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Top-Rated Arborists in Hannibal - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Big Oaks Tree Service LLC
Big Oaks Tree Service LLC
4.8(
27
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Hannibal, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I made phone contact after looking on Home Advisor, which gave me an appointment for tomorrow. The owner told me they were finishing up a job just up the road and that, they would be here today. I was surprised to have lucked out and they completed all my tree trimming this afternoon. Job well done !!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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ProCare Tree Service
5.0(
13
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Hannibal, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very polite. Willing to listen to what you want. Done the work in a timely manner. Very respectful to your property. It was a 5 star experience. I will call them again for any other work I need to have done."
Pin Oak- full trim
Pin Oak- full trim
Response time2 days
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

Yes, many services include stump grinding to eliminate tripping hazards and improve aesthetics.

Yes, it can be good to remove dead branches from trees. Dead branches can lead to rot in other areas of the tree. They can also cause damage if they fall on a house, shed, fence, car, pool, or other structure or property. However, it’s important that dead branch removal is done safely. If the branch is high in a tree or requires a lift or ladder to access, consider calling a professional tree removal company, as they will have the experience and equipment to do the job safely.

Bleach can potentially kill some types of delicate ornamental trees, but for the most part, it will only kill the foliage it comes in contact with. Applying bleach is not an effective method of killing a tree. A better option is to use an herbicide, which is a chemical compound designed to effectively kill a tree. 

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