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Top-Rated Arborists in Melville - Updated Nov 2026

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Angel Ponce
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Melville, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I’ve been working in the tree service for 3 years residential and commercial. I am used to most type of trees and all the work I do is manual with no big trucks ruining the yard.

Dead oak Removal
Dead oak Removal
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Split6 Firewood Co.
New to Angi
Tree Stump - RemoveTree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Melville, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Split 6 is a locally owned, family-operated business dedicated to providing dependable property maintenance and firewood services throughout Avoyelles Parish and the surrounding areas. We take pride in honest pricing, quality workmanship, and showing up when we say we will. Our services include tree removal, stump grinding, bush hogging, limb trimming, debris cleanup, dump trailer services, and dirt or limestone hauling and spreading. We also provide premium oak and pecan firewood for cooking, along with mixed firewood for campfires, available in multiple quantities with delivery options. At Split 6, we’re committed to helping homeowners, camps, farms, and businesses keep their properties safe, clean, and well maintained while supporting our local communities with reliable, professional service.

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Prairie Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Melville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are so happy with Dylan’s work! We have recommended him to multiple people in the short time since we’ve had our two trees cut down. He was quick & affordable. We can’t say thank you enough!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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McWhirters Straight Line Services, LLC
5.0(
8
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Melville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very friendly and professional. Work done in a timely manner. Would highly recommend."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Omar Home Improvement
5.0(
3
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Melville, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Omar Home Improvement has excellent services. Installed 1 porch and 1 deck for us. We are very happy with the results and ready to hire again."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Costs range from $500 to $5,000 per tree, depending on size, location, and accessibility.

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. 

The depth of tree roots depends on the species. Trees like oaks and maples can have root systems that grow down 20 feet or more. However, trees that grow in shallow soils will have roots that go only a few feet down. Research how your tree species grows in your climate area to estimate root depth.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

Tree removal can be quite expensive, especially for larger projects, but you can use the following tips to help keep costs down:

  • Do the yard cleanup afterward yourself

  • Choose to leave the logs on your property and split them yourself

  • Opt to leave the stump in the ground and tackle stump grinding yourself

  • Pull permits for tree removal, if necessary, to avoid fines

  • Pay to have multiple trees removed at once

  • Remove tree in the late winter or early spring during off-season

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