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Top-Rated Arborists in Ballston Spa - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Arborist Advantage, Inc.
Arborist Advantage, Inc.
4.7(
66
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We hired Arborist Advantage to remove dead trees and grind stumps on our property. Josh had several informative suggestions on how to proceed with our project and accomplish our goals. His crew worked efficiently and safely in a professional manner from start to finish. Cleanup was excellent. We highly recommend Josh and his crew for any kind of tree removal work."
Tree work
Tree work
Tree work
Tree removal
The removal

+1

Response time2 days
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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D&P Property Management
4.8(
184
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Tree Removal

Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very friendly, prompt and professional. My back yard had a few really big trees and they were able to get all of the trees cut down and removed within a few hours. Highly recommend using D&P."
Tree Removal
Tree Temoval
start of removal
start of take down
work completerd

+130

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sams Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
99
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sam’s Tree Service did a great job trimming my two large oak trees. The crew was professional, polite, efficient, skilled, and affordable. I would use them again and highly recommend this company."
Bucket Truck Work
Removing branches to get put into the chipper!
Brett cutting a tree to be removed!
Finished cutting down a pine tree!
Starting up the chipper!

+9

Response time1 day
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
Avatar for ER Tree Service
ER Tree Service
4.6(
284
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing! Attention to detail, thorough and fantastic. Trimmed 4 oak trees and some side trees. Very professional, friendly and hard working. From first contact to completed job they were very responsive and kept us informed. Highly recommend them."
tree removal
tree removal
tree removal
tree removal
tree removal

+2

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Capital Pro Tree Removal
Capital Pro Tree Removal
4.9(
29
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Brandon and his crew are fantastic - friendly, professional, reliable. They removed 4 trees, ground the stumps, and trimmed up 3 others that we wanted to keep but needed the dead wood removed. Their level of communication is refreshing and they did a great job cleaning up. Competitively priced on top of it. Would recommend every time. Our new go-to tree guys! Thank you!"
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ALBANY: BEFORE
ALBANY: CHIPPING
Before
After

+2

Response time2 days
94 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by3%of homeowners
Avatar for Spence's Tree Care
Spence's Tree Care
4.2(
28
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After dealing with numerous tree removal services who failed to keep appointments, i finally contacted Spence’s who promptly responded, removed the tree in a professional manner. The prices were competitive and the employees were professional and competent. The tree was removed expeditiously and the grounds cleaned well. I highly recommend them."
Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for Day and Sons Enterprises LLC
Day and Sons Enterprises LLC
4.7(
12
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Ballston Spa, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ryan has provided top-notch service in taking care of my mother-in-law‘s house – mowing, trimming, plowing, etc., and has always been attentive and responding to any requests. I highly recommend this service."
Mulch
Mulch
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

While the fastest way to kill a tree is to simply cut it down, there are several other methods to choose from. You should hire a professional tree removal service to cut down a tree to ensure your personal and property safety. Some slower but effective options include treating or grinding the tree stump or using a basal bark treatment. 

Trees should be pruned every two to five years, depending on its age and type. Young trees should be inspected and pruned every two to three years. Mature trees should be inspected and trimmed every three to five years, and fruit trees should be pruned annually with a careful eye on seasonal growth. Evergreens typically don’t need pruning, unless branches or limbs are damaged, diseased, or harboring pests.

A standard tree removal doesn’t include stump grinding. If you want your contractor to remove your tree and grind the stump, you must pay an extra charge. That said, you’ll likely save on the cost of stand-alone service—especially if it’s a small tree and they can finish both jobs in a single trip.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Unfortunately, if you cut the top off a palm tree, it will die. Instead of budding or branching out, the top begins to slowly rot. That's why having a professional tree trimming at least twice a year is a good idea. If you don’t have experience with trimming your palm tree, you might accidentally cut the top off, leaving a dead and rotting tree in your wake.

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