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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
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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
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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%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

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Response time2 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
Avatar for Brancato Stump Grinding
Brancato Stump Grinding
5.0(
8
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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 by37%of homeowners
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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"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Upstate New York Tree Service
3.6(
156
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Clay, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Upstate Tree Service to trim and shape my Japanese Cherry tree which was way overgrown. Lonny was so nice and very professional. The tree was so large they had to use a bucket truck to trim it. My husband was afraid that if the truck went on the lawn it would ruin our grass. They did go on the lawn but youâ d never know it. Our tree came out beautiful and I will definitely use them again."
Response time3 days
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Transporting a fully-grown tree requires heavy equipment, typically specialized for the task. A tree spade is a truck-mounted tool that removes the tree from the ground in one location, transports it, and places it in a new hole in a new location. A combination of mechanized shovels and lifts is necessary to move very large trees, and the exact tools often depend on location and the surrounding area.

You may need permission to take a tree down. Check with your local ordinances about rules regarding tree removal and to gain any necessary permits. Check with your local ordinances or the fire department if you plan to burn the stump. Make sure you have all the steps in place before removing the tree, or contact a local tree removal service.

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. 

Pruning is an effective way to prevent a diseased branch from infecting the rest of the tree. If the infection isn’t caught early enough and the pathogen has spread to the trunk or the majority of the branches though, it is too late to prune off the affected areas and you’ll likely need to remove the tree.

The best time to trim trees is in late fall through winter when the tree has slowed its growing for the year. Cold weather stops insects and fungal growth from attacking a new tree wound. Summer and fall are considered the worst times to trim trees, but it’s permissible in certain scenarios, such as tree disease, damaged branches, or small, aesthetic cuts.

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