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JL Absolute Tree Service
5.0(
19
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JL Absolute Tree Service was a pleasure to work with. They were on-time; professional; reasonably priced; and exceeded my expectations. I had a huge tree removed; stump grinded; and another tree trimmed. Thanks guys!"
After - Tree Trimming and Bush Removal
Before - Tree Trimming and Bush Removal
After - Tree Trimming and Bush Removal
Before - Tree Trimming and Bush Removal
Before - Tree Trimming and Bush Removal

+42

Response time2 days
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Pro Stump Grinder
5.0(
25
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Hector and Azucena were fantastic from the start! Our call was answered promptly and they were able to give an estimate very quickly. We made sure to mention before the quote that there was a complication with our largest stump that required special attention. This stump was nearly as tall as Azucena and four to five feet wide. It concealed an unknown metal object that had confounded previous tree-removers. It was very close to a brand new cedar fence. Our quote was very reasonable and incredibly luckily for us they were able to remove our 4 stumps the very next day! The morning they arrived they got right to work. The first three stumps were ground to a pulp easily, carefully, and skillfully. Their places were cleared of debris and filled in level with surrounding area. The final abominable stump was found to be concealing a section of steel fence that was embedded at a very early stage of the old treeâ s life. They had to work around that section of the tree carefully as to not damage their tools, but by the time Hector and Azucena were finished, youâ d never know the stump was ever there. Absolutely fantastic stump removal experience, highly recommended!!!"
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding

+13

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
K C Tree Specialists
4.7(
21
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They removed a huge oak that was looming near our house, making a surgical cut that preserved the viable part of the tree and protected neighboring trees that would have been destroyed if the oak had fallen. They also removed a smaller tree that was dying. They repaired dents in the yard and raked up all the debris. The team was efficient, courteous, and well-equipped--one of the hardest working crews we have employed."
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+1

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
FRAZER'S TREE SVC
4.3(
11
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Called Mr. Frazer on a Saturday and left a message of what I needed done.  Talked to my wife and we decided we needed something different done when I left orginal message.  Called him back to leave another voice mail but he answered the phone and said he could come down now and give estimate in which he did, I agreed to price and he said he would be here Tuesday.
Crew showed up, took out the one tree and then went on trimming other tree. 
Did an EXCELLENT job, in fact trimmed the tree a lot better then I expected.  
Cleaned it all up. 
Will use the service again, and highly recommend to anyone that needs tree work done.

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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Torsellis Tree & Lawn Care LLC
4.2(
12
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"They showed up early and did a satisfactory job of tree removal. They cleaned up everything quite well. They had a very fair price. Would hire again and recommend to others."
Large tree emergency
Large tree stump
Small tree removal
Medium tree removal
Tree split during storm

+11

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Frazier Tree Service
4.4(
61
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Serving Kansas City, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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.

Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Kansas City, MO

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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