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Top-Rated Arborists in Clayton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Smitty's Tree Service LLC
Smitty's Tree Service LLC
5.0(
37
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Figuemax Tree Service, LLC
Figuemax Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
90
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned company and we take pride in our attention to detail and safety. We deliver high level of safety and quality work; while simultaneously operating at maximum efficiency. Associates are well trained and we ensure comprehensive customer service and a positive work environment.\nNJ Contractor License Number: 13VH10741800

Tree Removal and Trimming
Tree Removal and Trimming
Tree Removal and Trimming
Tree Removal and Trimming
Tree Removal and Trimming

+4

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Francos Tree Service, LLC
4.5(
143
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Here at Franco's Tree Service and Landscaping, LLC, we sustain our business on quality and integrity. We are experts in our trade and our commitment to quality shows from beginning to end of your project. We look forward to earning your business. Francostree.com.

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+12

Response time5 hrs
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Heck's Tree Service LLC
Heck's Tree Service LLC
5.0(
5
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. \n

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Tree Removal
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Wible's Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
2
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Wible's Tree Service LLC is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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R & B Tree Services
5.0(
37
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for CC TREE EXPERTS
CC TREE EXPERTS
4.8(
156
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Emergency services offered

"Chris Cochran and CC Tree Expert Tree Services do amazing work, VERY neat and safe. They brought in a compact SpyderCrane, to access and remove trees in and behind my very narrow side yard. They removed these trees with surgical precision, avoiding any damage to my lawn, house, air conditioners, gutters, yard ornaments, deck furniture, and garage. Then, using a larger crane, they carefully removed a huge sidewalk tree entangled in multiple electrical lines. They honored their original quoted price to me, and they only charged me a nominal additional fee for extra stump grindings I requested AFTER the original quote. I had asked them to grind 2 preexisting stumps that were very close to the foundation of the house and to the garage, and I had not asked for a definite quote, because there was no way to know in advance how difficult this would be; but because Chris was so professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and experienced, I trusted him to charge me an honest price, which he did. They placed protective mats over the lawn, A/Cs, & against the siding on the garage to prevent damage. Afterwards, they raked, picked up branches, blew away all the sawdust, and hauled off the tree trunks for recycling. Any passersby wouldn’t be able to tell that I had had any tree work done, because they left it all so clean. Best of all, they employed so many safety measures that I never feared that anyone would get hurt, despite this being a very dangerous job. Chris is also an arborist, a tree expert, whom I had consulted previously, to determine whether any of my trees were diseased and posed a hazard. He thoughtfully examined my trees and selected only the trees that were beyond saving, as well as determined the likely diagnoses for the tree diseases. I would absolutely hire CC Tree Service the next time I need an arborist or tree trimming and removal service. They were impressive, met all deadlines, were VERY reasonably priced, and they far exceeded my expectations. They were honest, safe, insured professionals with excellent communication skills, safeguarded my property, and they cleaned up after themselves!"
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+8

Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Figuemax Tree Service LLC
Figuemax Tree Service LLC
4.8(
76
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a locally owned company and we take pride in our attention to detail and safety. We deliver high level of safety and quality work; while simultaneously operating at maximum efficiency. Associates are well trained and we ensure comprehensive customer service and a positive work environment.

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Response time4 days
Response rate85%
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Palm tree stumps can take as long as seven to ten years to rot naturally. Whereas some tree stumps rot within a year, palm trees tend to last longer due to their deep root networks. Chemical rotting (described above) can help speed the process up so your palm tree stumps rot in under two months.

There are a few general rules to follow that will help you prune your trees correctly. One of the most important rules is to prune during the correct season for the type of tree you have. Typically, pruning should be during late winter. For younger trees, you should not remove more than a ⅓ of the tree's crown when pruning. Also, remember to remove dead and diseased branches first, then proceed with pruning the rest of the tree.

Lightning can cause massive damage, fires, and openings for other threats like bugs or fungal diseases. Barring any large fires or explosions, it’s difficult to tell how much damage a lightning strike has done until after a thorough inspection. Contact local authorities immediately if lightning strikes a tree in your yard and it causes a fire or explosion.

Yes, the same rules discussed above apply to your neighbor: They can trim one of your trees as long as they’re only cutting the portion that extends into their property. Your neighbor is not allowed to access your property without permission, nor can they cut past the property line. 

Dead tree branches should be removed, because they can cause the tree to lose nutrients. They can also make the tree more susceptible to disease and pests. Removing dead and diseased branches can help the tree recover and increase the odds of saving a dying tree. Make sure to prune the tree correctly to avoid damaging it further.

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