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Top-Rated Arborists in Nelsonville - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for WILLOWTREE ARBORISTS
WILLOWTREE ARBORISTS
5.0(
15
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Nelsonville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, responsive, professional service. We had a large locust tree and a medium sized pine removed promptly after the insured conract was signed. This is definatly an up and coming arborist company in the area, and will recieve business from myself in the future for all projects small and big."
Large Locust Medium Pine
Large Locust Medium Pine
Large Locust Medium Pine
Large Locust Medium Pine
Large Locust Medium Pine

+27

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Orozco Landscaping & Tree Service
Orozco Landscaping & Tree Service
4.7(
125
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Nelsonville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Do not hesitate to use this service. The owner is excellent in communicating the process, cost, and length of time to completion. I will definitely call Orozco Landscaping & Tree Service in the future! A+++++"
Removal Tree
Removal Tree
Removel Stump Grinding
Removel Stump Grinding
Removel Stump Grinding

+26

Response time7 hrs
Response rate89%
76 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Salazar and Sons INC
4.7(
33
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Nelsonville, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't say enough positive things about this group. They were punctual, professional, and showed great attention to detail. And they offered very competitive pricing to boot! They worked all day on my yard, eliminating and removing 2 large oak trees, an extremely tall hickory tree, 9 pine trees, and a "widow-maker" deciduous tree in 100 degree heat. My kids and I tried to bring them food, drinks, chairs, etc... , but we had to be EXTREMELY forceful for them to accept our offering. I'm very tight-fisted with money, but I opted to tip over $400 because of my appreciation and respect for the work they performed."
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+20

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Not all evergreen conifers need to be pruned, but some do. Pruning pine trees is not necessary, but you can do so during June and July if you wish. On the other hand, spruce, firs, and junipers do need to be pruned from late winter to early spring.

You may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

A general rule is that trees need 10 gallons of water for each inch of the tree’s diameter. For large trees, that can amount to approximately 160 gallons of water or more. Watering big trees to this extent can take quite a bit of time using a hose. For this reason, you may consider installing a soaker hose or sprinkler system to make the job easier.  

You can remove a small tree from your yard if there’s space for the tree to fall, you have the right tools and safety equipment, and you follow a clear plan of action. You’ll just want to follow the steps above carefully, and ideally, you will have experience doing similar tasks. If you have any doubts that you can do this project safely, though, you should hire a pro.

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