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Highland Tree Service llc
4.5(
17
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Serving East Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Justin did a wonderful job trimming the large Oak and Birch tree in our front yard. We were extremely impressed with his knowledge, professionalism, and attention to detail. Not only do our trees look amazing the additional sunlight that the trimming of our trees provides will give our lawn the opportunity the grow and prosper. We highly recommend Highland Tree Service for your next landscaping project! Shawn and Amy Stewart"
Job sit
Job sit
Job sit
Job sit
Job sit

+73

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Ames Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
21
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Serving East Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian and Mark were excellent workers and very personable. If I pointed out aspects of the job that I would like them to pay more attention to, they had no trouble accommodating my requests. They completed the job quickly and efficiently. I asked if they could also cut down one extra small scrub I had on the side of the house and they had no issue with removing it for me. I would definitly recommend Ames Stump Removal for hillside cleanup of overgrowth, small tree removal and cutting tree stumps to be as flush as possible to ground level. Good job!"
Tree trimming
Tree trimming
Lot clearing start
Lot clearing middle
Lot clearing finished

+17

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AJM LAND PROS LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving East Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"This business is built on customer service and getting the job done right, very pleased with the work that was done which included a few stumps removed and brush clearing and grading for a driveway. I would recommend this business to anyone who wants the job done right in a timely manner. 10/10 experience."
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Guardian Angels Stump Grinding and Tree Service
5.0(
9
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Serving East Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"Very professional , very willing to work with their customers! We needed 7 stumps ground down and was quoted $50.00 for the small ones and $100.00 for the large ones. We opted to clean up ourselves"
Parish
Tree Service Project
After
Tree Service Project
Full tree removal

+29

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Upstate New York Tree Service
4.4(
14
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Serving East Syracuse, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1947

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Austin and Lonnie Drake and their crew were absolutely incredible. They were prompt, professional, quick and thorough. We needed about 6 trees removed before having our pool done, and Austin was able to fit us in even with the short notice and got the job done faster than we ever expected. They are an amazing group of people to work with and treated us like family. Definitely will refer them to anyone we know for tree removal. Thank you again for your service!"
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in East Syracuse, 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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