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Lightning tree service and landscaping
3030 Lexington Road Lot 14
4.88(
21
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Approved Pro
Lightning tree service and landscaping
3030 Lexington Road Lot 14
4.88(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

Lightning tree service and landscaping proudly serves it’s customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"They pruned two big apple, a cherry, and a white mulberry tree. They did an excellent job for an exceedingly reasonable price."

Rebecca G on June 2023

Lightning tree service and landscaping proudly serves it’s customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"They pruned two big apple, a cherry, and a white mulberry tree. They did an excellent job for an exceedingly reasonable price."

Rebecca G on June 2023


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Big Blue Home Services
1267 Merman Dr
4.50(
4
)
Approved Pro
Big Blue Home Services
1267 Merman Dr
4.50(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

"He was prompt, courteous, knowledable. I would hire him again"

Julia M on August 2022

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job

"He was prompt, courteous, knowledable. I would hire him again"

Julia M on August 2022


Jack of all trades
178 Mountain View Drive
4.86(
35
)
Approved Pro
Jack of all trades
178 Mountain View Drive
4.86(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

With over 11 years of experience, I ensure my customers with quality work and a clean result. I will go above and beyond in order to build a good relationship with my clients and provide them with the best work possible. Please give me a call today!

"Work was accomplished quickly and job was thorough. Very easy to work with."

Dave C on February 2025

With over 11 years of experience, I ensure my customers with quality work and a clean result. I will go above and beyond in order to build a good relationship with my clients and provide them with the best work possible. Please give me a call today!

"Work was accomplished quickly and job was thorough. Very easy to work with."

Dave C on February 2025


McIntosh General Contracting
307 West Walnut Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
McIntosh General Contracting
307 West Walnut Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
8 years of experience

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your specifications. When working with our company you can expect integrity, prompt service and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean . We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience.

"He did really well and very detail oriented."

John . on August 2020

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your specifications. When working with our company you can expect integrity, prompt service and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean . We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience.

"He did really well and very detail oriented."

John . on August 2020


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Elevate Home & Tree Services, LLC
741 Hendrick's Lane
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Elevate Home & Tree Services, LLC
741 Hendrick's Lane
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 local quotes requested

At Elevate Home & Tree Services, LLC we are a veteran owned company with many years of experience cutting and removing trees. Services are done right the first time. Punctual, responsive, and attentive service profession. Let's get your trees and stumps cleared. Call today!

"Caleb did an excellent job, he is very professional and methodical about his work. His expertise and professionalism were outstanding."

Linda H on December 2024

At Elevate Home & Tree Services, LLC we are a veteran owned company with many years of experience cutting and removing trees. Services are done right the first time. Punctual, responsive, and attentive service profession. Let's get your trees and stumps cleared. Call today!

"Caleb did an excellent job, he is very professional and methodical about his work. His expertise and professionalism were outstanding."

Linda H on December 2024


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King's Lawn Care
311 Adams Lane
4.75(
2
)
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King's Lawn Care
311 Adams Lane
4.75(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
38 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

King's Lawn Care is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Did amazing job"

Vince B on March 2025

King's Lawn Care is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Did amazing job"

Vince B on March 2025


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Stump Guy
620 Forbes Drive
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Stump Guy
620 Forbes Drive
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We could not have hired better people to take care of the stump standing in the way of our new backyard fence. Not only were they professional, but also incredibly kind and helpful. They did a great job for a great price and we recommend them to anybody needing a stump removed!"

Meghann M on April 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s 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 in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"We could not have hired better people to take care of the stump standing in the way of our new backyard fence. Not only were they professional, but also incredibly kind and helpful. They did a great job for a great price and we recommend them to anybody needing a stump removed!"

Meghann M on April 2024


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J&R Tree Services And Landscaping LLC
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
J&R Tree Services And Landscaping LLC
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1007 local quotes requested

J&R Tree Services And Landscaping is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Arrived promptly, very polite and congenial. The tree removal and trimming was done in a timely manner. Very pleased. Good work."

Rita V on November 2024

J&R Tree Services And Landscaping is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Arrived promptly, very polite and congenial. The tree removal and trimming was done in a timely manner. Very pleased. Good work."

Rita V on November 2024


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Florer Family Tree Service
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Florer Family Tree Service
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
326 local quotes requested

Here to help you with all your tree service needs. We "treet" you like family.

"Went very well"

mike c on January 2025

Here to help you with all your tree service needs. We "treet" you like family.

"Went very well"

mike c on January 2025


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Central Ky Tree & Landscape Service, LLC
3417 Old Frankfort Pike
4.40(
5
)
Approved Pro
Central Ky Tree & Landscape Service, LLC
3417 Old Frankfort Pike
4.40(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
238 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Our goal is to make the customer 100% satisfied. Our employees are professional and courteous and honest. I only hire people that I enjoy having at my home around my family. If they don't fit that discription they don't work for me. We take pride in trying to make your trees look the best on your street.

Our goal is to make the customer 100% satisfied. Our employees are professional and courteous and honest. I only hire people that I enjoy having at my home around my family. If they don't fit that discription they don't work for me. We take pride in trying to make your trees look the best on your street.

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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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