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Top-Rated Arborists in Colchester - Updated Nov 2026

Green Empire Arborists
4.9(
28
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Colchester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have nothing but AMAZING things to say about this company. They were fantastic, respectful and very fair. We will definitely be calling them again in the future. They removed an extremely hard bunch of trees between 2 houses and did amazing. I am so thankful and would absolutely encourage anyone needing tree help to reach out to them."
MapleTree Climb
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NEK Tree Workz LLC
5.0(
24
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Colchester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Josh was fabulous to work with. Very communicative, timely and professional. We had several trees that needed to be removed as they were too close to the house and he did a great job. Will be coming to NEK again for any future tree work."
Elm removal
Tree Service Project
Maple tree on house
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project

+79

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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On A Limb Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
73
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Colchester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jerry and his crew did MUCH more than tree stump removal, they have done several projects for me and they are always very good. They are quick, reliable, kind and polite. I cannot recommend them enough."
Split Tree
Tree fell on a car!
Up in a tree!
Removing limbs
Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avalon Sunset Tree Services
5.0(
31
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Colchester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Joe went above and beyond. He swept up and raked soil back into the hole from which he had removed the tree. He worked quickly, doing the job himself. I was very pleased with his overall completion of the task."
155' Cotten wood
Dead Branches
Branch Removal
Too big for yard
Storm Damage

+3

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Montgomery Property Management LLC
5.0(
4
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Tree TrimmingTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal+1 more

Serving Colchester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hazen and his crew are super reliable, hard working and reasonably priced. They have helped me on a variety of services like regular snow removal and moving/hauling support. Finding them was a huge relief as they offer so many needed services and have always come to the rescue when I’ve needed them. Highly recommend."
Garden Bed Redesign
Garden Bed Redesign
Garden Bed Redesign
Garden Bed Redesign
Garden Bed Redesign

+55

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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David
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Colchester, VT and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I have always had a passion for trees dating back to my dendrology classes at Miami University. That passion has fueled many years in the arboriculture industry as a crew leader and climber. I'm happy to consult with you on your trees or shrubs and options to explore to preserve them for the long-term. Being an ISA Certified Arborist, I'm always striving to keep up with industry standards and grow myself.

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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

Unfortunately, palm tree stumps are one of the most difficult types to remove due to how their roots grow. Unlike other trees, palm tree roots grow horizontally and vertically. Palm tree roots grow as deep as three feet into the ground, although soil and growing conditions could mean they go as far as 50 inches into the earth. 

If you want to be able to repurpose the grass in the area where you removed a stump later, you’ll have to dig quite deep—and perhaps wide—to trim away all the roots.

An arborist specializes in tree care, performing tasks such as pruning, treating diseases, and removing hazardous trees. They also assess soil conditions, plant trees, and develop landscaping plans to ensure healthy growth. They also manage debris cleanup, inspect equipment, and record maintenance activities. Arborists often collaborate with landscapers and professional tree maintenance services, applying their specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills to maintain tree health and safety.

Leaving a dead tree can expose your other trees to potential diseases, pests, and fungi, and it can also be a hazard. If your tree is dead, then you should hire a tree maintenance service to remove it. Cutting down trees is extremely dangerous, and a professional can ensure no one gets hurt and there is no damage to your property. Tree removal costs between $200 and $2,000 and will prevent future issues and keep you and your property safe.

If it’s only a smaller branch that has died and you’re keeping an eye on the tree, it’s probably nothing to worry about. But if other nearby branches start dying off as well, or a very large branch dies, then you likely have a bigger problem. It’s time to watch for diseases and other problems and possibly get professional guidance on how to proceed.

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