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Avatar for Arborview Tree Care Services, LLC
Arborview Tree Care Services, LLC
4.9(
90
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Serving Clarkston, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful hardworking crew. Got out 5 trees and ground the stumps all in one day!!! Clean up was perfect! Even blew the grass with their blower back and forth so there were no trails left in the grass from dragging branches. All wood removed or put through their chipper. They raked and cleaned. Neighbors so impressed that they got a couple that came and discussed other jobs. Another neighbor asked for the wood chips and they happily delivered those down the street for her. Kind, helpful, so hard working. Definitely will use them again. Such a great company with great workers with integrity and pride in their workmanship. A blessing to us and our family. Also, 2 of the huge trees were right next to the house and once I saw how well they worked together etc I was completely at ease. They treated my home as if it were their home!! That is rare."
Giant Cottonwood
Giant Logs
Setting rope
Finally limb always the worst
Dropping the log safely

+1

Response time11 hrs
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Universal Arbor Care, Inc.
4.8(
62
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Serving Clarkston, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had the crew from Universal Arbor Care out yesterday to do tree trimming and they did a fantastic job. They were on time and were very professional in all their work and then did a great job to also do all the clean up. I would highly recommend them."
Hurricane Florence
Hurricane Florence
Hurricane Florence
Hurricane Florence
Hurricane Florence

+49

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for BLADIMIR TREE SERVICE
BLADIMIR TREE SERVICE
5.0(
19
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Serving Clarkston, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Crew was very good at what they did. Were on time as stated. Fast efficient and took the time to safeguard my property. Tree was close to home so extra care was needed did job by climbing as no equipment could be used. Cost was a fair price for my job. Another neighbor seen the work going on and hired Bladmir to cut his tree."
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+78

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Timber Beast Tree Service
4.8(
69
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Serving Clarkston, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is top notch. Price was fair, the crew was efficient, they were constantly cleaning up debris, they made me feel comfortable they knew their job and I made the right decision in hiring them. I had 2 very large trees including one close to power lines. Would definitely hire this company again and so should you."
Tree Removal and Stump Grinding
Tree Removal
HUGE Cottonwood Removal
Tree Removal and Trimming
HUGE Cottonwood Removal

+11

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ramirez Tree Care LLC
4.8(
63
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Serving Clarkston, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This an awesome team for taking care of your trees and shrubs. I will definitely rehire them if I need tree service again. Highly recommended!"
Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Roque's Tree Service
4.7(
100
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Serving Clarkston, MI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely the best tree company in southeast Michigan if you do not hire these guys you are missing out on the best price and quality work they do with professional service."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate85%
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quinonez Tree Service
4.9(
116
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Serving Clarkston, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great company and great customer service. Really happy with the work they did and how quickly they were able to remove the tree wood. Would recommend them to anyone and will use them again in the future"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
186 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Woodchopper's Tree Service
5.0(
17
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Serving Clarkston, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I can't say enough about my experience with Woodchoppers Tree Service. From the start to the finish, nothing but exceptional. Jeremy was the first contact I received and was here within 30 minutes to review our requirements. We discussed what was needed with his experieced input. He gave me a written quote before leaving. I called him back to schedule the work which would be about 2 weeks later. Within a few days Jeremy contacted me to say he could come sooner if it worked for me. We agreed on a date, he sent a message to confirm. On the scheduled date he sent me a message advising of his arrival time. Upon arrival he and his crew immediately went to work trimming a maple tree, a large magnolia tree and removing a crabapple tree then grinding the tree stump leaving nothing on the ground to be picked up. Done within an hour and a half. Great job and very fair price. Will call him again for all future tree work."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

If you’re looking to rot a tree stump fast, potassium nitrate will work far quicker than copper nails. First, drill several holes into the stump using a power drill, then pour potassium nitrate pellets into the holes. Next, add water to help the chemical absorb into the wood, thoroughly soaking the stump to ensure the pellets dissolve and spread evenly. Afterward, cover the stump with a tarp to retain moisture and block sunlight, then place mulch on top to secure it in place.

It’s not always easy to tell when a tree is dying, although signs like dropping branches and brittle bark can sometimes offer clues. It can also be difficult to know whether a tree is dead or dormant, especially if it’s a deciduous tree. You’ll want to wait until a growth season to get a good idea of a tree’s health. When in doubt, contact an arborist for a consultation.

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.

Palm tree removal can cost anywhere between $100 and $1,800 depending on palm size, tree condition, labor, location, and the amount of prep work involved. With the necessary skills, a DIY palm tree removal for trees shorter than 15 feet can lower costs. However, it’s generally recommended that you hire a palm tree expert for tree removal.

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