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Top-Rated Arborists in Tompkins - Updated Nov 2026

Deyo's Tree Service, LLC
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"review for Bob Deyo We had  a 120 year old silver maple tree in our backyard that was growing really close to our house.  We wanted to figure out if we should prune it back or take down the tree entirely. A person at Cornell recommended Deyo's Tree Service to us. We got several quotes from different companies, and we were so impressed with Bob's experience and knowledge. Of all the companies we contacted, Bob was the only one who insisted that our tree had to come down because it was dangerous for us. Well, a few days later, we hired a certified arborist and he said that the tree couldn't be saved and should be taken down for safety reasons. We are so grateful that Bob insisted that we take the tree down. Other companies were trying to save the tree, but if we had listened to them, we would have put our lives at risk! We are so thankful that we had Bob's expertise.Â"
Response time1 day
Response rate87%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Lawn lovers landscaping
New to Angi
Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

I'm Darren I have 10 years of construction experience I'm OSHA certified I offer many services including lawn and property maintenance, tree service, junk removal, excavating and more. I service Scranton Pa, wilkesbarre Pa, Tunkhannock PA, and surrounding areas and also Binghamton NY vestal NY, and owego NY, \n

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Michael Decker Logging and Tree Service
5.0(
49
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very friendly. Organized, arrived on time. Answered my questions and gave me the best quote in the area. They worked safely and removed 4 maples trees near the house. The job was done in one day and I am very pleased. I would highly recommend Michael to anyone who is a perfectionist and values good customer service, a fast response and job completion above and beyond expectation. He even cleaned up any wood chips and small branches left over from a recent storm. There was absolutely nothing I had to do. Thank you Mike!"
Pine Tree
Pine Tree
Very Tall Pine Tree
Very Tall Pine Tree
Honey Locust Tree

+4

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Alpha Cuts Tree Service
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"On time, on budget. Difficult tree removal (2x) that were dropped perfectly and cleaned up. Within a few days you couldn’t even tell the work had been done. Very professional and friendly. Highly recommend."
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Cherry Hill Tree Service
5.0(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"They were quick to respond to my request on Angi and they did a fantastic job grinding a couple stumps for me. I felt their price was very reasonable and they went right to work as soon as I agreed to their estimate. They did exactly what the they said in the estimate which was exactly what I needed to have done. They did a quality job and I am very satisfied with their work. I will hire them again. Added bonus was that they were very nice to work with and they made it fun for my dogs. The whole experience was a joy."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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ARBOR PRO TREE MANAGEMENT LLC
5.0(
2
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Tompkins, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh and his crew were on time both days of the job took. Very friendly, knowledgeable and willing go the extra mile!! One of the tree pieces came down and broke our deck railing, they not only fixed it but it looks better than before. Please call Josh if you need any trees trimmed or removed!!"
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

The amount of time it takes for a tree trunk to rot depends on several factors, including the tree’s size, species, and environmental conditions. It can take anywhere from a few years to several decades for a tree’s trunk to rot. A tree stump, on the other hand, can take up to 10 years to disappear after it’s decayed naturally.

For trimming trees, your best tool is a pair of pruning shears or loppers. Both options work best for branches that are under 3 inches in diameter. Trimming trees with a larger diameter may require a robust tool like a small chainsaw or a handsaw, so take into account your tree’s diameter when deciding between tools.

Absolutely. These steps are significantly easier, too, especially when it comes to preserving the root ball and moving the palm tree. However, you will want to make sure the tree has plenty of fertilizer to establish itself and start growing. Supports may also be more important, as it can take extra time for a potted palm to spread out its roots. If you are transferring a palm to another pot, you’ll want to move up a size or two to a larger pot. Make sure the pot has excellent drainage to keep the palm from getting waterlogged.

The costs vary from $250 to $5,000 per tree, depending on the size, complexity of the trimming, and labor.

Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.

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