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Top-Rated Arborists in Howell - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Elson Services LLC
Elson Services LLC
5.0(
48
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were fast and efficient. The tree came down exactly as promised. They cleaned up all the debris. They did exactly what they promised and then gave us a great quote for an additional job while on site. I'm already planning on more trees next yeear."
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Maple tree removal
Maple tree removal
elm tree limb
elm tree limb

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Roque's Tree Service
Roque's Tree Service
4.7(
106
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Tree Removal

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alex came out on a Sunday to give us a quote. The quote was half of what we had received from another company. They were out within the week. Completed exactly what we had talked about. They even cut and stacked some of the bigger pieces for firewood for us! The yard was left clean. If you have tree work needing to be done - I definitely recommend reaching out to them."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Quinonez Tree Service
Quinonez Tree Service
4.9(
123
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business+1 more

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great company. If I ever need a tree removed again, I would hire them in a heartbeat. They did a great job, Showed up when they said they would. Cleaned up the site after they were done. Can't say enough about them."
Oak Removal
Oak Removal
Dead tree
Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
169 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for A.R Tree Service LLC
A.R Tree Service LLC
4.8(
24
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Tree Removal

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I highly recommend this tree removal company! They were professional, punctual, and extremely hardworking from start to finish. The crew worked safely and efficiently, and the quality of their work exceeded my expectations. They took great care of my property, cleaned up everything before leaving, and made sure the job was done right. Their communication was excellent, the pricing was fair, and they were honest and reliable throughout the entire process. If you’re looking for someone who is dependable, skilled, and truly cares about customer satisfaction, this is the company to call. I will definitely use their services again!"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+12

130 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Wilson Elite Arbor Care,LLC
Wilson Elite Arbor Care,LLC
5.0(
5
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Howell, 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
Avatar for Kensington Contracting, LLC
Kensington Contracting, LLC
4.3(
180
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thanks to Brent, Christie and the team for an excellent job! I had a dead tree over 60 ft cut down and branches of another pine tree overhanging my roof trimmed. They were professional, quick and cleaned up all the debris for a very reasonable price, I would definitely recommend them."
Commerce MI
Monster Willow
Storm Damage
Commerce MI
Monster Willow

+53

Response time1 day
69 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Stump Brothers, LLC
Stump Brothers, LLC
4.6(
117
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Howell, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Great company, great prices, very reliable. I needed a very large stump removed from my mothers lawn. I hit up Angieâ s list and then Josh from the Stump Brothers was the first to contact me. He quoted me over the phone and I went with him. Very nice guy and easy to do business with. Did a excellent job and ground the stump and roots around it deep. Some companies will not go to that extent leaving you with roots and parts of stump still in lawn. He also keeps his word. If he says heâ s coming out, he sticks to the appointment. I highly recommend his service and have him locked into my contact list for future use and to recommend to my friends and family. Thank you Josh and Stump Brothers for doing a great job and being an honest trusted company. A1 Mark Mason, Waterford MI"
Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Aside from removing dead or diseased branches, you should prune your trees somewhere between every one and three years. Some people—particularly commercial farmers—prune their apple trees yearly to produce higher yields. This is the best way to promote tree health. That said, the average homeowner can get away with hard-pruning their mature apple tree every other year or every three years. 

The amount of time it takes for a tree trunk to rot depends on several factors, including the tree’s size, species, and environmental conditions. It can take anywhere from a few years to several decades for a tree’s trunk to rot. A tree stump, on the other hand, can take up to 10 years to disappear after it’s decayed naturally.

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

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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