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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!

7 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%
40 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

"Jonathan and his crew were amazing! They let me know every step of the way if there was something that came up that was a little different than we discussed. Our front yard is now clear and ready to do something new and our two big live oaks have many more years of shade to give after a great pruning! Thank you guys so much and will definitely recommend All American Tree Care to everyone I talk to needing tree and brush care."
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+1 more

Serving Kilgore, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A.Gurrola Tree Service did an outstanding job for me. They showed up earlier than the original time discussed and trimmed some limbs that were hanging over the house and while they were there, I asked about some trees to be removed and they did it the same day at a very reasonable price. I will recommend them to anyone and I have future projects that I will use them on!"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal

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Response time4 hrs
Response rate93%
109 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
7 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

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

Only trim palm trees as needed, which is usually about once per year. However, don't stick to that schedule if the palm tree doesn't need it. Avoid trimming palm trees when possible. It’s best to trim palm trees only when you notice a buildup of dead fronds. That said, leave the brown fronds during the dormant season because this organic matter helps protect the tree from the cooler weather.

The best time to prune Japanese flowering cherry trees depends on where you live and the type of flowering cherry tree. Some trees benefit from being pruned toward the end of winter or early spring, after the last freeze. Meanwhile, other trees do well after blooming, in late spring or early summer. Avoid pruning your flowering cherry tree in the early winter, as this encourages open wounds that can lead to infections or infestations. 

According to scientists at Penn State University, spotted lanternflies do not typically kill the trees and plants they feed on, but they can cause branches and segments to die off. However, they have been found to kill cultivated grapes, which can have devastating consequences for vineyard owners and regions that heavily rely on vineyards to create jobs and generate revenue. They have also killed the Ailanthu altissima, known as the tree of heaven, though this is classified as a noxious and invasive weed tree.

Not every arborist climbs trees, but most will do so if that’s the best method for assessing or treating a tree. Arborists have a variety of tree climbing gear and safety equipment to choose from when climbing trees. Consult your local arborist about their tree-climbing plan if your service requires that type of task.

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

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