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Top-Rated Arborists in The Plains - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Matute's Tree Service
Matute's Tree Service
4.8(
87
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Tree Removal

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Matute's Tree Service is highly professional and did an extraordinary job removing my tree without damaging any overhead wiring nor any of the neighbors cars. A very capable team. Plight and professional. Have already recommended this team to my next-door neighbor that has some tree work needing to be done. Well done."
Tree Services
Tree Services
Tree Services
Tree Services
Tree Services

+6

Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Gordon W Frazier Tree Service
4.8(
155
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We've had a lot of tree work done over the years. Gordon and his crew were by far the best service we've ever used. They took down a mammoth tree, pruned others, and cleaned everything up--at a reasonable cost. We recommend him with no reservations!"
Tree trimming
Removing limbs
Trucks
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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C&E Tree Service
4.8(
57
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Tree Removal

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 10 years experience, C&E Tree Service 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.

42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Destiny's Tree Service LLC
4.8(
52
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Destiny was one of 4 different tree services that provided assessments and quotes for the work needed. We based our decision of which service to go with on schedule, cost and performance reviews. Nancy was the scheduler that sent Marvin to do the assessment. Marvin was professional, friendly and fully explained his assessment as to what and why was needed. Two days after we called Nancy Marvin and his crew arrived. 4 hours later all of the trees were trimmed, the branches and leaves were “chips” and the yard was fully cleaned. Marvin and his team were outstanding and watching them work was like watching Circus Olay. We will use Destiny again when we need additional arborist work."
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Tree Trimming

+1

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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E.T. General Contractor, Inc.
4.5(
478
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving The Plains, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The front yard of my townhouse was a mess. I had mostly weeds and dirt and a burning bush and tree that was out of control. Juilo and his crew came in and within two days, removed the burning bush, trimmed the remaining bushes, trimmed back the tree and installed a beautiful retaining wall, with river stone and perennials, and added new sod. My front lawn is now beautiful, thanks to ET. General Contractor, Inc. I highly recommend them for your landscaping project!"
New Wood Flooring
Beautiful double siting wall, patio and fire Pitt.
Paver Driveway
Patio
Outdoor kitchen and a pergola

+219

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

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.

Any tree that needs to be pruned should be pruned to remove dead branches at least once a year. You may need to prune far more often if you’re trying to maintain a certain shape or to save a tree that suddenly becomes infected.

Professionals use assessments, strategic cuts, specialized equipment, and safety measures to ensure healthy growth or the safe removal of trees or shrubs.

The ideal time to prune a tree depends on the type of tree. Typically, late winter or early spring is a good time to prune but isn't always the case for "towering trees." It's best to trim when trees are dormant and before blooms appear but can vary depending on the tree type. It's always best to research the type of tree or ask a professional tree trimmer to determine when is the perfect time to prune your tree.

For Bradford pears, damage from storms is common, and if the trunk splits, it can pose a danger to people and surrounding structures. The best thing to do in that instance is to have the tree removed. If there’s only minor damage to the branches, pruning away the damaged parts is the first order of business. You may also want to consult a professional arborist to make sure the tree is healthy.

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