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Top-Rated Tree service pros in Clayton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Smitty's Tree Service LLC
Smitty's Tree Service LLC
5.0(
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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

"The owner Anthony & his crew was very professional from beginning to end. They removed several large trees & stumps from my property . Anthony also cut my lawn & mulched for me for several summersâ ¦ His prices are very reasonable .I would highly recommend him for all you Landscaping & tree services"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate98%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

"Franco’s tree service cut down 2 trees for me and i am more than satisfied with the work they did. From start to finish they were fantastic. Anthony came out to give me my initial quote and was very professional and courteous and his quote was very fair for the work that needed to be done. After accepting the quote Franco’s continued to be very professional by keeping in contact as far as when they would do the work . On the day they did the work Anthony was there to insure his crew knew exactly what needed to be done. The crew was there on time and went right to work. The crew was very hardworking and courteous and completed the job quickly and cleaned up as if they were never even there. I highly recommend Franco’s for their tree services use them and you’ll be happy too!"
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Response time5 hrs
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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

"My experience with R&B Tree Services couldnâ t have been better! They were easy to get in touch with and they communicated frequently about every part of the process. I appreciate that they came to see what needed to be done and provided a free estimate. They were very professional and got the job done quickly and carefully. They did such a good job, everything looked great when it was done and they left no debris behind. I would definitely use their services again!"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Captain's Tree Service LLC
4.3(
43
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Clayton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called for an estimate and John came out the next day. The work was completed to the highest standards within two weeks of the estimate. Everyone was professional and pleasant. I would highly recommend Captains Tree Service"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

"An excellent tree service company. Highly recommended. First, the owner stopped by to see the job. He was courteous and prompt. He provided a quote that same day. The price was very reasonable. On the scheduled date the team arrived and once again we reviewed the project in detail. In a matter of a few hours, they were done and they left the entire front yard clean. The entire team was courteous as well and they were respectful of the property. I will definitely use them again!"
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Response time4 days
Response rate85%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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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 @ CC responded quickly to my estimate request, came out to estimate quickly, and his crew came out as soon as time allowed to perform the work. The workers did a great job of removing the trees, grinding the stumps, and cleaning up. I was impressed with the time they took to setup & remove equipment in a way that minimized any damage to my lawn. Chris is very responsive and good to work with. I am glad I went with CC!"
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

Most trees can be successfully transplanted while they are young, but pines, walnuts, and some oak tree varieties are more difficult to move because their root systems grow deeper than most other trees. Also, trees adapted to sandy soil with wide root systems like beeches, willows, and aspens are harder to dig out because their roots spread much farther out from the trunk. In these cases, unless the trees are very young and small, it’s a good idea to consult a tree planting professional.

Any cutting of tree roots can hurt or kill a tree, which is why it's recommended you don’t do it unless the roots are damaging or invasive on a nearby structure like your home. You should never cut more than 15 percent of above-ground tree roots at one time. If you have any questions about cutting tree roots, contact your local arborist.

A grafted tree is a tree grown by combining two trees. It takes expertise. Branches from grafted trees don’t grow strong roots. Save yourself the time and frustration by having an arborist help you with this advanced project.  

You can often tell if a tree is grafted because it will have a noticeable line. Above the line, the bark will look different than it does below the line. It’s most common with fruit trees.

Tree pruning is a common and helpful tree maintenance technique that involves carefully cutting and trimming unwanted branches so that the tree can continue to grow and thrive. Pruning is done carefully and intentionally. Tree topping is a frowned-upon method that involves removing and cutting most or the entirety of the top of the tree, including structurally important branches.

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