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Top-Rated Arborists in Gardendale - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Climbing Tree Service, LLC
Climbing Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
157
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Tree Removal

Serving Gardendale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Iâ ve hired this company before and they are amazing! Very professional and do a great job. I love that they go above and beyond by cleaning up afterward. Iâ ve referred this company to family members and definitely recommend to anyone needed tree trimming or removal."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
102 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Howard Tree Service and Landscaping
Howard Tree Service and Landscaping
4.9(
52
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Gardendale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did a wonderful job from start to finish I had them come out and do some work for me on my Woods line they trimmed branches hanging over my fence and topped a few trees I would definitely hire them again and recommend them to anyone"
Tree Service
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Nelson Tree Co
Nelson Tree Co
4.9(
46
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Gardendale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a tree that was leaning over my roof and 3 others that were dead. Mr Nelson came out and gave me a very reasonable quote and showed up on time. He went above and beyond taking care of my issues with the trees and the removal. I would strongly recommend Nelson Tree Co. to anyone who needs this service."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Liquid Foundation Repairs, LLC
Liquid Foundation Repairs, LLC
4.9(
13
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Gardendale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"These are honest, upright, efficient and hard working folks. Very considerate and courteous. Explained their job in detail and followed through to the letter. We had a delay in the payment due to bank error, but they were extremely understanding and cooperative. Trust then to do a great job."
Liquid Foundation Repairs
Gutter's and Drainage
Finished Drainage Instalation
Finished Gutter Drainage Instalation/ Repair
Interior Repair System

+8

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Ground Force South LLC
Ground Force South LLC
5.0(
3
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+3 more

Serving Gardendale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had an outstanding experience working with Darryl Papajeski and Ground Force South LLC. We hired Darryl to remove a dead tree from a sloped location near our house. The sloped terrain with underground sprinkler lines, main water line, and leech fields made equipment navigation tricky and dangerous, but the entire job was handled with absolute precision and safety. His pricing was fair, his communication was excellent, and the cleanup was spotless. It was easy to get in contact with him and the Ground Force South office. Between first contact, estimate visit, and job done for a non-emergency took 4 business days. It could have been two but rain had soaked the terrain and safety came first. This contractor is a certified arborist, he is honest and highly skilled. If you have a challenging property layout or just want a tree job done safely and correctly, call Ground Force South 205-440-1660. We highly recommend and will work with Darryl and Ground Force South again."
Tree Works
Tree Works
Tree Works
Tree Works
Tree Works

+7

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Big Dogs Tree Service LLC
Big Dogs Tree Service LLC
5.0(
3
)
Tree Removal

Serving Gardendale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I needed two trees removed. One was leaning on my back deck and was about one rainstorm away from falling on it. The other one was a tall one that was near my house and the power line. I called Big Dogs Tree Service and Sam picked up. I sent him pictures of both trees. He showed up the same day and removed both trees."
HUGE oak removal
HUGE oak removal
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Skyline Trees Services LLL
Skyline Trees Services LLL
5.0(
1
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Gardendale, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Skyline was prompt on their timeline, looked over my project to be done and gave me an acceptable estimate. They were knowledgeable, professional and willing to answer questions. When they came to do the job they didn’t mess around, got right to it, got it done and thoroughly cleaned everything up. Communication was on point. We talked about some other projects that they may be helpful in the future. I’d definitely hire them again as needed."
Tree Services
Tree Services
Tree Services
Tree Services
Trees Removal

+2

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

You can use a felling ax to chop down a tree by following the same prep and steps as a chainsaw, but be prepared to use some muscle. For trees bigger than 7 inches in diameter, it can take some time and serious strength to cut down a tree using just an ax. 

How often and long you should water a tree depends on the species and if it is mature or newly planted. The amount of water is also based on the tree's size. A good rule of thumb is approximately 5 gallons per inch of the trunk's diameter.

Adjusting watering to the recommended suggestions for the tree type and weather conditions is vital. For instance, watering trees during a drought is necessary, and you may need to water more frequently than usual.

Not all evergreen conifers need to be pruned, but some do. Pruning pine trees is not necessary, but you can do so during June and July if you wish. On the other hand, spruce, firs, and junipers do need to be pruned from late winter to early spring.

Trees don’t usually grow back after being cut down. Some particularly robust tree species may start sending up new stems from a stump to recover, but those stems won’t become a “tree” like before. Generally, trees don’t recover from being entirely cut down, which is why it’s important to be careful when making a decision. When you cut down a tree, it’s a good idea to make plans to remove the stump, even if it’s unlikely to grow back.

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