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Top-Rated Arborists in East Lansing - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Wiseman Tree Experts
Wiseman Tree Experts
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job taking down huge branches off of trees for me that were very difficult. They were over hanging two houses and power lines they had to avoid. They are very confident about the work and did a great job on the clean up also. I very highly recommend this company. Also the price was great and the team worked well together and friendly. Couldn’t ask for better."
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+1

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Woodchopper's Tree Service
4.6(
268
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTrees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jeremy and his woodchopper team members were phenomenal. They took care of our tree removals and even helped us to recognize other critical issues around the house such as gas lines. They were punctual, effective, and courteous. We would recommend this company to anyone and we plan to hire them again for our future tree service needs. Thank you, Jeremy and your team!"
Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Wilson Elite Arbor Care,LLC
5.0(
5
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Wilson Elite Arbor Care is a family-owned tree service operating from Mason, serving residential clients throughout Ingham, Washtenaw, Livingston, Clinton, Barry, Ionia, Calhoun, Shiawassee, Jackson, Eaton, Montcalm, Gratiot, and Genesee counties. RJ has been performing tree climbing and removal since 2015, bringing field expertise to large removals, hazardous tree work, emergency storm damage cleanup, and site restoration projects within a 60-mile radius. When a storm drops a tree across your driveway or a dangerous limb threatens your home, you need someone who understands the work from the canopy down."

Tree Removal
A Few Projects
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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HamHam Tree Service
5.0(
10
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Tree Removal

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

"Excellent work and follow through with very good communication throughout the job. They have also completed renovations on a rental unit and have done miscellaneous maintenance as well. Would definitely hire them again."
Fallen Branch
Full Trailer
Fallen Branch
50 foot pine
Pine cleaned up

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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STUMPS-B-GONE LLC
5.0(
21
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Brian called first in the morning. He came out in the afternoon to do the quote. I had approximately 10 stumps of different sizes that needed to be removed. There were also landscaping rocks that needed to be moved to access the spots. He moved them for me and did a great job removing the stumps. He was very detailed in describing what was to be done and after finishing the job, he said if there were any issues to please contact him so he can make it right. Very professional!"
Stump removal
Stump removal
Stump removal
Stump removal
Stump removal

+10

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Warner Excavation LLC
5.0(
9
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Tree Removal - For Business

Serving East Lansing, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Beyond impressed with this company!!!! They went above and beyond what I was expecting and made my yard look incredible with the removal of several trees, stumps, and power raking my entire property ridding it completely of poison ivy and poison oak. I would HIGHLY recommend them."
Response time2 days
Response rate91%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Service costs depend on several factors, including the system's age, type, and size, as well as the complexity of the repair. Labor costs and whether replacement parts are necessary also play a significant role.

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.

It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.

All of the tree root removal methods mentioned above are effective on any kind of root, whether it’s still growing or simply needs a gentle nudge to finish decomposing. The only difference is that larger roots tend to be harder to remove and may require multiple chemical treatments as well as manual labor to eradicate.

If you’re taking down a tree that you don’t suspect is affected by disease or pests and it’s nowhere near your home or other structures, then calling in a tree company should work fine. However, anything more involved means an arborist is a better option. These pros have years of experience with tree removal and can safely take down trees located next to structures, and they have the tools, sanitization equipment, and experience to remove sick or dying trees without infecting nearby trees. 

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