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Lightning tree service and landscaping
3030 Lexington Road Lot 14
4.88(
21
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Approved Pro
Lightning tree service and landscaping
3030 Lexington Road Lot 14
4.88(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Lightning tree service and landscaping proudly serves it’s customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"They pruned two big apple, a cherry, and a white mulberry tree. They did an excellent job for an exceedingly reasonable price."

Rebecca G on June 2023

Lightning tree service and landscaping proudly serves it’s customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"They pruned two big apple, a cherry, and a white mulberry tree. They did an excellent job for an exceedingly reasonable price."

Rebecca G on June 2023


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Jamie's Stump Grinding
661 Ashley Camp Road
4.97(
90
)
Approved Pro
Jamie's Stump Grinding
661 Ashley Camp Road
4.97(
90
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate! Call 859-749-5733!!!

"Quick service and did a great job."

Mark W on November 2024

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate! Call 859-749-5733!!!

"Quick service and did a great job."

Mark W on November 2024


Brother's Tree Services
1624 Juniper Drive
4.82(
49
)
Approved Pro
Brother's Tree Services
1624 Juniper Drive
4.82(
49
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Love how they did their job very professional and hard workers "

Kari S on January 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Love how they did their job very professional and hard workers "

Kari S on January 2025


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Elevate Home & Tree Services, LLC
741 Hendrick's Lane
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Elevate Home & Tree Services, LLC
741 Hendrick's Lane
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

At Elevate Home & Tree Services, LLC we are a veteran owned company with many years of experience cutting and removing trees. Services are done right the first time. Punctual, responsive, and attentive service profession. Let's get your trees and stumps cleared. Call today!

"Caleb did an excellent job, he is very professional and methodical about his work. His expertise and professionalism were outstanding."

Linda H on December 2024

At Elevate Home & Tree Services, LLC we are a veteran owned company with many years of experience cutting and removing trees. Services are done right the first time. Punctual, responsive, and attentive service profession. Let's get your trees and stumps cleared. Call today!

"Caleb did an excellent job, he is very professional and methodical about his work. His expertise and professionalism were outstanding."

Linda H on December 2024


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Stump Guy
620 Forbes Drive
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Stump Guy
620 Forbes Drive
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

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 start to 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.

"We could not have hired better people to take care of the stump standing in the way of our new backyard fence. Not only were they professional, but also incredibly kind and helpful. They did a great job for a great price and we recommend them to anybody needing a stump removed!"

Meghann M on April 2024

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 start to 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.

"We could not have hired better people to take care of the stump standing in the way of our new backyard fence. Not only were they professional, but also incredibly kind and helpful. They did a great job for a great price and we recommend them to anybody needing a stump removed!"

Meghann M on April 2024


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Central Ky Tree & Landscape Service, LLC
138 South Forbes Road
4.65(
127
)
Approved Pro
Central Ky Tree & Landscape Service, LLC
138 South Forbes Road
4.65(
127
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

At Central Ky Tree & Landscape Service, LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission, to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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.

"Worked with Tony and his crew. I was very impressed with the completed project, which included area clean-up. I highly recommend this company for tree services."

Phillip F on March 2025

At Central Ky Tree & Landscape Service, LLC, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service, that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission, to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to 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.

"Worked with Tony and his crew. I was very impressed with the completed project, which included area clean-up. I highly recommend this company for tree services."

Phillip F on March 2025


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Rey’s Landscaping
4100 Burks Branch Road
4.82(
31
)
Approved Pro
Rey’s Landscaping
4100 Burks Branch Road
4.82(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are a locally owned and operated company with 17 years of industry experience. We value honesty, integrity, and stand behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They came and made a job that would have taken my husband and myself a couple of days into a job that they finished in 45 minutes very grateful!"

Nancy W on April 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company with 17 years of industry experience. We value honesty, integrity, and stand behind our work. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"They came and made a job that would have taken my husband and myself a couple of days into a job that they finished in 45 minutes very grateful!"

Nancy W on April 2025


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Josh Tree & Landscaping Services
77 Appletree Way
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Josh Tree & Landscaping Services
77 Appletree Way
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Josh and his team did an excellent job with our property! We had a very large tree fall on our garage during a storm. We contacted Josh and he came out same day to give us a quote. His team then responded promptly to get the scheduled job done and worked long hours to get it done quickly! He told us he would remove everything that had fallen from that tree and he was not kidding! They even picked up all the little branches & twigs out of the garage rubble! Truly amazing, highly recommend! "

Ember C on April 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Josh and his team did an excellent job with our property! We had a very large tree fall on our garage during a storm. We contacted Josh and he came out same day to give us a quote. His team then responded promptly to get the scheduled job done and worked long hours to get it done quickly! He told us he would remove everything that had fallen from that tree and he was not kidding! They even picked up all the little branches & twigs out of the garage rubble! Truly amazing, highly recommend! "

Ember C on April 2025


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Florer Family Tree Service
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Florer Family Tree Service
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
354 local quotes requested

Here to help you with all your tree service needs. We "treet" you like family.

"Went very well"

mike c on January 2025

Here to help you with all your tree service needs. We "treet" you like family.

"Went very well"

mike c on January 2025


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Perez Tree Service LLC
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Perez Tree Service LLC
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
625 local quotes requested

We are locally owned and operated. With 15+ years of experience in tree service. Here at Perez Tree Service, LLC it is our goal to provide our clients with quality service and customer satisfaction.

"Very quick, price was great and great communication! We will use them again for sure! They did a great job!!!"

Michelle T on October 2023

We are locally owned and operated. With 15+ years of experience in tree service. Here at Perez Tree Service, LLC it is our goal to provide our clients with quality service and customer satisfaction.

"Very quick, price was great and great communication! We will use them again for sure! They did a great job!!!"

Michelle T on October 2023

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Tree stump removals FAQs

Yes, grinding a stump is worthwhile if you plan to use the area for planting, recreation, or building. Removing the stump clears space for new landscaping or construction projects. Additionally, as the stump decomposes, it can rob the soil of nitrogen, affecting the growth of other plants. Stumps are also a tripping hazard, making removal a wise choice.

The time it takes to grind a stump depends on its size, density, and the grinder's performance. A small, soft stump can be ground in 15 minutes, while a large, dense stump may require up to eight hours for complete removal. Factors like the stump's structure and your grinding technique affect how quickly you can remove it.

Grinding a stump is often the best solution for clearing an area for construction or planting. It removes the visible portion of the stump, but the roots remain underground. If you need to remove the roots for long-term stability or design plans, you'll need to hire a professional for full stump and root removal. This ensures your site is completely cleared for future projects.

Leaving a tree stump in your yard can cause several problems. It can become a breeding ground for pests and diseases that might harm nearby trees and structures. Plus, the decaying stump can interfere with your landscaping plans, making mowing difficult and promoting unwanted new growth that can disrupt soil stability. Removing the stump eliminates these risks and improves your yard's safety and appearance.

To effectively kill a stump, you need to interrupt its nutrient supply and speed up decay. Drill holes into the stump and fill them with a concentrated herbicide like glyphosate, rock salt, or Epsom salt. This method ensures the substance penetrates deeply. Alternatively, cover the stump with a dark, heavy-duty tarp to deprive it of sunlight, which accelerates the process. Remember to follow safety guidelines when using these methods.

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