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Top-Rated Arborists in Charleston - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Zuhlke Tree Service
Zuhlke Tree Service
4.9(
91
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were skillful and very professional, and certainly know their business. The crew was very careful about our buildings and power lines and solved some extremely worrisome tree problems for us. Their cost was a little high, but I guess that's what you have to pay for good technology and safe, skillful, energetic work!"
Some big rounds
Handy little tree cart
We didn't put it there, but we got it off
Early bird gets the worm. Clean roadside job site.
Really they should sell this saw with a cape

+3

Response time2 days
153 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Brackett Properties LLC
Brackett Properties LLC
5.0(
9
)
Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent work! Chris was punctual, efficient, and mindful of my requestsWe discussed a plan and he executed the work. He picked up when he was done, and was very reasonably priced. I highly recommend Brackett Properties for any of your tree removal needs!"
Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Dragonfire Excavation
Dragonfire Excavation
4.0(
13
)
Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The gentlemen who own and operate Dragonfire Excavation, outside of having a killer name, are extremely kind, personable, and professional. They treated my property with the same care they would treat their own, and were happy not only to assist me with the service that I needed, but also advise me on future services I inquired about. On top of all that, they were extremely understanding of budgetary constraints and have kept that in mind while offering me suggestions for other projects I inquired about. Absolutely would recommend working with them!"
clearing the spot for the pad
Digging of the pad area
bottom layer of gravel
Compacted pad
Gravel before compaction

+2

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for true north property maintenance
true north property maintenance
5.0(
1
)
Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

hello my name is colby hamor, i am 21 years old and just starting up my own business as of summer of 25', i do lawn care- spring and fall cleanups, mowing, mulching sticks and leaves. stump grinding and downed tree cleanup. junk removal- house clean outs, scrap, trash.

Avatar for 3 C's Professional Tree Removal
3 C's Professional Tree Removal
4.3(
8
)
Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Charleston, ME and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In addition to the professional work done to remove 2 large trees endangering our house, great care was taken to maximize personal safety and to protect other trees, power lines, and surrounding vegetation. But perhaps the most remarkable quality of 3 C's work was the personal warmth and commitment to relationships and customer satisfaction that characterize their professional ethic. We greatly appreciated their regular communication before, during, and after their service, and their attention to detail, including follow-up clean-up. We strongly recommend this family-operated enterprise."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by62%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Unfortunately, if you cut the top off a palm tree, it will die. Instead of budding or branching out, the top begins to slowly rot. That's why having a professional tree trimming at least twice a year is a good idea. If you don’t have experience with trimming your palm tree, you might accidentally cut the top off, leaving a dead and rotting tree in your wake.

Yes, forestry mulching can grind stumps, but the level of effectiveness depends on the equipment used. Drum mulchers can break down smaller stumps, but larger or deep-rooted stumps may require a dedicated stump grinder for complete removal. If full stump removal is necessary for replanting or construction, additional excavation may be needed. Always check with your forestry mulching provider to confirm whether they offer stump grinding and if their equipment is suitable for your specific needs.

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

Yes, many services include stump grinding to eliminate tripping hazards and improve aesthetics.

Cutting down a tree next to power lines is never a DIY job, and it’s a good idea to contact your utility company first. In most cases, the utility company will need to take care of any tree problems within 10 to 15 feet of power lines. If you want to remove the tree for aesthetic reasons, hire a pro to do the job. Trying to cut trees near power lines yourself can create many safety hazards, and you could be liable if you inadvertently cause damage to electrical equipment.

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