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

Avatar for Nature Services, Inc.
Nature Services, Inc.
4.4(
969
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Tree Removal

Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The workers came at the time specified and got right to work. It was evident that they had much experience and that was made evident in the quality of their work. Based on other tree services there pricing was very reasonable. I would highly recommend this service."
Response time6 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Mastership Tree Service
5.0(
21
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very please with Mastership tree service- came today done in a flash taking away a fallen dead tree. He was very knowledgeable about trees when he came to see the job I called for and that impressed me. Alex keeps his promise by texting or phone and offered a very very affordable price . will defiantly use his service again."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
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+25

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Bernie Tree Service LLC
Bernie Tree Service LLC
4.7(
148
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bernieâ s tree service is amazing! Iâ ve used them twice and will continue to use them in the future. The owner is very personable and comes out on every estimate. Overall, they care for your situation and it also helps that they are very reasonable with their prices. I recommend Bernieâ s tree service to all my friends and they havenâ t been dissatisfied yet."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Stump Grinder
Car for service or estimate
Tree Removal

+4

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
95 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Robert Tree Services
Robert Tree Services
3.8(
391
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Tree Removal

Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had considered trying to remove a tree next to my garage by myself. After seeing the equipment and skill needed to fell this tree safely, I am very glad I hired Robert Tree. Great service and a fair price and they left the work area spotless. Highly recommended."
Tree service
Tree service
Tree service
Response time8 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Amazing Tree Services LLC
Amazing Tree Services LLC
4.5(
87
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing Tree Services, owner Mauricio and his entire crew are exceptional at what they do, very professional, knowledgeable, get the job done fast, clean up and have your property looking cleaner than when they started, and the most important thing great prices, he will most likely beat anyone's price in the business. Just a pleasure to do business with, I have already had 3 trees removed and will be using them once again for my 4th and final tree in the very near future, kudos to Mauricio and his workers for another job well done."
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+9

Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Beucler Tree Experts LLC
Beucler Tree Experts LLC
4.8(
28
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Clifton, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Beucler for an estimate on removal of two tree stumps. There was one very large stump in our backyard and a smaller stump in our side yard. I left a message and received a call back immediately. They came by while we were at work to look at the tree stumps we wanted removed and left an estimate in our mailbox. The estimate was reasonable and we called them back to schedule a time. We didn't need to be home for the work to be done, so we scheduled a day the following week for them to come by and grind up the stumps. Very happy with the work that was done, the price and the timeliness. Was so easy since we didn't need to be home for them to provide an estimate or do the work. Would use them again for tree work, and would recommend them to neighbors.
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+2

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

Whether tree roots will continue to grow after a tree has been cut down depends on the species. Some tree roots will eventually die because they can no longer get nutrients through photosynthesis. However, other species that reproduce through root sprouts can continue to grow and produce new sprouts for seven years or more. For example, the roots of elms, ficus, and willows tend to regrow aggressively, while the roots of pines, oaks, and maples will typically die. To determine if a root system is still active, look for new sprouts on the old trunk, stump, or any exposed roots.

If a disease has attacked and destroyed the roots, then the tree may fall over as soon as it has died or while part of it is still alive. Trees that die with their roots left in place tend to stay standing for much longer, but those roots will decay eventually, allowing gravity to do the rest.

Tree roots are hearty and complex systems, so they don’t die immediately after the rest of the tree is removed. If you leave the root system in place, it takes anywhere from two to seven years for it to run out of nutrients. It is worth noting, however, that the roots stop growing and expanding after cutting down the rest of the tree.

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