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Top-Rated Arborists in Shaker Heights - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for MS Tree Service
MS Tree Service
4.7(
87
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Shaker Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The estimate was a good discussion. He's an Arborist which was really helpful. The work was fast and the next day. The workers friendly and responsive to a request I made. They cleaned up the yard well. Looking forward to the stump-grinding which is scheduled. Thank you very much!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Set Apart Tree
4.9(
120
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Shaker Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This was, by far, one of the best experiences. They were very professional; kept me updated on time, etc,BUT what sets the apart from all others is tge job they did. Just incredible. I had just moved in to a rental, but I wanted the house to look clean and well taken care of. There were some weeds taller than the windows. There was Poison Ivy and all those weeds were choking out any good plants. They cleaned it all out, cut trees, removed bushes, trimmed bushes, raked the flower beds and hauled it all away. 7 hrs of work! I cannot say enough great things about this company. There are a few more bushes I'd like taken out, but need to get the landlords permission first. If that happens, i will definitely contact Set Apart Tree."
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Response time1 day
Response rate87%
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Robert Tree Service, LLC
4.4(
102
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Shaker Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Second job he has done for us and as before very efficient and had plenty of help. Knows his stuff and has excellent safety measures place for all his workers. I would highly recommend. He had to have a crane at one of the sites and got into a very small space between houses. I would have him do any job"
Response time5 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Al's Tree Service LLC
5.0(
7
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Shaker Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Al's Tree Service LLC provides expert tree care and maintenance in Painesville, OH, ensuring healthy, beautiful landscapes with professional service and attention to detail. For more information, call us now! \n \nWe serve in Painesville, OH, Grand River Village OH; Mentor-on-the-Lake OH; Kirtland OH; Chardon OH; Fairport Harbor Village OH; and the surrounding areas. \n \nTree Service, Tree Trimming, Tree Stump Grinding, Tree Removal Service, Affordable Tree Service \nProfessional Tree Service, Reliable Tree Service, Affordable Tree Service, Quality Tree Service, Trusted Tree Service, Tree Trimming, Stump Grinder, Pruning, Stump Grinding Service, Professional Stump Grinding, Quality Stump Grinding, Affordable Stump Grinding, Professional Tree Trimming \n \nFor more information visit our website: https://treeservicepainesville.com/ \n \nWe also accept the following payment methods: Cash, Invoice, Insurance

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Protego Investments, LLC
5.0(
10
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Shaker Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Protego Investments LLC believes in honesty, integrity and thoughtfulness in all that we do. Providing prompt and professional services from landscape maintenance and mowing to tree and haul away and many projects in between. You can rest assured that the job will be done with your satisfaction in mind. Call today for a free quote.

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Friesen Family Renovations, LLC
4.7(
45
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Shaker Heights, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are a family ran and owned business that covers the Central and Northeastern parts of Ohio. . We have been in this business for over 10 years, and specialize in everything under your roof, including but not limited to; drywall, painting, plumbing, electrical, flooring, hardwood refinishing, garage repair, sliding glass door repair, and much more. We also offer basic exterior work such as gutter cleaning, power washing, deck repairs, and stucco repair. We also offer a guarantee at 1 year minimum warranty on all work we have completed. We take pride in meeting our clients needs and schedules in order to make you need to do as little as possible. We guarantee that you are our number one priority all the way through job completion, will offer you high quality and the most competitive price and that we will go above and beyond to make sure no ends are left undone. We sincerely enjoy what we do, and we look forward to helping you with your next project!

Response time2 days
Response rate98%
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Trees are beneficial to the environment and wildlife. If you have an old tree, but it’s healthy, it may be best to avoid cutting it down. However, if it’s showing signs of bug infestation, disease, or is potentially hazardous, then you should contact a tree removal company to cut it down. 

If you are unsure whether you should have it removed or not, then speak with an arborist to determine what is best.

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

Stump grinding consists of removing the visible part of the stump, but the roots remain intact. Depending on the tree and root system, the roots may still grow after stump grinding. If you are concerned about root growth and damage, you may want to consider having a stump removed completely.

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