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Last update on July 27, 2026

Top-Rated Arborists in Opelika - Updated Nov 2026

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Woodland Tree Service
5.0(
31
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent service from beginning to the end. I highly recommend Woodland Tree Service. Competent and professional."
Tree Removal
Storm Damage
Tree Removal
Storm Damage
Tree Removal

+54

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Estate Masters, LLC
4.9(
14
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Estate Masters did a wonderful job cleaning up and removing over 25 large pine trees from our property. Our expectations were exceeded when we returned home that evening to find the owner pressure washing our driveway to remove the mud tracks created by the skidsteer during the process. If you have trees that need to be removed, we definitely recommend Estate Masters Thank you!"
Response time2 days
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ACE Tree Service
4.4(
114
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ACE Tree Service is the absolute best. I will use them again and recommend them to anyone. First Zach came to give me the quote the same day I called. He was very helpful and a pleasure to meet. He gave me a very fair price so I signed up to have them do the work. A few days or so later, Tim and his crew came to cut the beast and other things. They did a beautiful job. Cutting down my granddaddy pine tree, trimming another tree and cutting smaller ones. Cleaned my yard very well. Today, in less than 24 hours of being cut down the pickup crew arrived to carry off the debris. They too did a spectacular job. No trace of the trees and branches. Iâ m very impressed with the quality job they have done."
Ace Tree Climber
Our bucket truck
ACE Tree Climber
Our bucket truck
Cleaning up debris

+14

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Overall Tree Surgeon
4.9(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very knowledgeable regarding tree types and characteristics. Would of liked to know a bit more about where we were as the day progressed. Some of the hardest working folks I've ever seen. Great clean up. I'll be asking them back for more work."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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T&T Tree Removal and Land Clearing
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These guys are professional and they did a great job on removing a large tree in my front yard."
Tree Removal
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Mann Tree Service
5.0(
10
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very professional. I had some tall trees trimmed off my second story roof and a large tree cut down. They did an excellent job and cleaned up and hauled off everything. I highly recommend this company."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arbor-Tek Tree Service
3.9(
7
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Performed tree trimming on my mothers property. They did a great job."
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Avatar for G & G Contracting and Tree Service, LLC
G & G Contracting and Tree Service, LLC
4.5(
11
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"They did a great job removing the large tree . It was fast & efficient."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Garland’s Tree Care
5.0(
4
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Opelika, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Brian did an excellent job! He showed up on time and completed the job to our satisfaction. I would use him again and I highly recommend him to anyone looking for tree removal or any other comparable service."
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

If you don’t stake a tree that needs support, it could be at greater risk of being damaged or failing completely, whether it uproots or falls over. That could cause damage to your property or other surrounding trees. If you want to grow healthy trees, you may need to stake them for best results.

The average lifespan of an oak tree is 100 to 300 years, so long as it isn’t impacted by diseases like sudden oak death. Some species will last shorter or longer, depending on where you live.

Tree roots are hearty and complex systems, so they don’t die immediately after the rest of the tree is removed. If you leave the root system in place, it takes anywhere from two to seven years for it to run out of nutrients. It is worth noting, however, that the roots stop growing and expanding after cutting down the rest of the tree.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

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