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Top-Rated Arborists in Kilgore - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Palacios Tree Service
Palacios Tree Service
4.8(
206
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Kilgore, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Customers say: Super punctual

Welcome to Palacios Tree Service, LLC.! With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our 5 star reviews from happy customers! Call us today so we can discuss your needs and make a plan that fits your budget. Satisfaction guaranteed!

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Lobo Tree Service
4.7(
114
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Kilgore, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are awesome!! They came with professional equipment, took my large tree down, and allowed me to add another smaller tree to the job, never skipped a beat. Everything was cleaned up and hauled away. All at a very reasonable price! I would definitely recommend David @ Lobo to anyone needing this kind of service."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All American Tree Care
4.7(
73
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Kilgore, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They seemed very knowledgeable and extremely courteous. It was a very big job and took them a day longer than they thought - the horribly hot weather was a factor that I was worried about but they were real troopers and stayed later to finish on the 3rd day!"
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for A.Gurrola Tree Service
A.Gurrola Tree Service
4.6(
79
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Kilgore, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arturo and his amazing crew trimmed 2 huge oak trees and they removed several small trees and bushes from my back yard. Not only did they do the trees, but they also raked and bagged all the leaves in both front and back yards. No words are adequate to state how great they are! Best money I ever spent."
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

+31

Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
111 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for BW Insect Control and Tree Care
BW Insect Control and Tree Care
4.4(
73
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Kilgore, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Customers say: True professional

"DR Bob treated my tree for Dutch elm disease, as well as my shrubs for spider mites, and black spot. Definitely cheaper than replacing all my shrubs, which I was preparing to do. Prompt and professional. Fingers crossed, this works!"
Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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East Texas Stump Grinding, LLC
4.9(
16
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Kilgore, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The owner is friendly and professional! Prices are fair and the quality of work high. This is a professional tree care specialist. They took care of my urgent care, and I'm having them trim my trees too!"
Pixley Farm
Pixley Farm
Massive oak tree
Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Busby Tree Services
Busby Tree Services
5.0(
9
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Kilgore, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Busby Tree Services, 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 \n

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Trimming your palm trees once or twice per year keeps them healthy and robust. Caring for palm trees includes cutting off brown leaves to prevent wildfires and pathway obstruction. However, you don’t want to over-trim the palm tree. Cutting too many branches off will weaken the tree and prevent future growth. And it’s essential to have a strong, healthy palm tree during hurricane season to prevent safety risks or property damage.

While there is a lot of debate about whether boiling water is strong enough to kill tree roots, it is not best to remove the roots from large, old trees. You may be able to weaken young roots enough to remove them manually, but boiling water will likely not do the trick for large root systems.

Not all evergreen conifers need to be pruned, but some do. Pruning pine trees is not necessary, but you can do so during June and July if you wish. On the other hand, spruce, firs, and junipers do need to be pruned from late winter to early spring.

Pruning a tree is a yearly DIY job that involves removing small dead branches, leaves, and blooms to help the tree grow bigger and stronger. You can often complete the job with basic home gardening tools. Trimming a tree, however, removes larger sections to control the direction the tree grows in and protects your home, utility wires, and yard from potentially dangerous branches.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

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