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Treewerx
4.6(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Sun Prairie, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't recommend Treewerx enough. I had a massive Silver Maple that several companies said was too big for them to handle. Treewerx took it down in less than a day. Their workers did an excellent job of cleaning up and there was minimal damage left to our grass even though they had to use heavy equipment to remove the lumber. If you have a big job and are trying to decide between several companies, I would go with these guys hands down."
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Treemek Crane
Crane Removal
Crane pick
Crane Removal

+18

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Hamm's Arborcare, Inc
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Sun Prairie, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We were so impressed by the quality of professionalism, from the gal answering the phone, to Kevin, to the "tree guys" felling the trees exactly in the space we requested. All were very helpful and courteous. Kevin's summation on our troublesome huge pine root heaving up our blacktop was about what we expected, but he went into detail and gave some good advice to help the problem. Great job!!!"
Dino lift 72RXT
Bucket Truck
Skilled Climbers on board!
Kevin Hamm - Board Certified Master Arborist
Dino 72RXT

+4

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Leo's Landscaping
4.6(
106
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Sun Prairie, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hired Leo's to cut down a bunch of medium sized trees. They came out a few days after the quote. Got everything cut down, stumps grind, hauled away the wood all in a couple hours. They were easy to work with, careful, and cleaned up the area sufficiently. Prices were very competitive and I hope to have them cut down more trees for us in the future."
Retaining wall
Wall
Wall
Wall
Wall

+86

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Extreme Lawns
5.0(
28
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Sun Prairie, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommended! Great communication and work was completed in a timely fashion. We plan to utilize their services as we complete other projects on our property!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

Lightning can cause massive damage, fires, and openings for other threats like bugs or fungal diseases. Barring any large fires or explosions, it’s difficult to tell how much damage a lightning strike has done until after a thorough inspection. Contact local authorities immediately if lightning strikes a tree in your yard and it causes a fire or explosion.

After a big storm, you may not be sure if a tree was struck or not. Look for the telltale long scars, like strips or gouges in the bark of the tree, running in sometimes jagged lines down the length of the trunk. These scars will often show vulnerable living wood inside the tree. It’s also common to see scorched or wilted leaves on the side or top of the tree where lightning struck.

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 safest way to cut down a tree is to make sure you’re completely prepared and have done all the necessary safety checks, including double-checking your equipment is in good working order, you have plenty of clearance to fell the tree, you’re wearing all the safety gear, and you have a partner to help you (who should also be wearing safety gear). 

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