to improve the landscaping of my entire property. It looks fantastic. Lester was easy to get ahold of and very responsive in all communication. I highly recommend In The Rough Stonework!!"
Outdoor kitchen and walls
Outdoor kitchen and walls
Outdoor kitchen and walls
Outdoor kitchen and walls
Outdoor kitchen and walls

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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Grubby's Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
19
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I called two local tree service companies. They both said they would come by and give me a quote on a single large and old pine tree. they never responded or followed up. Grubby's is about 40 miles away and he returned my call promptly. He did everything He said he would do and went beyond what I asked him to do, I would use him again and will recommend him"
Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Robert Engstrom Landscaping
5.0(
8
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Rob is a skilled stone and paver artist. He rebuilt our stone lakeshore with care, and created new retaining walls and paver walkway for our lakefront home. Robâ s work is beautiful, and he works quickly. I will definitely hire Rob again."
Boulder Wall
Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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SFC Terrain Works
5.0(
7
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired SFCterrainworks to remove several large trees and to remove a large brush pile. Excellent work all around! Very considerate through every step and very competitive pricing. I have used other contractors in the past for comparison. I highly recommend SFCTerrainworks."
Sand piles
Spread and compacted
Powerrake attachment
After Compaction.
Gravel driveway TLC.

+2

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Red Cedar Line and Lot Clearing
4.9(
4
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had about 3 1/2 acres of land that had a whole bunch of heavy brush and trees that needed to be cleared off. It was especially hard to find someone who only specialized in land clearing and forestry mulching but luckily this company was available to do what needed to be done. It looks great now and the results are fabulous!"
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Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Custom Buildings and Exteriors
4.8(
5
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Serving Shell Lake, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Project took considerably more time than anticipated and we ran into weather issues with snow covering the ground before an acceptable final grade could have been done. There was an error in calculating an additional $400 of fill needed. They probably would have not charged me if I pressed the issue. However, the rest of their work was done well and to my requirements, so I paid them for it. The owner, Chad, was very easy to work with and generally available to keep me updated on progress."
Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You should plant trees at least 15 to 20 feet away from your house, and more if the tree will grow large and spread its limbs. Trees pose several dangers to houses when planted too close. They can litter the roof with leaves and branches, create fire hazards, make a ladder for larger pests, and even damage the foundation as their roots grow.

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.

Any cutting of tree roots can hurt or kill a tree, which is why it's recommended you don’t do it unless the roots are damaging or invasive on a nearby structure like your home. You should never cut more than 15 percent of above-ground tree roots at one time. If you have any questions about cutting tree roots, contact your local arborist.

In most cases, leaving tree roots underground is not a problem if the stump has been removed or ground below the soil. However, some larger roots may decompose, leaving dents in your soil. Additionally, some aggressive trees, including willows, oaks, elms, maples, and poplars may grow back from roots. Large aggressive trees with established root systems are more likely to grow back.

Tree roots can take weeks to years to die, depending on the method you use. Chemical herbicides take the least amount of time—typically between three and four weeks—while homemade methods, like covering an old stump with leaves, could take between seven and eight years. If you’re unsure which method to use or how quickly you need to act, consulting with a pro is always a good idea.

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