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Sno-King Stump Grinding
5.0(
45
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robert did a fantastic job with our stump removal project. Especially considering the stump was not in an easy access area, he removed the stump and roots quickly and efficiently. Left the area smoothed out and filled in with surrounding soil. Stayed within our budget (reasonable prices). Would highly recommend."
Stump Grinding Lynnwood
Stump removal Mukilteo
Stump grinding Mukilteo
Stump removal Mukilteo
Storm damage stump

+1

Response time12 hrs
Response rate85%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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American Tree Care
4.9(
58
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"4th time hiring American Tree Care and once again they showed up on-time, did all of the promised work - plus some - matched the estimate and was polite, courteous and very efficient. Removed a died-all-of-a-sudden tree plus another heavy-leaning tree near the telephone and power lines and then trimmed huge cedar limbs that were rubbing on the roof. In the end, there is a nice pile of shavings for the walkway, a neat stack of logs for my neighbor to have - and that's it... nothing more to clean up, nothing damaged and no surprises. Don't hire another tree service without talking to American Tree Care first - it's not too good to be true."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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WESTERLUND WOOD & TREE SVC
4.8(
32
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jon and his crew showed up on time, were very professional, worked quickly and ensured any questions or concerns I had were immediately addressed. I had four trees removed, two of which were right next to a storage shed, both trees were removed with precision and all the branches/debris were cleaned up. I also had two large areas cleared of brush, downed trees and stumps. Jon made quick work of the overgrown brush and exposed areas of my property I have never seen."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bushman Tree Service Inc
4.5(
300
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark came out quickly to give us an estimate; scheduled the removal and he and his crew came and took down the tree quickly, cleaned up the debris and were very courteous. Would definitely hired him again. The price was very reasonable."
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Eastside Tree Works
4.2(
54
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Five stars, no question. I've lived in this Redmond home 25 years and have hired many tree companies for my 30+ large trees. Eastside Tree Works is the best by far. The salesman who came for the estimate showed up with an iPad, photographed and tagged each tree, and had a detailed estimate ready before he left. He clearly knew his stuff and talked through what would work best for the trees and the house. When he learned I was a veteran, he knocked a nice discount off the price. The crew was just as impressive. A full team arrived with a bucket lift and limbed up several big Douglas firs, did conifer cleaning, and took down two medium trees. They worked seamlessly together, checked in with me repeatedly to confirm limbing heights, and even fixed my chainsaw when I mentioned it was having issues. The cleanup was the best I've seen in 25 years here. They left the property looking better than they found it. Highly recommend Eastside Tree Works."
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Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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NW Arbor Care LLC
4.8(
497
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark at NW Arbor Care followed up promptly and came out to see my project which involved trimming several very large branches from 80 feet maples. He gave me a bid on the spot which seemed very reasonable. He clearly trusted his team to work with me, and was he ever right! They were great! Four people who knew what they were doing and worked together like clockwork. They were pleasant, good communicators, knowledgable, and really good at what they did. I'm so happy with the work which exceeded my expectations. They were flexible and thorough. They cleaned up so it looked better than when they came. I will hire them for any tree trimming needs in the future."
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Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Northwestern Tree Surgeons, Inc.
4.4(
236
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Serving Seattle, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were right on time removed a 60 ft. blue spruce tree cleaned up everything very nice job. The men were very nice and courteous and well mannered. They cut the tree up into 18 inch rounds thanks for the great service."
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Seattle, WA

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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