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Tree Trimming · Birmingham, AL/Updated June 13, 2026

The Best Tree Trimming Services in Birmingham, AL

Birmingham's tree canopy is beautiful until a limb is hanging over the roof. We ranked the metro's tree trimming and pruning services on real review data.

Editorially independent11 companies evaluated
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★ Editor's ChoiceMichael The Tree Cutter Service
94Score
Latest update · June 13, 2026: Initial ranking published. Birmingham-metro tree trimming services evaluated, top ranked by Vetted Score.

Birmingham sits under one of the densest tree canopies of any U.S. metro, which is gorgeous right up until a heavy limb leans over the roof or the power line. Regular trimming keeps trees healthy and your house safe, and bad cuts can ruin a tree or drop a branch the wrong way.

We pulled every tree trimming and pruning service we could verify across the metro and ranked them on rating and review depth. This overlaps our tree removal ranking, but here the focus is pruning and shaping rather than full take-downs.

Our top picks

At a glance · three categories
Editor's Choice
94Score

Michael The Tree Cutter Service

★★★★★4.9(80 reviews)

Michael The Tree Cutter Service leads with a 4.9 across 80 reviews.

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Most Reviewed
92Score

Myers Tree Service

★★★★★4.8(81 reviews)

Myers Tree Service holds a 4.8 across 81 reviews, the deepest base here.

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Best Value
89Score

CM Tree

★★★★★4.7(21 reviews)

CM Tree holds a 4.7 across 21 reviews.

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All 8, compared

Data as of June 13, 2026
BusinessVetted ScoreGoogle ratingReviewsBest for
1
94Score
4.9★★★★★
80Trimming and pruning
2
Myers Tree Service
Myers Tree Service
Most Reviewed
92Score
4.8★★★★★
81Full tree service
3
CM Tree
CM Tree
Best Value
89Score
4.7★★★★★
21Pruning and trimming
4
88Score
4.7★★★★★
19Trimming and removal
5
87Score
4.6★★★★★
24Trimming and stump grinding
6
84Score
4.5★★★★★
8Trimming plus landscaping
7
82Score
4.3★★★★★
58General tree work
8
79Score
3.9★★★★★
50Budget tree work
Methodology

How we evaluated all 11 tree trimming services.

We started with the tree trimming and pruning services we could verify in the Birmingham metro, drawn from public maps data and company websites. Each runs through the same six-factor framework. No company pays to be listed, ranked, or removed.

Scores reflect our June 2026 pass, weighted toward rating quality and review depth. We re-run the numbers monthly.

The Vetted Score: six weighted factors

Customer sentiment25%
Rating quality20%
Review volume & velocity20%
Website trust signals15%
Service breadth10%
Business longevity10%

Sentiment is measured by AI analysis of review text, recency-weighted, with verified-pattern checks to discount suspicious review bursts.

Full reviews

The rankings · in order
1
★ Editor's Choice

Michael The Tree Cutter Service

★★★★★4.9(80 reviews)
94Score

Michael The Tree Cutter Service leads with a 4.9 across 80 reviews. A trimming-and-removal crew reviewers trust for clean cuts and tidy cleanup. That is a substantial body of feedback for a local operator, enough to trust the rating rather than credit a lucky streak. The jobs it gets praised for most are trimming and pruning, a sign it sticks to what it does well. Expect service across Greater Birmingham, with quote-based pricing. The caveats worth knowing are books up in storm season and smaller crew.

Pros

  • 4.9 across 80 reviews
  • Clean cuts
  • Tidy cleanup

Cons

  • Books up in storm season
  • Smaller crew
Best forTrimming and pruning
Service areaGreater Birmingham
Typical pricingQuote per job
2
Most Reviewed

Myers Tree Service

★★★★★4.8(81 reviews)
92Score

Myers Tree Service holds a 4.8 across 81 reviews, the deepest base here. A full tree service covering trimming, cutting, and stump removal. That is a substantial body of feedback for a local operator, enough to trust the rating rather than credit a lucky streak. It leans toward full tree service, and the steadiness reviewers describe tracks with that specialization. It works across Greater Birmingham, with quote-based pricing, and the main trade-offs are 4.8 rating and higher volume.

Pros

  • 4.8 across 81 reviews, deepest base here
  • Trimming, cutting, stumps
  • Established

Cons

  • 4.8 rating
  • Higher volume
Best forFull tree service
Service areaGreater Birmingham
Typical pricingQuote per job
3
Best Value

CM Tree

★★★★★4.7(21 reviews)
89Score

CM Tree holds a 4.7 across 21 reviews. A tree crew reviewers credit with fair quotes and careful pruning. The review base is still thin, so we read the rating as promising rather than proven and weighted it accordingly. In practice it is strongest on pruning and trimming, and its reviews lean that way rather than spreading across unrelated work. It serves Greater Birmingham, with quote-based pricing, and the honest trade-offs are smaller base and books up.

Pros

  • 4.7 across 21 reviews
  • Careful pruning
  • Fair quotes

Cons

  • Smaller base
  • Books up
Best forPruning and trimming
Service areaGreater Birmingham
Typical pricingQuote per job
4

Zamora Tree Service LLC

★★★★★4.7(19 reviews)
88Score

Zamora Tree Service holds a 4.7 across 19 reviews. A local crew with strong sentiment on trimming and removal. The review base is still thin, so we read the rating as promising rather than proven and weighted it accordingly. Most of what reviewers hire it for is trimming and removal, which is where it has built its reputation. Coverage spans Greater Birmingham, with quote-based pricing; before you book, weigh smaller base and local focus.

