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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 team arrived on time, were neat and thorough. Having the proper equipment made the project fast and efficient and greatly minimized the risk to personnel and property. Glen's experiences as an Arborist were willingly shared during the visit with no sales pressure. I have and will continue to recommend Glen and his team."
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(
274
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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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+105

Response time7 hrs
16 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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
Avatar for Lazer Scapes, LLC
Lazer Scapes, LLC
4.5(
120
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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%
139 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dynamic tree works
4.6(
27
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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
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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BMG Stump Grinding
4.2(
5
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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

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

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.

In most ways, palm trees are incredibly low-maintenance. They don’t need a ton of water—which is why they’re so beloved in desert regions—and they basically prune themselves. But they do need an ample supply of sunlight and to be in soil that will allow for proper drainage so that their roots don’t become waterlogged and at risk of developing illnesses.

If the plant begins to wilt, develop spots, or change color, these could all be signs that your palm tree has a disease. But a few basic treatments, like pruning and applying fungicide, will usually be more than enough to return it to perfect health.

Unfortunately, most of the time you’re out of luck if a neighbor’s tree blocks your view. You don’t have a right to a view, so if you have a tree that’s near the property line but on your neighbor’s property, you can’t cut it to be able to take in a majestic mountain or a beautiful sunrise. In some communities, however, there are ordinances protecting scenic views. Checking into your local laws can help you determine your rights in this situation.

Generally, you’ll want to avoid pruning more than 25% of the tree’s canopy at one time. While pruning your tree is important, it’s possible to do it too often or to go too far. Again, this is why hiring a tree trimming pro to do the work is wise. However, if you do decide to DIY, going slow and trimming gradually is the name of the game.

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.

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