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Top-Rated Arborists in Pleasant Hill - Updated Nov 2026

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JL Absolute Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Pleasant Hill, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"thoroughly impressed with their services. They were most affordable and did more than expected they would do. I will definitely call them again to do other work for me in the future. I recommend them to anyone looking to get their trees trimmed or removed. Thank you so much!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
68 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Branched Out
4.7(
279
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Pleasant Hill, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time Tyler?s crew has trimmed my trees. They did another fantastic and quality job. They left the yard looking perfect. John and Jacob are so friendly and helpful. I wouldn?t have anyone else do the work for me"
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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KC Tree Specialist
4.5(
111
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Pleasant Hill, MO and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"KC Tree Specialist was great!!! I absolutely recommend them!!!! From start to finish, they were amazing!!!! They will be my first contact for any future service of this type! Thank you, KC Tree Specialist!!!"
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KC Tree Specialist
Response time9 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
K C Tree Specialists
4.7(
22
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Pleasant Hill, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They removed a huge oak that was looming near our house, making a surgical cut that preserved the viable part of the tree and protected neighboring trees that would have been destroyed if the oak had fallen. They also removed a smaller tree that was dying. They repaired dents in the yard and raked up all the debris. The team was efficient, courteous, and well-equipped--one of the hardest working crews we have employed."
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Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Hills Tree Care
5.0(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Pleasant Hill, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Their team did a great job taking down the tree. We had a maple tree about 5 feet from our home and we were worried about it falling on us with how the strong the winds get. The tree was at least 80 ft tall. They took the tree down with great care within 2-3 hours. I would recommend them to anyone!"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Marvin Tree and Lawn Service, LLC
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Pleasant Hill, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marvin and his crew were punctual, professional, did an amazing job on our landscaping. Removed 3 trees and replaced what was needed. He was very patient and worked well with me on ideas and layout. I would highly recommend Marvin’s company to anyone."
Response time8 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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Ault Family Tree Care
4.7(
13
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Pleasant Hill, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After requestinh a quote from multiple companies, Justin-owmer of Ault Family tree was the first to respond yo my quote request and the only company that actually called me. I'm very pleased with the services provided by Ault. They were very professional and efficient. I would definitely recommend using Ault Family Tree Care, they're the best!!"
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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.

It will take you anywhere from 15 minutes to two hours per tree stump to grind and remove the stump from the ground. The larger the size, the longer it will take to remove the stump. Also, keep in mind that rocky soil may require local excavation services to loosen up large boulders before you can begin to remove the tree stump.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

Common signs that a tree is rotting include dead branches, a leaning trunk, peeling or cracked bark, leaf discoloration, and the presence of fungi. If you notice any of these signs, it’s best to hire an arborist near you to inspect your tree and determine if it can be saved or if it needs to come down.

Yes, tree roots can regenerate after they’re pruned or cut. In fact, trimming can stimulate new growth, especially in healthy trees. The tree’s roots can still grow back even after a tree is cut down, (and learning how to get rid of regrowing tree roots is a separate feat). Still, if you don’t wish to harm a tree, pruning the roots should be done with extreme care, and ideally by a professional.

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