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Top-Rated Arborists in Bluffton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Family Tree Service
Family Tree Service
4.9(
174
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Bluffton, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was searching for a tree trimming company with a trained/certified arborist and hit the jackpot. Elbert Holt, who was the company rep in our city was very forthcoming in evaluating my 100 year old oak. It lost some limbs via the 120+ mph winds during the derecho we had in Cedar Rapids, IA on Aug 10, 2020. I wanted to see if it would be harmed by pruning (months before the normal winter pruning season). Elbert reassured me that it would okay to clean up the few broken limbs to provide clean cuts to increase the likelihood it will survive this stressful experience. Their team of climbers did a great job of cleaning up my tree. Their skill and work ethic was fantastic to witness. They also did a huge project at my sisters house to remove limbs from the roof of her house and cutting down 4 trees : one of which was a large diameter (~ 56 in ) silver maple that was growing in between 2 houses. I was skeptical about this company since they were not â localâ . I received great personal reviews from others in town who used their services."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Freedom Stump Grinding
4.9(
154
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Bluffton, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unfortunately, I had to take down a magnolia because it got too big for the place it was. They showed up on time on the day they said they would. That alone is worth the price I paid. They left the ground clean and manicured. I couldnâ t be happier"
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ausley Brush-Hogging and Tree Service
Ausley Brush-Hogging and Tree Service
4.5(
50
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Bluffton, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"None of the other "pros" bothered to contact me. Ausley immediately called me, set a time, I sent pictures, and was given an estimate within 12 hours. Anthony called me Monday and apologized because they wanted to move up my appointment. I was thrilled! The men came within the time quoted, did the work I wanted, cleaned everything up and were very pleasant and also informative as the man climbing had gone to school to be an arborist. They were wonderful! The owner called within 5 minutes of the crew leaving to be sure I was happy with the job. I cannot recommend them highly enough. Sharron H"
Brush hogging
Response time3 days
78 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
A&A Tree Service
5.0(
1
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove - For Business+1 more

Serving Bluffton, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I contracted with someone to cut some trees and grind the stumps plus grind some additional stumps from trees that had fallen earlier. That person could get the job done but Paul from A & A did. They came cleaned up the mess, ground the stumps and even helped me replace the fence that had to be taken down to grind the stumps. Paul told me what he would do for me and then he did it. Thank you A & A!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landscaping by Legacy Construction, LLC
4.3(
5
)
Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Bluffton, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We used Legacy for a grading / drainage project. They were very professional and did a great job. Jake stopped by several times after the job was complete to check on it and make sure everything was working properly. We would use them again."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
SavATree - Savannah
3.0(
2
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain

Serving Bluffton, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We offer a suite of tree, shrub, lawn and deer deterrent services to help maintain the health and vigor of residential and commercial properties. Our team of arborists specializes in tree, shrub and lawn conditions specific to the North Shore of Long Island, including Nassau and parts of Suffolk County. Our services do not include lawn mowing or tree planting.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

Cutting down a tree next to power lines is never a DIY job, and it’s a good idea to contact your utility company first. In most cases, the utility company will need to take care of any tree problems within 10 to 15 feet of power lines. If you want to remove the tree for aesthetic reasons, hire a pro to do the job. Trying to cut trees near power lines yourself can create many safety hazards, and you could be liable if you inadvertently cause damage to electrical equipment.

You can start your search for a reputable arborist online by looking for professionals who hold the proper licensing and are fully insured. Next, read through some online reviews to see what kind of service the expert brings to the table, and confirm that they don’t have a history of complaints with the Better Business Bureau. Finally, you can ask the professional for a list of references and then call them to ask questions about the service, professionalism, value, and more that the expert brings to the table.

The speed of your tree root removal process depends on a few different factors, including the size and type of tree. However, the fastest method of killing tree roots is applying chemical herbicide, which starts working quickly and efficiently. But this removal method has its drawbacks, such as having a negative effect on the surrounding vegetation and landscaping. Other options like rock salt and stump grinding work relatively quickly and cause less damage to your yard.

Costs depend on tree height, trunk diameter, removal complexity, and required equipment.

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