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Top-Rated Arborists in Cottage Grove - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Expert Tree Service and Science
Expert Tree Service and Science
4.8(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+7 more

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. Their initial time frame was long (they were scheduling up to two months out), but I mentioned I was hoping for sooner. When, four weeks in, they had a sudden opening, due to a job in my neighborhood finishing early, they called to arrange and were there within an hour. Late notice meant I could not be home, but the arborist reassured me by speaking with me on the phone. The tree pruning was smart and sensitive. When I expressed some disappointment with underprunung on a big shrub, the arborist arranged to come back to fix it the following week. Super responsive, willing to explain recommendations."
Fall/Winter Oak Pruning
Rigging a 20 inch limb over a garden
Response time10 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for A&T's Tree and Landscape Service LLC
A&T's Tree and Landscape Service LLC
5.0(
13
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A&T’s tree service did an amazing job removing a big oak tree that was over hanging my house and garage! They are very respectful and easy to work with! I will definitely continue doing business with A&T’s tree service in the near future."
Oak Tree Removal
Oak Tree Removal
Oak Tree Removal
Oak Tree Removal
Oak Tree Removal

+27

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Custom Cut LLC
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTrees and Shrubs - Trim or Remove+1 more

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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I called and he came out and give estimate. We called him back set date for removal. They came right on time. Did what we wanted done at the price he said, Did a nice job and did it right. We will hire him back when we need more tree work  done. He recycles all the wood and wood chips. Very nice and easy person to deal with. He is a pro, knows what he is doing so no worries about damage to house and barn.


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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elevated Tree Service, LLC
4.6(
8
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business+2 more

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dayton was Absolutely Awesome to work to with! I will be honest and say I stumbled across him after spending hours on the internet & phone speaking with very well known companies, but with also very rude customer service! After an exhausting day of getting no where, Dayton had replied to one of my many online quotes for tree removal I had requested and he came out the very next day! He was polite, he was punctual, he had great communication and the work he provided was beyond excellent! I also canâ t say enough about the meticulous cleanup job that he did. I was concerned there was going to be quite a mess because we do have a dog, but he did AMAZING!! He also recommended some trees we could plant in the spring, so we are also going to have him come back out to help us plant more trees to replace the ones he had to take down."
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Light-bark trees are most notorious for producing lots of sap when wounded. These varieties include maples, birches, poplars, dogwoods, magnolias, and elms, and they will bleed more when the trees are dormant. That’s why it’s a good idea to prune them in the summer months rather than waiting until winter.

Transplanting a palm tree is a similar process except for a couple of important differences. First, their root ball doesn’t need to be as large as a “true” tree, which makes them a bit easier to dig up and move around. Second, they struggle more with taking root and staying upright in a new location, so it’s important to give them extra support when staking. 

Trees should be pruned every two to five years, depending on its age and type. Young trees should be inspected and pruned every two to three years. Mature trees should be inspected and trimmed every three to five years, and fruit trees should be pruned annually with a careful eye on seasonal growth. Evergreens typically don’t need pruning, unless branches or limbs are damaged, diseased, or harboring pests.

On average, tree removal costs around $750, with a typical range between $200 and $2,000. The final price depends on several factors, including the tree's height, trunk diameter, species, and overall health. Accessibility is also a key factor; costs will be higher if the tree is in a hard-to-reach area or located near structures like power lines or your home. Additional costs may apply for services such as stump removal (which can add $100 to $150), log-splitting, debris cleanup, and obtaining necessary permits. It is also customary to tip the professional, usually between $20 and $100.

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.

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