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One Man Freelancing
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Spencer, WV and surrounding areas

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I am a young business owner and brand new father! I have worked all over the construction industry from a young age and became a licensed plumber before I finished highschool. The name “One man” Freelancing was inspired by my service in the WV national guard where I still currently serve as the “one man” a term given to the cannon crewmember who loads and fires the artillery cannons. I have a broad range of knowledge and problem solving skills, if I don’t know how to do the job I will surely be able to learn and you will not be disappointed with results!

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Moss Tree Service LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Spencer, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service, the crew was very professional, timely and friendly. I was amazed by the cleanup they did after all the tree trimming and cutting one tree completely down. They went above and beyond and I highly recommend!"
Spider lift
Tree removal
Finished job
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4/13/2022

+9

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tri-Lakes Tree Service and Bucket Truck
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+3 more

Serving Spencer, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"You cannot go wrong with this company. Work preformed was well above my expectations. They completely removed five 40 foot pine trees and left absolutely no mess behind. They had all of the necessary machinery to complete the job and the crew was as hard working and professional as I have come across. I highly recommend Tri-Lakes for any tree service you may need."
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+5

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Moss Tree Service, LLC
4.2(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Spencer, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1968

Free estimates

"Very professional company. My second time using them for tree removal. Service was excellent as was the first time. Very friendly employees and knowledgeable of the job. Clean up was wonderful. Couldnt even tell they had been in the yard. Above and beyond expectations! Would definitely recommend and use their services again."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
All Terrain Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Spencer, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

Though summer is not ideal, you can do some light pruning during this time of year. Just make sure it’s not excessive. Vigorous pruning will stress the tree and impact next year’s growth. Generally, August to September are the best summer-pruning months, particularly for fruit trees.

A few signs a tree may be dead is if the leaves are dead and there are no signs of new blooms. You can also perform a scratch test on some of the branches to check the condition of the cambium layer beneath the bark.

If it is green, it is still alive, but if several are dry, brittle, and brown, the tree may be dying or dead. Always consult an arborist before assuming your tree is dead because you may be able to save it.

You can remove a small tree from your yard if there’s space for the tree to fall, you have the right tools and safety equipment, and you follow a clear plan of action. You’ll just want to follow the steps above carefully, and ideally, you will have experience doing similar tasks. If you have any doubts that you can do this project safely, though, you should hire a pro.

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

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