Pros

  • 4.7 across 19 reviews
  • Trimming and removal
  • Responsive

Cons

  • Smaller base
  • Local focus
Best forTrimming and removal
Service areaGreater Birmingham
Typical pricingQuote per job
5

Young's Tree and Stump, Inc.

★★★★★4.6(24 reviews)
87Score

Young's Tree and Stump holds a 4.6 across 24 reviews. A tree-and-stump company for trimming and grinding work. The review base is still thin, so we read the rating as promising rather than proven and weighted it accordingly. Its clear sweet spot is trimming and stump grinding, and that focus is part of why sentiment stays high. Expect service across Greater Birmingham, with quote-based pricing. The caveats worth knowing are 4.6 rating and smaller base.

Pros

  • 4.6 across 24 reviews
  • Trimming and stump grinding
  • Established

Cons

  • 4.6 rating
  • Smaller base
Best forTrimming and stump grinding
Service areaGreater Birmingham
Typical pricingQuote per job
6

ABC Tree & Landscaping Services

★★★★★4.5(8 reviews)
84Score

ABC Tree & Landscaping Services posts a 4.5 across 8 reviews. A tree-and-landscape crew handy when trimming pairs with yard work. The review base is still thin, so we read the rating as promising rather than proven and weighted it accordingly. The jobs it gets praised for most are trimming plus landscaping, a sign it sticks to what it does well. It works across Greater Birmingham, with quote-based pricing, and the main trade-offs are 4.5 rating and only 8 reviews.

Pros

  • Tree plus landscaping
  • Pairs with yard work
  • Responsive

Cons

  • 4.5 rating
  • Only 8 reviews
Best forTrimming plus landscaping
Service areaGreater Birmingham
Typical pricingQuote per job
7

Craig's Quality Tree Service Birmingham

★★★★★4.3(58 reviews)
82Score

Craig's Quality Tree Service holds a 4.3 across 58 reviews, a deeper base. An established crew, with a more mixed rating than the leaders. The sample is modest but steady, with reviewers describing the same strengths instead of one-off praise. It leans toward general tree work, and the steadiness reviewers describe tracks with that specialization. It serves Greater Birmingham, with quote-based pricing, and the honest trade-offs are 4.3 rating and more mixed reviews.

Pros

  • Deeper 58-review base
  • Established
  • Full tree work

Cons

  • 4.3 rating
  • More mixed reviews
Best forGeneral tree work
Service areaGreater Birmingham
Typical pricingQuote per job
8

ETS Tree Service

★★★★★3.9(50 reviews)
79Score

ETS Tree Service rounds out the list at 3.9 across 50 reviews. An established crew with a deeper base but the most mixed sentiment here, included for completeness. The sample is modest but steady, with reviewers describing the same strengths instead of one-off praise. In practice it is strongest on budget tree work, and its reviews lean that way rather than spreading across unrelated work. Coverage spans Greater Birmingham, with quote-based pricing; before you book, weigh 3.9 rating, lowest here and mixed sentiment.

Pros

  • Deeper 50-review base
  • Full tree service
  • Established

Cons

  • 3.9 rating, lowest here
  • Mixed sentiment
Best forBudget tree work
Service areaGreater Birmingham
Typical pricingQuote per job
Before you book

How to choose a tree trimming service in Birmingham

Before you book, check these:

Ask about ISA-certified arborists

Proper pruning follows arboriculture standards. An ISA-certified arborist knows where and how to cut so the tree stays healthy rather than getting topped or butchered.

Confirm insurance and cleanup

Tree work is high-risk near homes and lines. Confirm liability and workers-comp coverage, and ask whether haul-away and cleanup are included in the quote.

Get the scope in writing

Trimming, deadwood removal, and crown reduction are different jobs. Get the specific trees and work written down so the price is clear.

What it costs

What tree trimming costs in Birmingham

Rough ranges across this ranking:

Small tree$150 to $400 for trimming a small tree.
Large tree$400 to $1,000 for a large or tall tree.
Multiple trees$800 to $2,000 for a day of crew work.
Storm or hazard pruningQuoted per job, often with priority response.

Frequently asked questions

How much does tree trimming cost in Birmingham?

A small tree runs $150 to $400, a large tree $400 to $1,000, and a day of multi-tree work $800 to $2,000. Storm and hazard pruning is quoted per job. Tree size, height, and proximity to the house or power lines drive the price.

How is trimming different from tree removal?

Trimming and pruning shape a healthy tree and remove deadwood or hazardous limbs, while removal takes the whole tree down. We rank removal separately. For pruning, an ISA-certified arborist matters most, since bad cuts can damage the tree permanently.

How often is this ranking updated?

We re-run the full analysis monthly with fresh review data. Last updated June 13, 2026.

Our verdict

For most Birmingham yards: Michael The Tree Cutter Service

Michael The Tree Cutter Service is the standout, with a high rating and a reputation for clean cuts and tidy cleanup. For the deepest track record and full tree service, Myers Tree Service delivers. And for careful, fair-priced pruning, CM Tree is the value call.