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Stump Stars
5.0(
12
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Serving Waconia, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Stump Stars Blake did an outstanding job for us! He was polite, on time, did a very thorough job, and cleaned up the area perfectly! I could see that Blake has a solid work ethic, which is very refreshing. We had a pine tree that died recently, Stump Stars will get another job here!"
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lakeshore Tree Care
4.9(
35
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Serving Waconia, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeff clearly identified all the steps he was going to take to remove three large trees from the property. Then he, and two associates, proceeded to remove the trees, grind the stumps and haul away the debris, limbs, trunks, etc. Very satisfied with his pricing and work."
Dying Tree Removal
Overgrown Tree
Diseased Tree
Positioning Lift
Pine Tree Removal

+2

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Jim's Trees
4.5(
112
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Serving Waconia, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This was my first time having a tree stump removed, so I wasnâ t sure what to expect. I had three stumps to get rid of. There was a lot of clean up afterwards, but luckily I had some help from family and we were able to clean up pretty quickly. Jim was available the day after I contacted him and was prompt and professional. He was reasonably priced and completed the work efficiently. My tree stumps were waist high and although Jim would have preferred the stumps be cut down shorter before providing services, I wasnâ t able to get someone to cut it down at late notice and he took care of the job anyway. The project resulted in quite a lot of wood chips and it was hard to tell if there were any spots missed, so Jim informed me that he would come back once we finished cleaning up to grab any spots that were missed. Jim did just that, he was back over the very next day and finished up the missed spots. Jim did a great job and Iâ m very please with the work. I would hire him again and definitely recommend."
Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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All Seasons Tree Service Inc
4.4(
170
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Serving Waconia, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had 4 tree services come by for estimates. All Seasons was the most reasonable plus they were recommended by a friend.  They were very quick to respond and were able to do the job just a few days after the estimate. Everything looked great and they didn't leave a mess.
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Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Topher's Tree Trimming, LLC
5.0(
22
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Serving Waconia, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cordial, work ethics tremendous. Excellent and tree removal and stump Grinding to our expectations. Very satisfied and will not hesitate to give great recommendations to others and if needed will contact them again. Thanks guys..."
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Stump Removal
Tree Service Project

+30

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Waconia, MN

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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