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Tree stump removers in Kittery

Northeast Forest Services
144 County Farm Cross Road
5.00(
16
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Approved Pro
Northeast Forest Services
144 County Farm Cross Road
5.00(
16
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

An insured tree service company that serves seacoast NH and Maine based in Dover, NH. Services include: Tree removal, Tree trimming, Stumpgrinding

"When I was looking for a few trees to be taken down Matt was the 1st tree service to contact me ,we spoke briefly on the phone and he came over the same day assessed the work to be done gave me a great price, and scheduled for the next week to remove the trees. He showed up on the day early and made short work of the 100' trees !! Excellent job very professional I definitely will hire him again !! Paul Ellis "

Paul E on April 2025

An insured tree service company that serves seacoast NH and Maine based in Dover, NH. Services include: Tree removal, Tree trimming, Stumpgrinding

"When I was looking for a few trees to be taken down Matt was the 1st tree service to contact me ,we spoke briefly on the phone and he came over the same day assessed the work to be done gave me a great price, and scheduled for the next week to remove the trees. He showed up on the day early and made short work of the 100' trees !! Excellent job very professional I definitely will hire him again !! Paul Ellis "

Paul E on April 2025


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ER Tree Service
56 Princeton St
4.75(
238
)
Approved Pro
ER Tree Service
56 Princeton St
4.75(
238
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

With over 10 years of experience in the tree service industry, ER Tree Serviceis your industry leader from Albany, Troy and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust we will treat your project as we would treat our own. Our satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"New company did not have equipment needed for job"

Lisa M on November 2023

With over 10 years of experience in the tree service industry, ER Tree Serviceis your industry leader from Albany, Troy and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. As a family owned and operated business, you can trust we will treat your project as we would treat our own. Our satisfaction guarantee will assure you that we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!

"New company did not have equipment needed for job"

Lisa M on November 2023


Stump grinding, stump removal and clean up.

"On time, pleasant and did a great job. Yesterday was an extremely windy day and he took out 10 stumps."

Don L on November 2024


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The Site Guy
10 Edgerly Garrison Rd
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
The Site Guy
10 Edgerly Garrison Rd
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At THE SITE GUY 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! Weekends by appointment only.

"Mike removed old warped wood hand railing and built new railing on 125’ pier."

Les H on January 2025

At THE SITE GUY 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! Weekends by appointment only.

"Mike removed old warped wood hand railing and built new railing on 125’ pier."

Les H on January 2025


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Kimball and Sons Tree Service
725 Water Street
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Kimball and Sons Tree Service
725 Water Street
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
157 local quotes requested

Tree removal service offering tree pruning, tree removal, crane services, bucket truck services, climbing, tree growth and specializing in ash borer and rust disease management. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Kimball and Sons were abundantly professional. Mike was responsive in his communications and flexible when I requested additional trees be taken down. The team that removed the trees were pros! They were able to take down dozens of large trees surrounding our house. I was impressed with the care they took of our property while they were here. I would certainly recommend Kimball and Sons to anyone looking to have trees removed."

Eric R on February 2025

Tree removal service offering tree pruning, tree removal, crane services, bucket truck services, climbing, tree growth and specializing in ash borer and rust disease management. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Kimball and Sons were abundantly professional. Mike was responsive in his communications and flexible when I requested additional trees be taken down. The team that removed the trees were pros! They were able to take down dozens of large trees surrounding our house. I was impressed with the care they took of our property while they were here. I would certainly recommend Kimball and Sons to anyone looking to have trees removed."

Eric R on February 2025


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DMC Tree Service Removal
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
DMC Tree Service Removal
5.00(
12
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
37 local quotes requested

Tree service business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today WE ALSO DO LEAF CLEAN UP AND REMOVAL

"Very professional and responsive. removed two large trees near our house and a busy road. reasonable cost and quick availabilty. Diego certainly knows what he is doing dropping trees. these were not easy trees. certainly would recommend him and have him back for future needs"

Peter D on November 2024

Tree service business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today WE ALSO DO LEAF CLEAN UP AND REMOVAL

"Very professional and responsive. removed two large trees near our house and a busy road. reasonable cost and quick availabilty. Diego certainly knows what he is doing dropping trees. these were not easy trees. certainly would recommend him and have him back for future needs"

