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Avatar for M & T Friendly Tree Service
M & T Friendly Tree Service
4.8(
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Serving Black Mountain, NC and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They arrived on time with a full crew and all of the necessary equipment. They removed 7 trees with stump grinding as well as pruned other areas. This is the second time I have used them. Excellent service both times."
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Nicolas Tree Service
4.7(
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Serving Black Mountain, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nicolas tree service did a fabulous job and ensured we were completely satisfied before they left. They were also punctual and professional. We highly recommend them for any tree service needs."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
San's Tree Service Inc
4.8(
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Serving Black Mountain, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired this company for tree removal, and they did an outstanding job from start to finish. They safely removed several large trees from my property, worked efficiently, and handled everything with great care. The crew was knowledgeable, well-organized, and made sure the area was completely clean before they left. Excellent service—highly recommended for any tree removal needs!"
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JMS Tree Service LLC
4.9(
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Serving Black Mountain, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JMS Tree service removed 2 very large pine trees and trimmed the remaining. They were fast and efficient. They arrived on time and they cleaned up the area. Very reasonable price. Would definitely recommend them."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Holly Forest Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Black Mountain, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

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Customers say: True professional

"Great experience having this company cut down our tree. They not only cut the tree but left the area like one hadn’t even been there. From the first time we communicated with Oscar until the job was complete, he was very prompt to respond. Would highly recommend this company for services."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Surrett Tree Service
4.8(
22
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Serving Black Mountain, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Customers say: Quick response

"Surrett Tree Service is excellent! Hire them for all your tree cutting needs. They are very knowledgeable with great attention to safety and detail, and are fully insured. They can and will educate you regarding your trees and what you need to do to tend to your property. We will continue to use their services in the future. Very honest business, prompt response, extremely nice and professional."
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Highland Stump Shredder, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Black Mountain, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an excellent job. Arrived exactly at 9:00 a.m. and worked the entire day... I had about 12 stumps that needed to be ground down, and each one was done precisely as we discussed before starting. I would recommend this professional for any necessary stump grinding, including those in hard to reach areas."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Yes, it’s okay to trim low branches on a tree, also known as limbing up or raising the crown. Essentially, you’ll trim the lower third of the tree (trunk) and leave the upper two-thirds of the tree (crown). Arborists recommend trimming 20% of a tree’s leaves per season for two to three seasons. Trimming low branches allows light to flow through the tree, increasing circulation and making the tree stronger and healthier.

It’s possible, although a lot depends on the cause of damage and what steps you take. If the remaining parts of the maple tree are alive and not under attack by disease or pests, they can often be saved even if large portions of the maple tree have died. Frequent watering, careful pruning, mulch, and any recommended fungicides or insecticides can all help with survival.

Leaving the tree stump and letting it rot is never a good idea, as this leads to insect infestations and other frustrations. Additionally, decomposing trunks are at risk for diseases that spread out to the remaining plants and trees in the yard, thus ruining your whole outdoor aesthetic. It's usually best to remove the stump at the same time you remove the tree.

Deciduous shade trees (the type of trees whose leaves fall off in autumn) need to be pruned in late winter—between February and March. That’s because it’s easier to find and remove sick or dead branches when no leaves are present. And wounds close and heal faster in colder temperatures so pruning them at this time also makes them less prone to infection.

Generally, you’ll want to avoid pruning more than 25% of the tree’s canopy at one time. While pruning your tree is important, it’s possible to do it too often or to go too far. Again, this is why hiring a tree trimming pro to do the work is wise. However, if you do decide to DIY, going slow and trimming gradually is the name of the game.

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