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Sams Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
84
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Sams Tree Service to remove a huge Maple tree from my back yard. They were efficient and very professional, 10/10 recommend their service."
Bucket Truck Work
Removing branches to get put into the chipper!
Brett cutting a tree to be removed!
Finished cutting down a pine tree!
Starting up the chipper!

+9

Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Capital Pro Tree Removal
4.9(
23
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Brandon the owner was a pleasure to work with. I had him trim 3 large oak trees and remove 5 or 6 smaller trees. He also did the stump grinding. It was all done in a morning. They cleaned up everything, and you couldn't even tell they had been here by 1 PM."
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+2

Response time2 days
132 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by4%of homeowners
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Behind The Grind
5.0(
53
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Michael immediately responded to my inquiry to have a stump removed . He gave an extremely fair quote and he returned, as agreed upon, the following week to complete the job. After removing the stump, he and his crew cleaned up the area in a manner very satisfactorily to me. I can't say enough how very satisfied I was with his work. Best home improvement decision I have ever made."
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+8

Response time9 hrs
Response rate93%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Morgan Contracting
4.6(
5
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As I remember, the tree companies I worked with before fed wood into a chipper. This outfit hauled all the wood away with an excavator that dug up my lawn. They raked the dirt back in and seeded it, but I donâ t know if grass will grow there again. The owner was a good guy, but he said the guys who were working for him were new and didnâ t work the way he liked. It was an extra crew he had just hired."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HERNANDEZ LANDSCAPES, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Albany, NY

Always transport chainsaws with the engine off and chain brake engaged. Use the protective bar cover provided by the rental company to prevent accidental contact with the cutting chain. Position the chainsaw securely in your vehicle to prevent movement during transit, ideally in a truck bed or trunk rather than the passenger compartment. 

For gas models, ensure the fuel cap is tight and position the saw to minimize potential leakage. Keep the chainsaw away from passengers and other items that could be damaged.

Proper safety equipment is essential when operating any chainsaw. At minimum, you should have eye protection (safety glasses or a face shield), hearing protection (earplugs or earmuffs), cut-resistant gloves, chainsaw chaps or pants, and sturdy boots with good traction. 

Many rental facilities offer basic safety kits alongside chainsaw rentals. If you'll be using chainsaws regularly, investing in quality personal safety gear is advisable. Never operate a chainsaw without appropriate protective equipment, regardless of the job size.

While rental companies will rent chainsaws to beginners, inexperience significantly increases safety risks. If you've never used a chainsaw before, request a demonstration from the rental staff and thoroughly review the operator's manual before starting. Begin with smaller, more manageable cutting tasks to build comfort with the tool's operation. 

For significant cutting jobs, consider either taking a chainsaw safety course first or hiring professionals instead. The learning curve for safe chainsaw operation is steep, and caution is paramount.

If mechanical problems develop during your rental, immediately cease operation and contact the rental company. Most reputable rental businesses will either provide a replacement chainsaw or repair the equipment if the breakdown resulted from normal use rather than misuse. Document the issue with photographs when possible and maintain records of when you reported the problem. 

Having your rental agreement readily available when you call will expedite the resolution process. The rental company should adjust your rental period to account for any downtime.

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