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Top-Rated Arborists in Clifton - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for J&A Tree and Landscape
J&A Tree and Landscape
4.9(
105
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Tree Removal

Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mauro was the first to call me when I posted the job. Came out same day to review the job and give me an estimate. He was lowest offer of four. He and his brother did a superb job, trimming several large limbs off big maple, trimmed back a dogwood and cut back a row of Leyland cypress trees that grow across my back yard. Everything was done perfectly and was thoroughly cleaned up and hauled away. Extremely pleased and will not hesitate to call him again for my next job. Highly recommend him for your job."
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+16

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JL Tree Service Inc
4.5(
249
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have used JL Tree Service twice to help us remove two large Bradford pears, one dying oak tree and do health pruning on our other trees that we want to keep in the yard and make sure they stay healthy. We requested a certified arborist and had a great experience with William. We left oak tree snug as a wildlife habitat and now we can watch all the woodpeckers going up and down the snug. They were very professional and efficient (we had 2 different teams) and our trees look so much better as a result and we are not worried during every storm anymore. We did all our work in February. They offer winter discount. I would highly recommend this company. We are planning to use them again."
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+4

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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AAA Tree Service
4.7(
161
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend this tree service company for anyone needing reliable and affordable tree work. The crew was experienced, respectful, and hardworking throughout the entire process. They removed several dangerous branches and made our yard look much more open and beautiful."
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+5

Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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H & C Tree Service & Landscaping
4.9(
77
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos, Heidi, and the entire H&C crew is nothing short of amazing! They took down 7 huge trees for us plus trimmed a few trees today. Incredibly hard working crew and meticulous attention to detail! I don't have enough words to say how relieved we are to have the trees no longer looming over our house. We will definitely hire H&C again! Thank you for a job well done!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate94%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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23 Trees
4.9(
368
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was the best tree crew I have used. They were on time, affordable, fast, and they cleaned up the work site when they were done. Very friendly and professional. I’ll be using them again and highly recommend them!"
Large Oak Removal with Crane
Large Oak Logs
Large Oak Logs
Large Tree Removal
Large Tree Removal

+48

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Tree Care Service
4.7(
130
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+2 more

Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Tree Care Service is hands-down the best in the business! From the moment I called and described the work I needed, Ulises was professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly efficient. He arrived promptly, assessed the situation, and his team jumped into action without hesitation. They tackled a massive job—removing two large mature trees, 15–20 smaller ones, hauling away 15 bags of debris, and grinding down all the stumps and roots. I was bracing for a bill well over $5,000, but the final cost was significantly less! The customer service was OUTSTANDING, and the quality of work was top-notch. Ulises and his crew exceeded every expectation. If you need anything tree-related, do yourself a favor and call The Tree Care Service. Highly recommended!"
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+19

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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J&M Tree and Landscaping LLC
4.8(
23
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jorge and his crew did a fantastic job cutting large dead trees in my yard. He was very comprehensive and is very knowledgeable about everything tree related. Best part was his cost effectiveness compared to other quotes I received. I will definitely be working with them in future needs and recommend them to others needing his services!"
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+11

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Greentree
4.4(
565
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Julius was professional and worked steadily on removing the tree. Figuring out all angles on where to drop it. Absolutely minimal damage to near trees. Clean-up was amazing. He stacked the trunk pieces and then a pile of the branches. Highly recommend this company."
Two Trees
Small fit
Fairfax Circle
Crane Work
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+12

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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The Special One Tree Services
4.8(
33
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did a great job cutting down two 60-foot tall oak trees on a very cold February day. They showed up on time, left the yard extremely clean, stacked some of the wood for a fire pit, and trimmed a few more trees (extra feeâ very reasonable). Price was very reasonable and the service quality was great. Highly recommend them!"
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+2

Response time6 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

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.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

Tree removal costs typically don’t include stump removal, as that technically falls into a different service. The company you hire may offer the service for an additional fee; ask them if they offer it to ensure you get the best tree stump removal costs possible.

Yes, it can be good to remove dead branches from trees. Dead branches can lead to rot in other areas of the tree. They can also cause damage if they fall on a house, shed, fence, car, pool, or other structure or property. However, it’s important that dead branch removal is done safely. If the branch is high in a tree or requires a lift or ladder to access, consider calling a professional tree removal company, as they will have the experience and equipment to do the job safely.

Bleach can potentially kill some types of delicate ornamental trees, but for the most part, it will only kill the foliage it comes in contact with. Applying bleach is not an effective method of killing a tree. A better option is to use an herbicide, which is a chemical compound designed to effectively kill a tree. 

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