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Top-Rated Arborists in Scotia - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Minimally Invasive Tree Removal
Minimally Invasive Tree Removal
4.8(
74
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"MICTS was a perfect fit for my project. We cut nearly 90 trees. They have a small nimble loader that minimized damage to other trees and vegetation while working in tight spaces. Will is incredibly knowledgeable, professional, accommodating, and was a pleasure to work with. The crew was also easy to work with and did a professional job. I will recommend MICTS to anyone for sure."
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2022 Tree Removal Pics

+7

Response time2 days
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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G & G Landscaping
4.9(
129
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend G & G Landscape Design! They removed several very tall pine trees, cleared out overgrown bushes, and installed a beautiful wooden fence on my property. From start to finish, their communication was excellent—they kept me informed throughout the entire process and were always quick to answer questions. The crew was professional, courteous, and clearly took pride in their work. The tree and brush removal was completed efficiently, and the fence installation exceeded my expectations. The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and the finished project has completely transformed my yard. If you’re looking for a company with exceptional customer service, great communication, and high-quality work, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them. I’m extremely happy with the results!"
Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Sams Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
97
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sam's Tree Service made quick work of limbing large Pines and Hardwood trees that involved, climbing, roping, lifts. His crew respected my property and completed a 6 hour job in 3.5 hours with full cleanup and maintained a high level of safety and professionalism all at a reasonable rate."
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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
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by49%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 Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a triple trunk, huge silver maple in our back yard that needed to come down. Its location made access and removal tricky. We started this project 3 years ago and waited for someone to actually keep their promise of showing up to do the job. In total, we had spoken to 8 Tree Service Companies, but they kept ghosting us, and we determined they just didn’t want the job. Finally we found ER Tree Services. Edwin was great at communicating with us, agreed to remove our tree within 2 weeks and kept his word. His team showed up on time, went right to work and masterfully took down this huge tree. The workers were professional, polite and careful in the falling of the tree and the removal of all the debris. Our backyard look great when they finished their clean-up. Several neighbors reached out, saying how amazed they were watching this crew work with such skill and synchronicity. We absolutely can’t say enough positive things about Edwin and his team. They are the only Tree Service we would ever recommend"
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+2

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

Serving Scotia, 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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+2

Response time2 days
112 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 RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Scotia, 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 Scotia, 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."
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30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
Avatar for Capri Precision Landscaping
Capri Precision Landscaping
5.0(
8
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Tree Trimming

Serving Scotia, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Capri Precision Landscaping is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.\nIt can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job, but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you are going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs, and different schedules. We are not only here to turn your ideas into reality, but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

Response time1 day
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

A tree branch should start to form roots in about three months. It can take about a year for a tree branch to develop roots strong enough to go in the ground. For best results, start several branches because, no matter how closely you follow instructions, they won’t all form roots. Compost any that aren’t thriving.

Unfortunately, palm tree stumps are one of the most difficult types to remove due to how their roots grow. Unlike other trees, palm tree roots grow horizontally and vertically. Palm tree roots grow as deep as three feet into the ground, although soil and growing conditions could mean they go as far as 50 inches into the earth. 

If you want to be able to repurpose the grass in the area where you removed a stump later, you’ll have to dig quite deep—and perhaps wide—to trim away all the roots.

If an arborist is certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), the highest level of certification available is ISA Board Certified Master Arborist. According to the ISA, this credential is reserved for arborists “who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.” Check your arborist’s credentials before hiring to confirm their level of training and expertise.

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

Light-bark trees are most notorious for producing lots of sap when wounded. These varieties include maples, birches, poplars, dogwoods, magnolias, and elms, and they will bleed more when the trees are dormant. That’s why it’s a good idea to prune them in the summer months rather than waiting until winter.

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