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Top-Rated Arborists in Wilmington - Updated Nov 2026

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George's Tree & Landscaping Services
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Wilmington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"George came out and quoted much lower than other companies. I asked when can they do it he stated all the equipment was there and would do it right away!! Completely amazing I would definitely hire again. They cleaned up so well that you wouldn't know they were there."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Quality Stump Removal
5.0(
32
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Wilmington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Doug did a great job removing 3 stumps in our yard after the storm. We compared to other companies, and he was the most prompt and reasonable in giving the estimate. He is also the most knowledgeable. We got a quote right away and scheduled it for the following week. Our yard looks so much better!"
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+1

Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vancil's Expert Tree Service
5.0(
6
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Wilmington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I was really pleased with the work I had done from Vancil’s Expert Tree Service! After getting a few quotes from other companies, I thought I wouldn’t be able to afford having my tree trimmed because I was quoted outrageous prices from other companies. A friend recommended this tree service so I gave them a call and they were able to come give me a quote that was significantly lower than the other quotes I had received. The crew came and got the job done the very next day which I was very thankful for because every time we have a storm branches fall in my yard and driveway. TJ and his crew were very friendly and knowledgeable and the cleanup exceeded my expectations. Very happy I found this company and I have already recommended them to my family members!!!!"
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+10

26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MezzaPro Tree Company
4.4(
7
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Wilmington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an excellent job, very courteous and efficient from project quote to finished job. Thought it would take all day, but was done in 3.5 hours. Clean up was great and they even gave me a few slices of the tree."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
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Ideal Cut & Trim LLC
4.8(
4
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Wilmington, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ideal Cut & Trim LLC responded to my request for a quote immediately. I was able to share pictures of the project and received a quote same day. They scheduled me for the following day, the Sunday before Memorial Day no less. They arrived on time, checked in with me during the job to make sure I was happy with their work and they removed all rubbish. Richard was friendly and professional. I would recommend them for their work."
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Trimming tree really close to house used rope and truck to pull limb away from the house
Had to cut this tree in sections to remove it due to its location. Used plywood to protect the fence.
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

If you’re planning on keeping the tree, unless the roots are invasive, there’s no need to remove them, as doing so can cause damage to the tree. If the tree has been cut down and the stump and roots are left, grinding and removing the stump can cause root decay for some species. For other species, the stump and roots will need to be removed to prevent pests, disease, and possible tree regrowth.

It may not be worth it to rake every leaf in your yard, but it’s necessary to remove the majority of leaves to prevent them from smothering grass growth on your lawn. However, raking leaves isn’t your only option for leaf removal. You can remove leaves easily with a leaf blower or compost or mulch them with your lawn mower to repurpose them to help grow your garden or yard.

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

Getting a tree pro with the right experience can be the difference between your transplanted tree surviving or not. When hiring a local tree transplanting and removal service, follow up on references, check their portfolio, ask for a breakdown of the costs, and get proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance. 

Also, look for companies certified by the International Society of Arboriculture or registered with the Tree Care Industry Association and make sure they have an appropriate state or city license.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

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