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Top-Rated Arborists in Zachary - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Smith's Tree Care LLC
Smith's Tree Care LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Zachary, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best crew I’ve seen in a long time! Arrived early, did an amazing job of cutting down 2 huge 20 year old live oaks, cleaned up great, and stayed late to get the job finished! Highly recommend ~ good price too!"
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+26

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision Tree Service
4.9(
171
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+5 more

Serving Zachary, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The crew was very courteous and pruned according to my instructions--did not over prune. They did a nice job of cleaning up and took care not to damage plants and shrubs in the process. The owner is a certified Arborist and couldn't have been nicer. I would absolutely call on him again.
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+19

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Avatar for Varela's Tree Service & Stump Grinding
Varela's Tree Service & Stump Grinding
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Zachary, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Varela's Professional Tree Service and Stump Grinding is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Professional Tree Pruning
Large Oak Pruning
Stump Grinding
Response time2 hrs
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Split6 Firewood Co.
New to Angi
Tree Stump - RemoveTree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Zachary, 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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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

After a big storm, you may not be sure if a tree was struck or not. Look for the telltale long scars, like strips or gouges in the bark of the tree, running in sometimes jagged lines down the length of the trunk. These scars will often show vulnerable living wood inside the tree. It’s also common to see scorched or wilted leaves on the side or top of the tree where lightning struck.

Hiring an arborist costs around $900 on average, with prices ranging from $250 to $2,500 or more. Some arborists charge an hourly rate, typically between $100 and $350 per hour. The final cost depends on several factors, including the type of work, the number of trees, accessibility, and whether you hire an independent arborist or a larger tree service company. When hiring, you should also consider their experience and insurance coverage.

Below are some estimated costs for common arborist jobs:

  • Small tree removal: $300 to $500

  • Large tree removal: $500 to $2,000 or more

  • Tree health assessment: $150

  • Trimming a small tree: $75 to $200

  • Trimming a large tree: $150 to $400

  • Dealing with invasive species: $150 to $1,000 or more

Transporting a fully-grown tree requires heavy equipment, typically specialized for the task. A tree spade is a truck-mounted tool that removes the tree from the ground in one location, transports it, and places it in a new hole in a new location. A combination of mechanized shovels and lifts is necessary to move very large trees, and the exact tools often depend on location and the surrounding area.

A standard tree removal doesn’t include stump grinding. If you want your contractor to remove your tree and grind the stump, you must pay an extra charge. That said, you’ll likely save on the cost of stand-alone service—especially if it’s a small tree and they can finish both jobs in a single trip.

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