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Top-Rated Arborists in Applewood - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Summit Tree Service, Inc.
Summit Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
58
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Applewood, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were great from start (bidding) to finish (clean up). Prompt, courteous, professional and significantly less expensive than other companies. They took down two very big trees in difficult locations close to the house. Definitely recommend."
Amanda L
55' Bucket Truck #1
Amanda L
Our Mid-Size Bucket Truck
Amanda L

+53

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ADF Services
5.0(
37
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Applewood, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Ricardo did an excellent job at removing the tree stump! I would definitely recommend them to anyone who is looking for this type of work done. Also the price is one that I could not find anywhere else! Very affordable and got the job done! ✅"
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
Avatar for D & D Tree Service & Landscape
D & D Tree Service & Landscape
4.7(
105
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Applewood, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service. Prompt evaluation. Reasonable price. On time for the job. They cleaned everything up. Also, communicated everything they were doing and why. We had a large tree that had several years of neglect, it now looks beautiful. They also removed a row bushes that my wife hated. Thank you Daniel and team!"
dndtrees.com
Backyard Landscaping
Deck & Concrete
Summer Vibes
Response time1 day
181 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
Avatar for Sloan Tree Service LLC
Sloan Tree Service LLC
4.9(
46
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Applewood, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"â­ â­ â­ â­ â­ A Phenomenal Experience with Sloan's Tree Service! I cannot say enough great things about Sloan's Tree Service! From the very beginning, Aric, the owner, and his wife Madison were a delight to work with. They took the time to truly collaborate with us, ensuring that we got exactly what we wanted. They were attentive to our needs and worked within our budget, which was a big plus! Aric and his team exceeded our expectations in every way. Not only did they schedule and perform the work quickly, but the results were outstanding. They removed two large trees and expertly ground the stumps until they were practically non-existent. Additionally, they cut the remaining wood into firewood-length pieces and stacked them, just as we had requested. The brush was completely cleared, and they left our yard looking immaculate. It's hard to believe the transformation our yard underwent in such a short period of time! Aric and Madison were not just fantastic professionals, but also genuinely lovely people. It was an absolute pleasure to meet and work with them. We can't recommend Sloan's Tree Service highly enough! We will certainly be referring them to all our friends, family, and neighbors. I am thrilled to have finally found a go-to "tree guy". Don't hesitate to give them a call â you won't be disappointed!"
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Arborist Prime, LLC
Arborist Prime, LLC
4.7(
84
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Applewood, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"James is very knowledgeable about trees and how to properly trim and thin out large trees like I have on my property. He and his partner did a very nice job on my trees! They did a thorough clean up even though it was raining before they finished up. Very courteous and I will definitely recommend Arborist Prime to friends and family. Thumbs Up!!!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Elevation Exterior
Elevation Exterior
5.0(
28
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Applewood, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Very satisfied and happy with the level of service provided. They removed dead trees and trimmed all of the others on my property. Very attentive, efficient, professional, thorough, and affordable. I highly recommend!"
Trimming the tree
Trimming the tree
Tree removed
Tree removed
Tree removal

+89

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Blue Ox Tree Company, LLC
Blue Ox Tree Company, LLC
4.7(
100
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Applewood, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased with Blue Ox Tree Company they did an outstanding job at removing several trees and cleaned up nicely when finished, We would use them again and recommend to others"
Large tree before brune
Pruned Elm Tree After
Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Denver Tree Care, LLC
Denver Tree Care, LLC
4.9(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Applewood, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were fantastic. They removed two really big cottonwoods in a tight space between the house and road at our stable. Everything was very controlled, they protected everything around them, and did a great job cleaning up. We also had them grind the stumps out, and they even chased the near surface roots to take care of it. Very hard workers that paid attention to the details. Would absolutely hire them again and recommend them."
Topping the Stem
Clearing the Limbs
Removal of Stump
Response time1 day
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Devora Tree Service, LLC
Devora Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
91
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Applewood, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick response to our quote and took down an 80 foot tree in just a couple of hours. Were really professional. Also went above and beyond by taking some tree limbs that I had already cut down with them. Based on my experience, I would recommend them to all!"
Maple removal
Maple removal
Medium pine tree
Medium pine tree
dead elm removal

+16

Response time5 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Pruning trees during the summer can be a bad idea because the new growth will take place during the hottest months of the year, which can stress your tree out. Similarly, pruning during the early fall can be a bad idea, too, because you’d be stimulating new growth when most trees are aiming to go dormant. 

Pruning recommendations will vary by the type of tree, but generally, waiting until winter to prune your trees is a good idea.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

Pruning can impact cold hardiness—but it’s less about the exact temperature and more about temperature variation. Generally, you don’t want to prune trees when there’s a risk of temperatures suddenly dropping from 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit to 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. A tree is most sensitive until 48 hours after it’s pruned.

Not all leaning trees are dangerous, but they can be a hazard as gravity may eventually cause them to fall. A key factor is whether the lean is new or has been present for a long time. Trees that have grown with a lean for years are not typically an immediate danger, but a sudden lean is a cause for concern as it often indicates weakening roots. If a tree is leaning more than 15% from vertical, you should consider having it straightened or transplanted. To be safe, it's always best to hire a professional arborist to inspect any leaning tree to assess the risk and avoid potential accidents.

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

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