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Top-Rated Arborists in Colchester - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Lamb's Tree & Plant Health Care
Lamb's Tree & Plant Health Care
4.8(
171
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner was exceptionally professional and personable. I knew that I would be satisfied with his work. I did not hire him because a local arborist Whom I had had before gave me a lower price estimate."
Proper pruning style
Arborist cert.
Tree cert.
Chainsaw safety cert.
Irrigation controller cert.

+26

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Autumn Leaves Tree Removal, LLC
Autumn Leaves Tree Removal, LLC
4.9(
273
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have hired them three times over the past several years. The crew has always been courteous, friendly and competent. They do a great job cleaning up afterward, too. They are definitely my tree guys. Do not hesitate to hire them."
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Top removal 6

+105

Response time7 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for SAB Tree Experts
SAB Tree Experts
4.7(
25
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had about 5 different tree companies that answered the post about a job I had and told me they would come out for a quote and I never heard from them again. Steve from SAB Tree Experts came out the next day I was contacted and had the job done the next week."
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+5

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Lazer Scapes, LLC
Lazer Scapes, LLC
4.5(
118
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Reggie the Owner came right over and gave me a very good price then sent his crew over to remove 2 large arborvitae’s. Milton is a tree surgeon who meticulously felled the trees out of harms way and cleaned up like they were never here. Will hire again!!! A"
Large Tree Over Home
Tree Removal Using Crane
Commercial Tree Removal
Tree Removal Using Bucket Truck
BBB

+1

Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
167 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Dynamic tree works
Dynamic tree works
4.6(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan and his partner did an excellent job. They worked on multiple trees on my property with great skill and professionalism. There was no debris left behind. They went above and beyond to get 3 huge Hickory trees under control after many years of neglect. They removed a pesky bush and tree stumps and a large tree branch that fell on my property last year. I truly feel better as a property owner to have Dan and his team in my corner. I have before and after photos available."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal crane day
Full removal
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
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BMG Stump Grinding
5.0(
4
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Colchester, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I couldn’t be happier with the work from BMG Stump Grinding! From the first time I reached out, they were friendly, professional, and easy to work with. They did a great job removing the stump and cleaned everything up so well afterward that you could hardly tell it was ever there. It’s always nice to find a company that takes pride in their work and treats you like a person, not just another job. I really appreciate how smoothly everything went and would absolutely recommend BMG Stump Grinding to anyone who needs a stump removed. Great service and great people!"
Stump removal
Stump removal
Stump removal
Stump removal
Stump removal

+1

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

Generally, homeowners do not need permission to cut down a tree on their own private property, but there are several exceptions where a permit may be required. You might need a permit if the tree is particularly large, old, or a protected species, such as a heritage tree. Trees located near public property or power lines can also be subject to special rules. Additionally, many local governments and homeowners associations (HOAs) have regulations controlling which trees can be removed to manage an area's appearance or prevent the spread of invasive species. To avoid hefty fines, it is crucial to check with your local government and HOA to determine if a permit is needed before you begin.

Although the terms tree trimming and tree pruning are used interchangeably, they are very different types of tree maintenance. Tree trimming involves enhancing the appearance of your tree by removing unruly branches, providing your tree with ample sunlight and nutrients and prevents unsightly overgrowth. 

Tree pruning helps keep your trees disease-free. This process removes unhealthy growths, dead branches, and other unhealthy parts of the tree. It’s more common for deciduous and ornamental trees but not so common for evergreen trees. To determine which method you need, discuss it with a tree trimming specialist.

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.

A tree branch should start to form roots in about three months. It can take about a year for a tree branch to develop roots strong enough to go in the ground. For best results, start several branches because, no matter how closely you follow instructions, they won’t all form roots. Compost any that aren’t thriving.

If you’re taking down a tree that you don’t suspect is affected by disease or pests and it’s nowhere near your home or other structures, then calling in a tree company should work fine. However, anything more involved means an arborist is a better option. These pros have years of experience with tree removal and can safely take down trees located next to structures, and they have the tools, sanitization equipment, and experience to remove sick or dying trees without infecting nearby trees. 

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