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Top-Rated Arborists in Zachary - Updated Nov 2026

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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%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Louisiana Tree Service
Louisiana Tree Service
5.0(
7
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Zachary, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent...called me back the same day and made an appointment for someone to come out and give an estimate. That person showed up on time and gave me an estimate that same afternoon via email. I accepted the offer and was emailed a time they could grind my stump which I accepted. The person they sent was on time and did a great job. These guys are terrific and very professional. I will definitely use this tree service again!!!!!"
Stump grinding
Stump grinding
Stump grinding
Stump Grinding
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Recommended by28%of homeowners
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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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

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. 

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

Planting trees far enough from your foundation will protect your home from root damage, but if you’re dealing with existing trees, you can still guard against roots. Root barriers form a physical boundary that will prevent roots from encroaching on your foundation and can help save you from expensive foundation repair costs.

Horticulturist is a broad term for any type of plant and soil expert. An arborist, meanwhile, specializes in all aspects of tree care. You should hire an arborist when you need assistance with tree-related tasks, such as pruning large trees, removing trees, diagnosing a sick tree, or emergency tree services. Horticulturists aren’t qualified to handle those types of tasks.

You may need permission to take a tree down. Check with your local ordinances about rules regarding tree removal and to gain any necessary permits. Check with your local ordinances or the fire department if you plan to burn the stump. Make sure you have all the steps in place before removing the tree, or contact a local tree removal service.

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