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When is it Time to Cut Down a Tree Versus Trying to Save It?

When is it Time to Cut Down a Tree Versus Trying to Save It?

Trees are incredible living things, and it may be a difficult decision to make to cut one down. While River City Tree Service always takes preventative measures to save a tree first, sometimes there are extenuating circumstances where the tree just really needs to be removed. There are quite a few reasons why you may need to remove a tree from your property. Here we’ll look at a few of the most common.

Consider the Tree Species

Some tree species may no longer be desirable or good for your property. Some characteristics include weak wood, large amounts of dropping debris, shallow roots, and species that are prone to insects and disease. Some species are invasive and can be re-seed all over the landscaping. In all these cases, cutting a tree down maybe your best option.

Review the Overall Health of the Tree

River City Tree Service are tree health experts and will always take measures to save a tree before recommending removing it. However, there are some cases where this is just not possible. If more than 50% of the tree is in poor health, the best option is to remove the tree.

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Jean Imhof
Jean Imhof
2023-07-14
The workers were prompt and did a great job cutting two trees down and stump grinding. We were very satisfied with their work. Also impressed with their cleanup. We thought their quote was a fair price and we were glad there was not a long wait time for a date to schedule the work. We will definitely use them again.
Alison Fick
Alison Fick
2023-07-12
Did a good job of limb removal after a storm. Good communication.
Jenny Norman
Jenny Norman
2023-06-26
The team did exactly what we wanted and were easy to work with. They did it fast and cleaned everything up when finished. Would definitely recommend!
Jan Preisack
Jan Preisack
2023-06-21
Great service! Steve was very professional, friendly, and on time. The team worked safely and was respectful of all surrounding properties. This team took down a 60' sweet gum tree in two days with utility wires and a garage close by and kept everything and everyone safe. Excellent work! Thank you!
ken nickles
ken nickles
2023-05-18
Showed up on time. This was a very large tulip tree between our house and the neighbors. Was safe and very well organized. Other than the stump, couldn't see that they were ever here five stars. Thank Guy's
Franz Tooles
Franz Tooles
2023-05-17
I have spent over a year and trying to get a tree company to cut down a tree in my front yard and the tree in my backyard 3 companies. Would? Come out? Somewhat. Look? At the tree in the front yard and say it is more than they are capable of doing. Some would look at the tree and give me A crazy high price for cutting. River city came out look at my tree and gave me an excellent price for cutting it down. Katrina my Front. yard was an easy 60 to 70 feet high. Some of the limbs were as big his trees. If you need something downward a tree these are the people to call. They did a great job.
Michael Landeck
Michael Landeck
2023-05-01
I used River City last fall to trim two tall trees that needed dead limbs removed. River City was very competitive on their pricing and very professional in all their interactions with us. They did the work we discussed and made sure before they loaded up that we were happy with their work and the condition of the yard, they left the property in better shape then it was when they arrived. Highly recommend this business.
Mary Freebersyser
Mary Freebersyser
2023-03-27
River City removed a 60 year old tree from our backyard. The tree was close to power lines which was a concern and added expense from some of the other companies that gave us a bid. However, they were able to remove the tree in a safe manner and did a great job cleaning up the area after the stump was removed. They were also the best bid we received. I would highly recommend this company and plan on using them again in the future.
Kelly Ensor
Kelly Ensor
2023-03-04
Steve and his crew have great communication, they showed up when they said they would, and they are great at cleaning up after. Would highly recommend.

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