Peter D on November 2024


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MAKE A DIFFERENCE LANDSCAPING
459 Calef Highway
4.48(
23
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Approved Pro
MAKE A DIFFERENCE LANDSCAPING
459 Calef Highway
4.48(
23
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
242 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Make a Difference Landscaping services knows that you want to enjoy your lawn... not tend to it. We offer Landscaping, Irrigation, Materials, Lighting, Property Maintenance. That's why we make it easy for you with dependable, reliable and dedicated service. The biggest investment you'll most likely make in your lifetime is your home. Most Real Estate professionals will tell you that it's the "curb-appeal" that helps to make or break the value of your home. And "curb-appeal" means landscaping. Not only do we help individual homeowners improve their curb appeal but we also service commercial properties and homeowners associations. Please give us a call at 603-866-6993 or by email for any questions or quotes! info@makeadifferencelandscaping.com office@makeadifferencelandscaping.com

"Ian and his crew worked diligently to install a new retaining wall and walkway for my front yard. They worked through the torrential downpouring and cold weather to get it all completed before I got back from a business trip (I knew it was raining due to my view from my ring doorbell). Needless to say, everything turned out better than I could have asked for. I definitely would use The Difference Landscapes again, and I Strongly recommend them to anyone who needs some hardscaping done."

Jacob D on May 2023

Make a Difference Landscaping services knows that you want to enjoy your lawn... not tend to it. We offer Landscaping, Irrigation, Materials, Lighting, Property Maintenance. That's why we make it easy for you with dependable, reliable and dedicated service. The biggest investment you'll most likely make in your lifetime is your home. Most Real Estate professionals will tell you that it's the "curb-appeal" that helps to make or break the value of your home. And "curb-appeal" means landscaping. Not only do we help individual homeowners improve their curb appeal but we also service commercial properties and homeowners associations. Please give us a call at 603-866-6993 or by email for any questions or quotes! info@makeadifferencelandscaping.com office@makeadifferencelandscaping.com

"Ian and his crew worked diligently to install a new retaining wall and walkway for my front yard. They worked through the torrential downpouring and cold weather to get it all completed before I got back from a business trip (I knew it was raining due to my view from my ring doorbell). Needless to say, everything turned out better than I could have asked for. I definitely would use The Difference Landscapes again, and I Strongly recommend them to anyone who needs some hardscaping done."

Jacob D on May 2023


Greenlee housecleaning
No reviews
Greenlee housecleaning
No reviews
Emergency services offered

I clean very well I clean bathrooms and kitchen and any room and any mess I can do it.

I clean very well I clean bathrooms and kitchen and any room and any mess I can do it.


Seacoast Tree Care LLC
PO Box 1192
5.00(
6
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Seacoast Tree Care LLC
PO Box 1192
5.00(
6
)
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Seacoast Tree Care is a full service tree care company that is committed to the highest quality work, and customer service. We are fully insured and employ college educated certified arborists. Our company complies to all current safety standards and all the standards for proper tree care. We are a member of BBB and the Tree Care Industry Association. We have ISA and NH arborists on staff. Seacoast Tree Care works year round and has a 24 hour emergency service. You can visit us at www.seacoasttreecare.com, or call us at 603 431 0101.

"Everything from Dan's visit to estimate the cost of the work to the completion of the work went very well. Everyone was professional, knowledgeable, skilled, thorough, and quick. They left our property the way they found it which is something I've never encountered with any contractor in Portsmouth in the 19 years we've lived here. I wish they did interior renovations to save us from the upcoming heartache we're facing."

Cheryl D on January 2018

Seacoast Tree Care is a full service tree care company that is committed to the highest quality work, and customer service. We are fully insured and employ college educated certified arborists. Our company complies to all current safety standards and all the standards for proper tree care. We are a member of BBB and the Tree Care Industry Association. We have ISA and NH arborists on staff. Seacoast Tree Care works year round and has a 24 hour emergency service. You can visit us at www.seacoasttreecare.com, or call us at 603 431 0101.

"Everything from Dan's visit to estimate the cost of the work to the completion of the work went very well. Everyone was professional, knowledgeable, skilled, thorough, and quick. They left our property the way they found it which is something I've never encountered with any contractor in Portsmouth in the 19 years we've lived here. I wish they did interior renovations to save us from the upcoming heartache we're facing."

Cheryl D on January 2018


Todds Tree Service
146 Little Mill Rd
4.60(
5
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Todds Tree Service
146 Little Mill Rd
4.60(
5
)
Customers say: Quality work
19 years of experience

We are offering tree service for the area of Manchester, NH since 2006.

"Todd and his crew were amazing! They came in during a stressful situation and made sure everything was taken care of. I can't recommend them highly enough."

Sharon M on August 2020

We are offering tree service for the area of Manchester, NH since 2006.

"Todd and his crew were amazing! They came in during a stressful situation and made sure everything was taken care of. I can't recommend them highly enough."

Sharon M on August 2020

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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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