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Top-Rated Arborists in Decatur - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Northside Tree Professionals
Northside Tree Professionals
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These team from Northside Tree Professionals did an amazing job trimming and cutting down a few of my trees yesterday. They showed up on time, worked efficiently, and were very professional from start to finish. They took great care around my property and cleaned everything up when they were finished. My yard looks so much better now! I’m extremely happy with the quality of their work and would definitely recommend this company to anyone needing tree trimming or removal. Great service, hardworking crew, and a job well done. I’ll definitely be calling Northside Tree Professionals again in the future!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by2%of homeowners
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Josken Tree Expert
4.9(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with this company. They were working in our neighborhood and stopped by to see if we needed any tree work, so we were able to have everything done the same day. They removed several trees, trimmed our larger trees, and ground the stumps. The crew of about 10 people worked efficiently, checked in with us to make sure we were happy with the trimming, left some of the mulch behind just as we requested, and did a thorough job cleaning up before they left. The owner was polite and respectful, and the price was very reasonable. We would definitely hire them again and highly recommend them!"
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23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Tree Meisters
5.0(
12
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an excellent job removing the tree stump from my property. The team was punctual, professional, and worked very efficiently from start to finish. They made sure everything was clean before leaving, and the whole process was smooth and stress-free. I truly appreciate their attention to detail and great customer service. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality work."
Large Dead Chestnut
Large Dead Chestnut
Large Dead Chestnut
Roadside Safety Project
Roadside Safety Project

+4

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rico Home Services
4.7(
59
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rico responded immediately about my tree removal. He came over the same day to quote the project and we scheduled the removal for the Monday Morning. Due to weather and a previous project running longer than expected, his crew wasn't able to get to the job until the following afternoon. The crew worked quickly and efficiently to remove the huge dead tree. Their cleanup was excellent and aside from a few track marks in the yard from the bobcat and removing the massive sections of tree, everything was intact. They moved flower pots & low hanging yard lights out of the way, so nothing was disturbed.. The put the tree near the road and it was picked up the following day. A piece of branch fell and broke one of the pickets on my fence and Rico came out within an hour of his crew leaving to replace it. I would definitely recommend Rico & his crew for tree removal projects! The only mild complaint is that I reached out to find out that he was coming a day late, instead of him contacting me."
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+9

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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JP Stump Grinding LLC
5.0(
13
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Decatur, GA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With 11 years of experience in the industry, JP Stump Grinding LLC is your industry expert in Snellville and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Give us a call today & we look forward to working with you! \n

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+6

Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Most tree surgeons cost around $100 per hour or between $70 and $200 per hour for their services. You might get flat fees for more straightforward services, like a tree assessment, tree removal, stump grinding, and one-off treatments, but many times, treatments for tree diseases or pests will be charged based on an hourly rate or a per-visit rate. Since the cost of a tree surgeon can vary widely, it’s best to speak with an arborist near you to get an idea of what your particular issue will cost to correct.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

In the case that a tree is growing directly on your property line, the cost of maintaining the tree is shared and is the property of both owners in common. In this case, all decisions regarding the maintenance of the tree must be made jointly, and both parties must agree on a course of action. You will need to agree with your neighbor about the cutting of any roots before you carry it out, and your neighbor must also consult with you before doing any trimming. Coming to an agreement with your neighbor about any shared trees ahead of necessary trimming and maintenance will make this process much simpler.

The felling notch you make before you make the final cut will determine which way the tree will fall. The cut will be in a wedge or triangle, and the tree will fall from the highest point of the triangle. You can use this, as well as the process described above, to estimate where a tree will fall. 

Though summer is not ideal, you can do some light pruning during this time of year. Just make sure it’s not excessive. Vigorous pruning will stress the tree and impact next year’s growth. Generally, August to September are the best summer-pruning months, particularly for fruit trees.

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