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Top-Rated Arborists in Stephens City - Updated Nov 2026

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Gordon W Frazier Tree Service
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Stephens City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am so pleased with the work performed by Gordon. We contacted him for an estimate on removing a few trees and trim some others in our yard. He contacted us and personally came over to give us an estimate. He knows his trees. He has done this work for 30 years and it's a family business which we love working with small family businesses. We had an ill apple tree - it was not maintained prior to us purchasing the home 8 years ago. We tried to prune it, figure out what ailed it. A number of arborists (other estimate providers) agreed that it was beyond hope and to remove it. We also removed a smaller apple tree (for pollination). We have mimosas which are the weed of trees. I love them for their blooms (they attract butterflies, bees and hummingbirds), but they are so intrusive. Gordon pointed out that one of the mimosas was possible causing an issue with our home due to their roots. We had him remove 2 mimosas and trim a third one (I wanted to keep one for the blooms & bees). What really impressed me was one of the other trees we wanted removed turned out to be a honey locust which Gordon told us was healthy and we should keep it. We did. His price was very fair and reasonable - included the stump removal as well. He was able to come out the following week and complete the job. He told us he would call us sometime the beginning of the week (we were flexible). Gordon called me the day before and asked if the next day was a good day to do the project. Worked for me. He called me in the morning of our appointment to confirm and gave me an estimated time of arrival. He called before the ETA and said he would be delayed and updated his arrival time. They showed up and had the entire job completed in less than 3 hours! These guys were amazing to watch and constantly going. I was impressed. They completely cleaned up the debris - looked even better than it did before they arrived. I highly recommend Gordon! I was completely satisfied with his work, the communication, his knowledge and his professionalism."
Tree trimming
Removing limbs
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Virginia Tree Specialist, LLC
4.9(
15
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Stephens City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I only write a review when a company has gone above and beyond with their service. I know there are so many companies to choose from but if you want an honest, fair, professional, caring and truly knowledgeable company this one is 100% the one to choose. You can't go wrong with them. I used the text message option to get in contact (that was a great option) with them and within an hour they showed up at the door ready to help with my tree problem. I learned more about trees in 10 mins than I've known my whole life. If you want the best company out there you definitely should use Virginia Tree Specialist. ? If there was a 10 star ? rating I would pick that because that's what they deserve"
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+15

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Semper Fi Landscaping and Lawn Care
4.8(
14
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Stephens City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"I had been told by two other companies they would take care of my lawn and after 6 weeks of no grass being cut, I was feeling like I may need to buy a mower and do it myself. Semper Fi Landscaping and Lawn Care came out, quoted a fair price, and took care of my lawn the same day I first made contact. They have been taking care of my lawn every week since. Thanks :)"
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+7

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BBB Tree & Landscaping Service, LLC
4.1(
350
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Stephens City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This team was amazing!! So efficient and completed the job of removing 6 trees and 4 bushes in one day!!! They were friendly, and honest. Great communication. I highly recommend them and will use them again for my next project!"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate94%
29 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wayne's Tree Service
5.0(
5
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Stephens City, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wayne’s Tree service went out of their way to help in time of an emergency. They were on site within 15 minutes after the storm to assess the damage. They came back the next day and stayed 11 hours until the job was completed. We would highly recommend them to anyone."
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+20

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

If you aren’t sure what you’re doing, be very careful when cutting mature tree roots (roots larger than 2 inches). Root cutting and pruning can affect both a tree’s stability and its ability to nourish itself. Issues during root cutting can result in damage or injury. 

It’s recommended you call in a pro to help, unless it’s a very small tree and you aren’t worried about the prospect of losing the tree.

If it’s your property, then you can plant a tree near power lines, but it’s not the best idea. Any vegetation that grows within 10 feet or so of power lines will fall under the responsibility of the utility company, and they may trim or remove it as necessary. If you do move forward with your plan, try to choose a smaller ornamental tree, plant it as far away from the power lines as you can, and keep it trimmed to avoid future problems.

You can shape a cherry tree by trimming vertical branches, dense branches, and intersecting branches. Your personal aesthetic comes into play, as well. If you want to simply thin and shape the tree, you can get away with trimming the aforementioned parts of your cherry tree. If you want to shorten branches, however, consider thinning cuts, which alter the length of the branches while encouraging light penetration, new buds and shoots, and a structurally-sound shape.

If a disease has attacked and destroyed the roots, then the tree may fall over as soon as it has died or while part of it is still alive. Trees that die with their roots left in place tend to stay standing for much longer, but those roots will decay eventually, allowing gravity to do the rest.

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

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