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Top-Rated Arborists in Southfield - Updated Nov 2026

Bladimir Tree Service
5.0(
23
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Bladimir Tree Service the work he and his crew provided my family in Lathrup Village. Bladimir responded to my RFQ for multiple tree removals and stump grinding. The quote was provided very timely and was reasonable for the level of work required. One tree was over 60' tall with huge branches, while the other 2 were large overgrown cedar trees. The team showed up punctually and with all their equipment in tow, and after review of the plan, immediately started to work. I did not need to supervise or micro manage, the work was preformed efficiently, safely, and orderly. The cleanup was marvelously done, and grinding was to specification. No complaints, only praise and kudos for this hard working crew. I absolutely would hire Bladimir should I need future tree services."
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Roque's Tree Service
4.7(
106
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Tree Removal

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alex and his crew responded to my request immediately and got the job done within a couple hours. They were already working in the neighborhood. They cut down a huge oak tree including grinding the stump and cleanups. Cost less than the rest. I absolutely recommend them."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quinonez Tree Service
4.9(
123
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business+1 more

Serving Southfield, 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."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
169 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Godoy's Tree Service
4.8(
93
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Tree Removal

Serving Southfield, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Godoy's Tree Service is a very experienced company that was very accommodating. They gave me a very fair estimate for the work, making some of the other estimates look ridiculous. Godoy's arranged for the required arborist to visit and report that my big ash tree should be removed. Then Godoy's applied for the work permit and 7 days later, a group of 6 workers removed my 2 trees and stumps in about 2-1/2 hours. Godoy's were very safe, very well organized and quick. They did zero damage to my property. They cleaned up after they were done. I've previously had trees removed and trimmed by other companies. I've watched other companies remove my neighbors' trees. In comparison Godoy's Tree Service are the best by far."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

There are a few differences between tree guying and tree staking. Tree guying requires anchor stakes that are shorter and stronger than regular stakes and are driven deeper into the ground at an angle away from the tree. Tree staking uses longer stakes that are set parallel to the tree and are used for smaller trees. Consult a local tree professional to determine which method is best for your tree.

The typical lifespan of a Bradford pear is relatively short, only 15 to 25 years. However, these trees have issues long before their life is over. Due to their soft wood and fast-growing branches, Bradford pear trees often split around 15 years, making them a risk for falling branches and more prone to disease. 

Signs include dead branches, growth over structures, diseases, pests, or roots impacting hardscapes.

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

Lightning can cause massive damage, fires, and openings for other threats like bugs or fungal diseases. Barring any large fires or explosions, it’s difficult to tell how much damage a lightning strike has done until after a thorough inspection. Contact local authorities immediately if lightning strikes a tree in your yard and it causes a fire or explosion.

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