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Green Thumb Tree Care
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Pleasant Hill, MO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Its hard to find a small tree company that you can trust and does quality work, however Darin did an excellent job on my trees. Compared to other companies I've used, I received a cheaper price with the same if not better quality of work."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree trimming
Tree removal
Tree removal

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16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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A & R Tree Service and Landscaping
5.0(
15
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Pleasant Hill, MO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

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"I used A&R for a good sized tree trimming project at my house. I needed climbers in an area that was not easy to access with heavy equipment. Armando and his crew were responsive, respectful of my property and the surrounding structures. They were on time and on budget. They cleaned up after the work was done, and did an excellent job with what I needed done. I would 100% use them again! Armando was professional, and you could tell he takes pride in his work."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%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

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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
13 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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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can hire a professional arborist or tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure safety, prevent property damage, and comply with all the local regulations. It’s highly advisable to always hire a professional, as tree removal can be extremely dangerous, especially for large or damaged trees. Certified arborists or tree removal experts have the proper equipment, training, and insurance to do the job safely and efficiently. They can also handle cleanup, stump removal, and obtaining the necessary permits.

In nature, there are many things that can cause a tree to die, including diseases, insects, and natural disasters such as fires or droughts. Non-natural methods of killing a tree include herbicides or manual intervention, such as cutting it down. Consult a tree removal professional about your options for naturally killing a tree.

In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.

You’ll have to balance up the cost, the value of the tree (sentimental or otherwise), and the risk factors. An experienced arborist will help you understand whether transplanting is likely to be successful. The cost and hassle of transplanting a large, well-established tree are often not worth it, especially if the species is fast-growing and easy to source. The decision depends on the age and species of the tree, the conditions in the new site location, and how careful the company is when digging out and moving the tree.

Although the terms tree trimming and tree pruning are used interchangeably, they are very different types of tree maintenance. Tree trimming involves enhancing the appearance of your tree by removing unruly branches, providing your tree with ample sunlight and nutrients and prevents unsightly overgrowth. 

Tree pruning helps keep your trees disease-free. This process removes unhealthy growths, dead branches, and other unhealthy parts of the tree. It’s more common for deciduous and ornamental trees but not so common for evergreen trees. To determine which method you need, discuss it with a tree trimming specialist.

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