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Top-Rated Arborists in Pelham - Updated Nov 2026

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

Serving Pelham, 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%
103 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
Cornerstone Tree Service, LLC
4.6(
272
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Pelham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A couple of weeks ago Cornerstone removed several trees and trimmed several more. Dave and his crew were fantastic. They have outstanding equipment and are very organized in their work. The most impressive part of the job was how they cleaned up everything. They were the only ones who responded to my call. Their was very fair. I would highly recommend Cornerstone for your needs. Leo Poyss Medford"
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Service Equipment
Cornerstone Tree Services
Cornerstone Tree Services

+5

Response time2 days
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Downs Tree Service
5.0(
8
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Pelham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fortunately I was flexible about the time and he came and did the job in one long day. He had all the necessary equipment and plenty of skilled workers to get the job. When they left the yard was in good shape with nothing left behind to do except pick up a fewer bigger pieces that I wouldn't want to mow over. I paid him in full after work was completed."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Large Tree Removal
Tree Removal over fence and pool.
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
Avatar for First Responders Tree Worx LLC
First Responders Tree Worx LLC
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Pelham, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company has did work at my home three times taking tree down stump grinding and clean up on large area fallen trees stump removal and debris they did a fantastic job very respectful and nice very responsible priced they deserve more than 5 stars on all 3 jobs than you guys"
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

You can shape a cherry tree by trimming vertical branches, dense branches, and intersecting branches. Your personal aesthetic comes into play, as well. If you want to simply thin and shape the tree, you can get away with trimming the aforementioned parts of your cherry tree. If you want to shorten branches, however, consider thinning cuts, which alter the length of the branches while encouraging light penetration, new buds and shoots, and a structurally-sound shape.

Homeowners are usually not responsible for trees that fall on power lines. Power companies usually have utility easements around power lines, which give them the responsibility to maintain any trees within about 15 to 20 feet of the lines.

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

For trimming trees, your best tool is a pair of pruning shears or loppers. Both options work best for branches that are under 3 inches in diameter. Trimming trees with a larger diameter may require a robust tool like a small chainsaw or a handsaw, so take into account your tree’s diameter when deciding between tools.

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