94/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 172 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 172 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3224 Lansing Rd, Charlotte, MI 48813
Best Tree Services in Charlotte, MI (2026)
78 tree services ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Charlotte: Lou's Cutting Edge Tree Service, CR Score 94/100; 4.9★ from 172 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Midwest Tree Service, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 78.
- 29
Most-reviewed: Top Notch Tree Care, 317 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 78 ranked; ranked #29.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
78 Charlotte tree services are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 31 are open 24/7, 53 open Saturdays and 44 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 78 rated businesses.
Top 10 tree services in Charlotte at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lou's Cutting Edge Tree Service | 94 | 4.9★ (172) | Charlotte | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Midwest Tree Service | 90 | 4.8★ (36) | Charlotte | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Hales Professional Tree Service | 88 | 5.0★ (224) | Battle Creek, 22 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Lou's Cutting Edge Tree Service LLC | 88 | 4.8★ (50) | Eaton Rapids, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Lansing Tree Service llc | 88 | 4.9★ (94) | Lansing, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | McFadden Tree Service LLC | 88 | 5.0★ (143) | Battle Creek, 25 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | SK TREE SERVICE | 87 | 4.6★ (245) | Lansing, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | M & M Tree Service LLC | 86 | 4.5★ (22) | Charlotte | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Courtney and Hawkins Tree Service | 86 | 5.0★ (65) | Marshall, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Monster Tree Service of Greater Lansing | 85 | 4.9★ (83) | East Lansing, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
The 78 best tree services in Charlotte, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Charlotte
90/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 36 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6791 Lansing Rd, Charlotte, MI 48813
Based in Battle Creek, 22 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 224 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 224 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Eaton Rapids, 9 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 50 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 8905 Kingsland Hwy, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827
Based in Lansing, 18 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 94 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 94 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2304 Forest Ave, Lansing, MI 48910
Based in Battle Creek, 25 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 143 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 143 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 485 Baseline Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49017
Based in Lansing, 17 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 245 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.6★ from 245 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 810 Le Grand Dr, Lansing, MI 48910
Based in Charlotte
86/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.5★ from 22 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Marshall, 24 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 14841 A Dr S, Marshall, MI 49068
Based in East Lansing, 13 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
- 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
Based in Grand Ledge, 14 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 103 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
- 4.8★ from 103 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 3619 Jefferson Hwy Suite C, Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Based in Lansing, 16 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 58 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.5★ from 58 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3300 W Main St, Lansing, MI 48917
Based in East Lansing, 18 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Marshall, 24 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 72 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 72 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Charlotte
83/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
Based in Jackson, 23 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 56 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.5★ from 56 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Hastings, 22 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
- 5.0★ from 54 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
- Address
- 1710 E Center Rd, Hastings, MI 49058
Based in East Lansing, 13 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 50 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
- 4.4★ from 50 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
Based in East Lansing, 15 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Lansing, 20 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.2★ from 53 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.2★ from 53 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 611 Terminal Rd, Lansing, MI 48906
Based in East Lansing, 6 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
Based in Battle Creek, 23 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Holt, 15 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Lansing, 17 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
- 4.8★ from 40 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 600 E Cavanaugh Rd, Lansing, MI 48910
Based in Saint Johns, 25 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
- 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–9 PM
Tree services ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 78 ranked tree services here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Charlotte
20 more tree services within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aarora Lights Nursery Landscaping & Tree Service | 5.0★ (4) | 22 mi |
| Apex Septic And Excavating, Inc | 4.9★ (78) | In Charlotte |
| Arbor Expressions, LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| D&Z AFFORDABLE TREE SERVICE | 5.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
| Dyno Outdoor Services LLC | In Charlotte | |
| East Lansing Tree Removal | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Gaedert LawnCare, Landscaping&Snowplowing LLC | 3.0★ (2) | In Charlotte |
| Innerlakes Construction | In Charlotte | |
| M & M Outdoor Services | In Charlotte | |
| M and M Timber | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Merrens tree care llc | In Charlotte | |
| Mike's Tree Service | 5.0★ (3) | 24 mi |
| mills tree service | 3.0★ (2) | 20 mi |
| R & S Tree Service | 3.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Rudys Tree Service LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Shepard's Tree Removal | 4.0★ (30) | 25 mi |
| Steve's Tree Services | 5.0★ (2) | 25 mi |
| Stony Tree Service | 5.0★ (1) | In Charlotte |
| Trees Inc. | 3.9★ (8) | 15 mi |
| Woods Forestry Solutions | 5.0★ (18) | 14 mi |
How much do tree services cost in Charlotte?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Charlotte. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tree removal | $200 | $750 | $2,000 | Per tree: typical range of customer-reported removals. US national range | October 2026 |
When to hire a tree service in Michigan
Late fall through winter, when most trees are dormant, is the usual time for planned pruning and removals. In Michigan, ice and snow storms bring a rush of emergency removals.
How we ranked Charlotte tree services
We scored 78 Charlotte tree services on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Charlotte data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Tree services in Charlotte: frequently asked questions
Who is the best tree service in Charlotte?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked tree service in Charlotte, MI is Lou's Cutting Edge Tree Service with a CR Score of 94/100. It has 4.9★ from 172 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Midwest Tree Service (#2) and Hales Professional Tree Service (#3) follow. We ranked 78 tree services on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many tree services are there in Charlotte?
ContractorsRanked ranks 78 tree services serving Charlotte, MI. 7 of them are based in Charlotte; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which tree services in Charlotte are open 24/7?
31 ranked tree services in Charlotte post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Lou's Cutting Edge Tree Service (#1), Midwest Tree Service (#2) and Hales Professional Tree Service (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which tree services in Charlotte work on weekends?
53 of 78 ranked tree services post Saturday hours and 44 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Lou's Cutting Edge Tree Service (#1), Midwest Tree Service (#2) and Hales Professional Tree Service (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does tree removal cost in Charlotte?
Tree removal typically costs $200 to $2,000, with $750 typical (Per tree: typical range of customer-reported removals. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Charlotte. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Charlotte tree services have?
The median Google rating among 78 rated tree services in Charlotte is 4.8★, with a median of 21 reviews. Top Notch Tree Care has the most, 317 reviews, and ranks #29. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
When is the best time to hire a tree service in Charlotte?
Late fall through winter, when most trees are dormant, is the usual time for planned pruning and removals. In Michigan, ice and snow storms bring a rush of emergency removals.
How does ContractorsRanked rank tree services?
Each tree service gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Charlotte
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 78 tree services serving Charlotte.
- October 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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