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Top-Rated Arborists in Gaines - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Woodchopper's Tree Service
Woodchopper's Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Gaines, MI and surrounding areas

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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."
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Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Big Lake Tree Service
5.0(
6
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Gaines, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They have done multiple trees and stumps at my house. Always on time, clean up. Very reasonable on price. Well over 10 trees and 15 stumps so far. Will continue to hire them for any tree work."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Stump Grinding

+16

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Most jobs take 2-8 hours, but extensive trimming may take multiple days.

On grafted trees, tree suckers will grow from the root stock, not the branches grafted onto it. Therefore, the leaves and characteristics of the suckers aren’t the same as the tree because they are different varieties. Root stock has more hardiness, strength, or drought tolerance than its grafted limbs, so if the suckers are from fruit or flowers, it might be different than the main part of your tree.

Tree trimming can count as landscaping, depending on how a landscaping business describes its services. Professional tree trimmers are more specialized than landscapers and offer trimming services separately from general landscaping.

When general landscaping companies offer tree trimming, look up the details. They usually mean shaping or seasonal trimming of ornamental trees, which is different from trimming larger trees for health or safety reasons. When possible, look for a licensed expert that specializes in trees and tree health.

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. 

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.

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