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Top-Rated Arborists in Milford - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Element Landscaping
Element Landscaping
4.9(
42
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Milford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Element Landscaping to prune some apple trees at my home, 2 young trees that needed some expertise to shape and a very old tree that still puts out apples but has seen better days. Jake Hoag did an *amazing* job with all of them! He was very thoughtful about keeping a balanced shape on the trees while trimming away what was needed to keep them healthy. They look beautiful already and I can't wait to see them bloom in the spring! In addition to great pruning, Jake was professional and maintained great communication. I would definitely hire him again."
Orhcard Pruning
Orhcard Pruning
Orhcard Pruning
Orhcard Pruning
Orhcard Pruning

+55

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by58%of homeowners
Avatar for Hilts Tree Service, LLC
Hilts Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
51
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Milford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience with Hilts Tree Service. Communication was excellent from the estimate through the completion of the job. They removed four trees from our property, including trees very close to the house, and did an excellent job with both the removal and stump grinding. They were professional, careful around the house and underground utilities, and left the property clean when they were finished. Melissa was also extremely responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. Very reasonable pricing for the quality of the work. Highly recommended!"
Tree removal/trimming
Tree removal/trimming
Tree removal/trimming
Tree removal/trimming
Tree removal/trimming

+87

Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ackley Tree Service
Ackley Tree Service
5.0(
4
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Milford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ackley Tree Service responded right away, showed up in two days, did all the work specified (and then some) cleaned up very effectively and were pleasant to deal with. Highly recommended for storm damage or any other tree work you might need."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Riffle Lawn Care & More
Riffle Lawn Care & More
5.0(
1
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Tree Trimming

Serving Milford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Absolutely fabulous! I had an overgrown lawn about 3ft high and they didn’t even blink! Just said no problem! They were also the only people I called that actually answered their phone.& I didn’t have to leave a msg with a computer prompt that kept cutting me off. They even came to ck out the job first. It was a huge job and they are miracle workers. I will be utilizing their services for years to come. 10 stars! Definitely recommend them."
Ballston Spa
Ballston Spa
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Zekes Helping Hand
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Milford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

At 24, I’ve built a strong foundation in outdoor property services, running my own lawn care and junk removal business since receiving my driver’s license. What started as a way to enjoy working outdoors and earn reliable side income has grown into a dependable operation focused on quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. With years of hands-on experience managing physical work, scheduling routes, and delivering consistent results for homeowners, I’m now expanding my services to include professional pet waste removal—helping dog owners maintain clean, safe yards without the hassle. I take pride in reliable, respectful service and turning necessary chores into something customers don’t have to worry about.

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Untamed Property Care
New to Angi
Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Milford, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

At Untamed Property Care, our goal is simple: Take Your Property Back!\n\nBased in the Blossvale and Rome, NY area, we provide dependable property services to help homeowners clean up, maintain, and improve their properties. Our services include lawn mowing and trimming, leaf cleanup, brush and small-tree clearing, woods-edge and trail cleanup, driveway maintenance, and residential snow removal.\n\nWe welcome small jobs and take pride in honest communication, fair pricing, reliable service, and treating every property with care and respect. Whether you need a one-time cleanup or seasonal maintenance, we’re ready to help your property look its best.\n\nLocally based and serving Blossvale, Rome, Camden, Lee, Taberg, Verona, Floyd, and surrounding areas.\n\n

Small land clearing
Small land clearing
Avatar for Franks Tree Service
Franks Tree Service
4.7(
23
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Milford, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"He does very good job. Listens to what you need done. He was only going to trim the white birch, but found a very large rotten spot so I told him to down the tree. cleaned up all around the lawn and driveway. Very knowledgeable polite young man. I will recommend him to every one. He has completed two jobs and will do two more this fall. Doris Wayman"
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate92%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

Horticulturist is a broad term for any type of plant and soil expert. An arborist, meanwhile, specializes in all aspects of tree care. You should hire an arborist when you need assistance with tree-related tasks, such as pruning large trees, removing trees, diagnosing a sick tree, or emergency tree services. Horticulturists aren’t qualified to handle those types of tasks.

Permits are often required for large tree removals, especially in urban areas or for protected species, ensuring regulation compliance and neighbor safety.

It depends on the problem, the affected part of the tree, the risk of the pathogen spreading, and the overall health of your tree. Many diseases, fungal infections, and insect infestations can be successfully treated, especially if the issue is only in a few branches. However, if a disease is too widespread, too severe, too easily spread, or in the roots, the tree will likely need to be removed.

Yes, the same rules discussed above apply to your neighbor: They can trim one of your trees as long as they’re only cutting the portion that extends into their property. Your neighbor is not allowed to access your property without permission, nor can they cut past the property line. 

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