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EZ Home Cleaning & Landscaping
5.0(
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

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.

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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Grass Roots Landscaping
New to Angi

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At _____Grass Roots Landscaping LLC_______, our company is based on the belief that our customers' needs are of the utmost importance. Our team is committed to meeting those needs. We welcome the opportunity to earn your trust and deliver you the best service. No job is too big or too small for our experienced team. Call today for a quote!

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JL Tree Removal Service, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

"JL Tree Removal & Landscaping's team handles all sorts of tree removals professionally and efficiently. They took a tree that may have been 150 feet tall that had curved over a neighbor's home in such a way to make the neighbor insecure and cut it down carefully and quickly without leaving any damage to the home or the yard. Other neighbors saw them working so well that they immediately hired them for work afterwards. Their pricing was fair too."
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Tri-State Tree Service
4.8(
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough good about this company. From the estimate to the completed job, this is one extremely professional company. I watched them cut down a very tall silver maple tree that was hanging over my house and my neighbor's house in between two sets of power lines. They never touched either roof or either power line, and it was quite interesting to see them methodically remove this tree. They used a crane for that one. Another tree that I had them remove, they climbed it to remove it step by step and carefully. They trimmed other tree limbs in my yard that were getting close to the house, and now my house is clear of tree limbs, which is what I set out to do given the violent thunderstorms that this area has been having lately. I don't have to worry about a tree falling on my house now. It looks so pretty and clear now. Clean up was excellent, the crew was excellent, and on top of all that, their price was the best of all the estimates I received. They also worked my job into their schedule so that I could be home during the job since I was off work that week. I give this company an A+ on every aspect of the job. Would hire again without a second thought."
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We own our own stump grinder so it's always available when you need us to remove and grind that bothersome stump in your yard.
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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Washington, DC

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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