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Top-Rated Arborists in Auburn - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for NW Arbor Care LLC
NW Arbor Care LLC
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Auburn, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark at NW Arbor Care followed up promptly and came out to see my project which involved trimming several very large branches from 80 feet maples. He gave me a bid on the spot which seemed very reasonable. He clearly trusted his team to work with me, and was he ever right! They were great! Four people who knew what they were doing and worked together like clockwork. They were pleasant, good communicators, knowledgable, and really good at what they did. I'm so happy with the work which exceeded my expectations. They were flexible and thorough. They cleaned up so it looked better than when they came. I will hire them for any tree trimming needs in the future."
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+2

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Pacific Arboriculture
Pacific Arboriculture
4.8(
69
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Auburn, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pacific Arboriculture did a great job on my neighbors trees along with one of my trees today. Safe and fair priced work. Awesome job on clean up. Professional, courteous and quick responses with all employees from scheduling to quoting to days work. 100% recommend."
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+218

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Altaview Tree Service, LLC
Altaview Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
94
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Auburn, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Altaview Tree Service team was so great to work with! Brenda stayed on top of everything and kept in contact with me through the permit process, which isn't always the easiest. Once the team was here, they were timely, super efficient, and extremely careful and respectful of the surroundings (including my neighbors yard!). I relied on their expertise regarding the trimming and my maple tree looks so healthy and well taken care of. I'm so happy with this service and can't wait to hire them again for other projects. I will certainly be referring them to friends and neighbors!"
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Northwestern Tree Surgeons, Inc.
4.4(
237
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Auburn, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great guys to work with. Their team of arborists trimmed my trees and shrub with excellent care and left no trace behind that they were there other than perfectly pruned trees! Great pricing as well. WIll definitely use them again. Thank you!"
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+19

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
105 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for American Tree Care
American Tree Care
4.9(
58
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Auburn, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had American Tree Care out in 2012 and they did a great job, so I contacted Ammon last fall about coming out again and doing more cleanup in my yard. I had a dead alder tree that looked like it was about to fall over (but woodpeckers loved!) removed entirely and the stump ground. I had some really out-of-control trees on both side yards removed and stumps ground as well. And some other trees in my back yard, I had him remove what branches he felt needed to be removed in order to clean up the appearance and make them safer, and remove several branches that were hanging over neighbor's property removed so they didn't break off and drop on his plants or yard. My yard looks great and wide open now in areas where there was a lot of branches overhanging from neighbor's yards. (He pruned those back). I also had some wood in back that broke off in a windstorm that his crew cut into smaller pieces for me. They used a chipper to chop up all the branches, etc and left the pile in a place where I could spread them out to cover dirt to prevent weeds and moss. They did a great job cleaning up all the debris from the work they did. Very happy with the work the crew did today and I highly recommend them! Thanks Ammon!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for From A to Zeke, LLC
From A to Zeke, LLC
5.0(
58
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Tree Removal

Serving Auburn, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A to Zeke LLC is a great company. Zeke is a very knowledgeable arborist, and his crew were a pleasure to work with. They were able to cut several large limbs from my alders without damaging a fence that I recently built right below the trees. They deliver top notch work and display this great scarce quality....its called customer service! I would recommend them to everyone I know."
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+20

Response time10 hrs
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Bushman Tree Service Inc
Bushman Tree Service Inc
4.5(
301
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Auburn, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are truly professional tree removers. They removed a 100 foot tall double trunk birch tree from my front yard, and ground the stump. This was a big tree. This tree was in a very difficult spot to remove. It was right next to my house, and just a few feet from my main electrical line coming from the power pole. Oh, it was just a few feet from the power lines out on the street. I can't tell you how carefull they had to be to do this job without damaging my house, taking out my main line, or taking out the power to the rest of the neighborhood. They placed every limb exactly where they wanted them to fall. I highly recommend these guys for any tree service. I will use them again in the future for all my tree removal needs. They cleaned up the job site too. They blow off my roof, bushes, walkway, and driveway. They started at 8am and were done by 3pm. If you have a dangerous or difficult tree to remove, these guys can do it, and do it right.
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Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for The Treeman Generation LLC
The Treeman Generation LLC
5.0(
9
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Auburn, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service provided by The Treeman was safe and very professional! All proper equipment and techniques were used to rope down and remove a very large maple tree that was a hazard on my property. Very skilled and I highly recommend"
Response time5 hrs
Response rate98%
Avatar for Clean Cuts Landscaping LLC
Clean Cuts Landscaping LLC
4.8(
52
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For BusinessTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Auburn, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With a decade in the industry Clean Cuts Landscaping completes each project with integrity and cares about all of the customers we work for .... .as we continue to provide service for our regular clients, we are looking to grow and add to our family at this point. We are a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of lawn care and landscaping services that are customizable to each individual property. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time6 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

It can be bad to leave a dead stump in the ground. A stump becomes a hefty piece of dead wood in time and eventually (especially with the help of rain) starts to rot. That makes it a locus point for diseases and pesky insects, as well as a bit of an eyesore. It’s best to remove a tree stump completely before it starts to decay, especially before it starts to fall apart. If the tree was removed because of disease, it’s even more important to fully remove the stump if possible.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

If you don’t cut down a dead, dying, or diseased tree, it can become a nesting place for pests like mosquitos, bees, beetles, wasps, fly larvae, and more. Some pests will live in the tree, while others will feed off the decaying wood. Unhealthy trees are also more likely to fall over, potentially injuring people and causing damage to your property.

There are two types of arborists: certified and consulting. A certified arborist is licensed and equipped to provide tree pruning, planting, fertilizing, monitoring, transplanting, treatment, and removal services. A consulting arborist specializes in tree appraisals, diagnosing problems and recommending treatments for illnesses. However, they will not provide these services themselves. Most consulting arborists are certified arborists who can refer you to a tree service that can administer the correct treatments.

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