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Top-Rated Arborists in Hillsboro - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for JP's Tree Service, LLC
JP's Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+5 more

Serving Hillsboro, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a large spruce tree that was pulling out of the ground that needed to be removed. James was exceptional. He was very responsive and quickly got the job done. James made sure everything was cleaned up, both after the tree removal and the stump removal. He is a very nice person who did an excellent job and went above and beyond expectations. I would highly recommend JP's Tree Service."
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Double A's Tree Service, LLC
4.7(
118
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Hillsboro, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They were very quick to reach out when we were looking for a company, and they got out to look at it for a quote and got it done quickly as well. They were all pleasant to work with. Overall it was a great experience"
Response time7 hrs
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Onyx Tree Service
4.8(
10
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Hillsboro, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Removed tree from side yard and did some trimming. Work was amazing and done in a timely matter. Awsome customer service will recommend this company to anyone looking for tree work."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lampkin Outdoor Services LLC
5.0(
1
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Hillsboro, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your construction needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed! \n

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+2

Response time40 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

The recovery time for pruning depends on how much you prune, the species of tree, and how well you care for it afterward. All trees grow new wood and often sprout additional branches after pruning. Ideally, trees should recover from normal pruning after one or two years. Heavy pruning or slow-growing trees may take several years to fully recover.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

While the trees in your backyard are good for the environment and look beautiful, they could present a danger to your home under the wrong circumstances. This task is typically beyond the capabilities of the average homeowner due to its dangerous nature, so it’s best to leave this task to a professional. In some cities, it’s even illegal to remove a tree yourself.

Pruning is an effective way to prevent a diseased branch from infecting the rest of the tree. If the infection isn’t caught early enough and the pathogen has spread to the trunk or the majority of the branches though, it is too late to prune off the affected areas and you’ll likely need to remove the tree.

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