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Out on a Limb
4.7(
79
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and his team from Out on a Limb tree service did a fantastic job at my home in Aksarben. I recently purchased the home and found Mike's business, Out on a Limb. His team was professional, tidy and quick. Thank you to Out on a Limb for the great work! I would recommend and hire again any day!"
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Hard At Work

+6

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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M. S. Wiekhorst Arbor Company
5.0(
10
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Extremely professional and well equipped. Removed multiple downed trees quickly and safely. Thorough understanding of the insurance claim process was extremely helpful. Highest recommendation!"
Large Cottonwood Removal
Large Cottonwood Removal
Large Cottonwood Removal
Large Cottonwood Removal
Large Cottonwood Removal

+12

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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BW Land Management
5.0(
5
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"BW land management did a fantastic job on clearing trees on couple peices of land I own. I will be letting my family and friends know about BW land management for their tree service needs. I will be contacting BW land management in the future for more tree services. If there was 10 stars I would highly rate this company did very awesome job. Thank you BW Land management for tree services"
Fence line clean up
Final result all trees mulched down and turned into fine mulch for decaying preventing soil erosion and putting nutrients back into ground
4 inches or less in fence line
Fence line clean up
Fence line clean up

+13

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sunworks
5.0(
1
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Sunworks was founded with one goal in mind: superior service at affordable prices. We provide a full range of exceptional tree services including pruning, removal and stump grinding. For over 19 years Sunworks has been proudly serving the residents of Omaha, NE and surrounding areas. From a two person operation to a full-time professional staff, we have grown over the years and are able to meet your every tree need. Our team is dedicated to building long-term relationships with our clients. Steps are taken to provide the highest standard of quality on each and every project we take on. Customer satisfaction is essential so look to Sunworks as a respected name in the industry.

Henry Doorly Zoo
Henry Doorly Zoo
Henry Doorly Zoo
Henry Doorly Zoo
Henry Doorly Zoo

+29

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Penton Enterprises Lawn & Landscape
4.4(
99
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Derek showed up at the appointed time and date to discuss our landscaping needs.  We informed him of our budget and told him he had free reign to suggest  some interesting ideas...we were mainly interested in having something that would make our yard stand apart from other houses in the neighborhood.  As promised, within 2 weeks of his initial consultation, we received via email a .PDF of the design plan, including the names of the proposed flowers and shrubs.  We were provided with a web address of where we could see pictures of the plants, as many were unfamiliar to us.  In our excitement over the plan, we decided to add some additional items...landscape lighting to the front and some landscaping around a maple tree and bird bath in our backyard.  We asked that the old retaining wall stones be re-purposed for the backyard to save on costs.  Derek readily replied yes to our changes and submitted a revised bid.  We approved the final plans and set a date to begin work. There was a few days rain delay, but of course that was not their fault. The crew that dismantled the old retaining wall were careful with the stones and constructed a nice border around our tree and birdbath.  They completed this project with some hostas around the tree and some some day lilies between the tree and birdbath.  It was finished with some cocoa brown mulch.  The leftover stones  were neatly stacked against our fence by the back gate.  The front yard plants, accent boulders, new retaining wall and lighting ended up to be beautiful!  The crew that arrived each day were courteous, professional and cleaned up the driveway and steps at the end of each day.  The person in charge of the plantings shared tips on how to care for the plants.  There were 3 smaller plants that did not hold up well in transfer from the nursery, due to the heat.  They watered and fertilized everything and told us to watch them.  If they did not perk up, they would be replaced.  We are so pleased with the results and spend all of our free time on the front porch enjoying the new yard!  We highly recommend Penton and would certainly contract with them again!
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Lawn and Landscape
Limestone & Flagstone
Retaining Wall
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Inkd Out Construction
4.1(
10
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Serving Ames, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went great! Brandon and crew were in and out in one day, they took down like 6 bushes/trees, trimmed the bush in the back yard, trimmed my front tree and rose bush!! It was a lot of work and a lot to haul away and they did it all on an extremely hot day. The turn around time was amazing, met on a Wednesday, work was complete on Thursday. I highly recommend this company, they did a great job!!!"
Handymen Project
Electrical Project
Landscaping Project
Handymen Project
Handymen Project

+29

Recommended by88%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Ames, NE

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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