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Top-Rated Arborists in Clay - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Nick the Tree Expert
Nick the Tree Expert
5.0(
54
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend Nick and his crew. I had a very large oak that needed a heavy prune and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Prompt, communicated the process, and he and his crew were very professional. Cleanup was thorough and price was reasonable considering the size of the job. A true arborist who knows his craft and not a hack, would 100% use again and recommend to anyone who needs his services. Thanks gentlemen!"
Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Highland Tree Service
Highland Tree Service
4.8(
103
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These are the guys you want to hire for your tree service. Justin and his crew are quick, efficient, respectful of the properties theyâ re working on and go above and beyond - all while offering extremely reasonable pricing. There are a lot of options out there for tree service, but these guys are a tier above the rest because they take genuine pride in their work and arenâ t just trying to make a quick buck. Happy to say theyâ ll be my go-to for tree/property service in the area."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Bear Track Logging
Bear Track Logging
4.8(
26
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The trimming went well. The Crew was respectful and courteous. I will sum it up this way, these guys know what they are doing. I would not hesitate referring this company to people needing tree services."
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service Brewerton, NY
Tree Service

+167

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ames Tree Service, Inc.
Ames Tree Service, Inc.
4.9(
21
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a large group of very tall dead ash trees removed. The trees were located in a difficult location, but they did a fantastic job of removing all the trees, with everything cleaned up. Also, the price was reasonable, especially considering the magnitude of the job."
Tree trimming
Tree trimming
Lot clearing start
Lot clearing middle
Lot clearing finished

+17

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Muolo's Tree Service
Muolo's Tree Service
4.8(
22
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Paul was very personable and knowledgeable. He cut down several dead, very tall old trees in the back of our lot. It was done efficiently. The trees were cut down and taken away and debris cleaned up sufficiently. I would recommend Muolo's Tree Service and if need further tree removal in the future will most likely be calling on his again."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for M.Snyder Construction
M.Snyder Construction
4.8(
19
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike Snyder did some work and care on our house in Auburn. We live out of town and he went above and beyond taking care of us. He is reliable, gives reasonable quotes and does excellent work. We have upcoming repairs needed on our house and will be using him again."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Avatar for Highland Tree Service llc
Highland Tree Service llc
4.4(
23
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with Highland Tree Service. Justin and his crew were professional, arrived on time, and did an excellent job removing two trees and trimming several others on my property. They worked safely, cleaned up all the branches and debris, and left the work area clean when they were finished. Communication with Ashley in the office was excellent from start to finish. She was friendly, responsive, and made the entire process easy. Their pricing was fair, and the level of customer service was outstanding. I highly recommend Highland Tree Service to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality tree removal and tree trimming services."
Job sit
Job sit
Job sit
Job sit
Job sit

+73

Response time2 days
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
Avatar for Brancato Stump Grinding
Brancato Stump Grinding
5.0(
9
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with Brancatos Stump Grinding was awesome. The owner was able to fit me into his schedule almost immediately and when he showed up he was very professional and made our yard look amazing with all the stumps he ground. 10/10 would recommend."
Before and Afters
Before and Afters
Stump grinding
Response time2 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by44%of homeowners
Avatar for Earth Tenders Tree Care LLC
Earth Tenders Tree Care LLC
4.6(
58
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I almost took a Star away because he showed up 90 minutes later than the originally discussed time. But the work was done quickly and efficiently, even cutting back a little more than proposed so neighbors tree no longer overhangs my driveway/property line. And he cleaned up nice. Would hire again"
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Rock salt or Epsom salt can damage and kill tree roots over several weeks and can even assist in removing the tree's stump. However, you need to drill holes or cut into the stump and surface tree roots to inject them properly with the salt. Repeat the process every two weeks until the roots visibly rot away.

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.

You should not trim an oak tree in the summer. Oak trees are especially susceptible to disease, and open tree wounds are an invitation for beetles that carry tree-killing fungus. If there’s no risk that the oak tree will do damage to your property or hurt someone, it’s best to save the trimming for fall or winter. If you can, seal the wound with latex to prevent fungus from getting inside.

Unless it’s dead or dangerous, think twice about cutting down a tree in your yard. They’re good for health, well-being, wildlife, and the environment. Plus, local authorities often have regulations prohibiting the removal of trees, especially protected species or individual trees with historical value.

Most plum trees are pruned into a vase or open wine glass shape. They’ll have a shorter central leader (the trunk) that supports three to four main branches. Of course, this isn't always the case. If you have a European plum tree, you can grow it in a pyramid shape. Let the central leader extend the length of the tree and prune smaller branches to create the pyramid.

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