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Top-Rated Tree service pros in Des Moines - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Bushman Tree Service Inc
Bushman Tree Service Inc
4.5(
301
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark was fantastic. He came out for a quote and provided a very competitive bid, as well as some advice on options regarding whether to keep certain trees or not. The service was scheduled quickly. Mark and his crew came on time, and performed the work as agreed upon. I was not able to be there during the job, but it was not an issue. Mark told me to just check afterwards that what was promised, was done - and then to call back to handle the payment. Everything went smoothly, and I would highly recommend Bushman Tree Service."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Pacific Arboriculture
Pacific Arboriculture
5.0(
52
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+5 more

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

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."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Stump Grinding

+132

Response time12 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Avatar for Pacific Coast Stump Grinding General Contractors, LLC
Pacific Coast Stump Grinding General Contractors, LLC
4.8(
141
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I needed two stumps removed and this company came to my rescue. They grinned both stumps in less than 30 minutes (even got rid of the roots for me), cleaned the job site, and left. Neil was super professional and responsive and beat any other quote I had for the job. Highly recommend them for your tree service needs."
Response time40 mins
Response rate99%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Northwestern Tree Surgeons, Inc.
Northwestern Tree Surgeons, Inc.
4.4(
237
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were right on time removed a 60 ft. blue spruce tree cleaned up everything very nice job. The men were very nice and courteous and well mannered. They cut the tree up into 18 inch rounds thanks for the great service."
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
106 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Eastside Tree Works
Eastside Tree Works
4.3(
55
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was frankly amazed at how good these people are: 1. They came and gave me an estimate that was as good or better than others that I had received. 2. They scheduled things in a simple way that didn't require me to even be home. 3. They then came by a few days in advance and put up no parking signs in front of the house to ensure they had place for the trucks etc. 4. They also came by and marked to the tree and a cut line so there would be no mistakes. 5. AND they took a video of the access points, the path to the tree, the tree itself so everyone involved would be familiar. 6. They then sent the first crew that made incredibly quick work of efficiently taking down a very large tree with five trunks and cleaning everything up so there was no debris whatsoever. 7. Then came the stump grinding crew who figured out how to navigate an impossible small entryway and ground the stump to nothing. 8 Finally they swept everything up and even cleaned up leaves in the garden that had nothing to do with the job. 9. At each stage someone from the company called me before and after to make sure I knew what was going to happen and then to follow up and make sure it went as I expected. It just does not get any better than this. They could write the book on customer service."
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+24

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
Avatar for From A to Zeke, LLC
From A to Zeke, LLC
5.0(
58
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Tree Removal

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They cut down 3 trees for us. They are efficient, showed up at scheduled time and got the work done quickly. We also have a tree that needs to be trimmed, he explains that the time to do the trimming for that particular tree is when it is dormant. Take time to explain the reasoning. We are happy with their service and professionalism."
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Getting close to the end
Trunk
Removing trunk
Removing stump

+20

Response time10 hrs
Response rate85%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Tree Works, Inc.
3.9(
27
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Customers say: Quality work

"Tree-works removed 2 large trees at a fair price. The wood they left was in 2 nice stacks. It had to be split into quarter rounds to move it up to the area where we wanted it and the rest of the property was spotless. Very hardworking and professional crew. I would highly recommend."
Recommended by26%of homeowners
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

Some trees will bounce back just fine, and others will struggle and possibly die. Evergreens, for instance, have a very difficult time recovering after droughts and usually die after periods of extreme dryness. Usually, you’ll have to just wait and see—if the drought occurs in wintertime, it’s possible that your tree will recover during the gentler springtime.

It could be anywhere from weeks to years for a dead tree to fall. A dead tree falls based on its weight, how it leans, the state of its roots, the state of decay, and what local windstorms are like, among other factors. Since it’s hard to predict the fall’s timing, it’s important to cut down a dead tree quickly and avoid any unpleasant surprises.

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.

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.

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