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Last update on April 26, 2025

Top-Rated Arborists in Clay - Updated Nov 2026

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Safari Tree
3.5(
166
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Clay, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great service and very helpful"
Out In The Field
Out In The Field
Out In The Field
Out In The Field
Out In The Field

+11

84 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Angry Beavers Stump Grinding
5.0(
4
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Clay, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Rob did a fantastic job for us. Very professional. Did exactly what he said he could do. Me and my 4yr old enjoyed watching him take down the stump with his equipment. Highly recommended!"
Silver Maple
Ash Tree
Ash Tree
Oak Stump
Oak Stump

+2

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fruits of labor Lawn service
New to Angi
Tree Trimming

Serving Clay, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Ima a well experienced gardener/lawn care worker has been in this industry for over 10 years . I'm still learning every day, but I'm here to satisfy every customers need and bring professionalism to every customer so they all have the same experience.

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Dwight Bennett
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Clay, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Hi, I'm Dwight! I'm a hardworking handyman and new business owner who believes in doing quality work at honest prices. I take pride in being dependable, paying attention to the little details, and making sure every customer is happy with the finished job. If you're looking for someone who will work hard, treat your home with respect, and offer great value, I'd be happy to help with your next project.

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LIMB WALKERS TREE & SNOW L.L.C.
4.3(
45
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Clay, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very fast response. Affordable quote for high is the price I paid. Personable service and they did a very good job. My tree is tricky to get to. I had tiny garden seedlings growing nearby and there were none harmed which is pretty amazing!"
please call or text 810 304 4665
please call or text 810 304 4665
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

If you aren’t sure what you’re doing, be very careful when cutting mature tree roots (roots larger than 2 inches). Root cutting and pruning can affect both a tree’s stability and its ability to nourish itself. Issues during root cutting can result in damage or injury. 

It’s recommended you call in a pro to help, unless it’s a very small tree and you aren’t worried about the prospect of losing the tree.

For Bradford pears, damage from storms is common, and if the trunk splits, it can pose a danger to people and surrounding structures. The best thing to do in that instance is to have the tree removed. If there’s only minor damage to the branches, pruning away the damaged parts is the first order of business. You may also want to consult a professional arborist to make sure the tree is healthy.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Palm trees will not regrow from a stump once the tree has been cut down. This type of tree is unique because the root and stump system will slowly decay after the tree is gone, unlike other species that can regrow. That’s why it’s preferable to remove dead or decaying palm tree stumps quickly as they can become an eyesore and don’t offer future growing potential.

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