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Almstead Tree, Shrub & Lawn Care

Updated 2026-08-20 · 2,860 reviewed · 127 listed · Scored from 86 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(86) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Almstead Tree, Shrub & Lawn Care
Services
Tree Removal, Land & Lot Clearing, Arborist & Tree Health Services
Reviews
86

What recent reviews say

Almstead stands out for quick, organized crews and swift storm response, backed by certified arborists who handle complex removals with precision. Ken Almstead's personal involvement in site visits and project oversight, paired with named staff like Raul (35+ years tenure) and Fred Hoffmann (certified arborist), drives consistent praise for professionalism and clean finishing work.

Praised for
  • fast and courteous crews
  • strong emergency response
  • skilled arborists and technicians
  • personal owner attention
  • thorough cleanup and attention to detail
  • responsive customer service
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Best for: Homeowners needing complex tree removals, storm damage response, and long-term tree health monitoring.
Think twice if: No substantive caveats evident from reviews; satisfaction is consistently high.

Strengths

  • Owner-led site assessments and oversight
  • Long-tenured, skilled crew leadership (35+ years)
  • Certified arborists and ISA qualifications
  • Emergency storm response capability

Worth knowing

  • Ken Almstead personally conducts site assessments and oversees complex jobs
  • Raul, foreman with 35+ years tenure at Almstead
  • Fred Hoffmann, certified arborist, handles assessments and recommendations
  • Melissa Cardany noted for customer service follow-up during supply delays
  • Jillian Ayash on Ken's team praised for responsiveness
  • Crew arrives early and leaves sites clean, often with no debris remaining
  • Three-person crew model mentioned in major removals
  • Complex job experience: uprooted storm trees, tight-access removals, coordination with town/utilities

What reviews say by service

Tree Removal
Fast, precise execution; experienced crew handles complex and dangerous access scenarios; thorough cleanup
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Consistent, timely work; focus on tree health and structural balance; long-term repeat customers (10+ years)
Emergency & Storm Damage Tree Service
Rapid response to uprooted and threatening trees; coordinates with neighbors and property access; specialized equipment deployed
Arborist & Tree Health Services
Certified arborist assessment; proactive recommendations; tree health monitoring and remediation over multi-year projects

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.71 average across the 89 tree removal businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 93% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 44
Review volume 84
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 82
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you offer emergency tree removal after storms?
Yes. Reviewers report same-day or next-day response to storm damage. The business has handled complex removals of uprooted and threatening trees requiring specialized equipment and neighbor coordination.
Will the crew clean up after removal?
Yes. Multiple reviewers note crews leave sites spotless, often with no debris, twigs, or sawdust remaining. One stated the yard looked nicer after completion than before.
Can you help with tree health or trimming decisions?
Yes. Certified arborists conduct site visits, assess tree condition, and provide recommendations on which trees to trim or remove. Ken Almstead and Fred Hoffmann are named for this expertise.
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Last updated 2026-08-20