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Avatar for A+ Tree and Crane Services Inc
A+ Tree and Crane Services Inc
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

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Emergency services offered

"I have no words to express my admiration for the professionalism of these people. We hired them for the second time, and they did a perfect job. They had to remove 7 70ft trees, some of which were dead and dried up, some leaning towards the house, and others diseased and infested with insects. The guys came with the necessary equipment and completed the work without any issues or damage to the property. They even cleaned up the yard afterwards. We were extremely satisfied and will hire them again when needed! Don't hesitate. This is one of the best and most professional tree removal companies in the state."
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+14

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Legacy Tree Experts LLC
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Legacy Tree Experts did a great job removing several trees, trimming other trees, and cleaning up my yard afterwards. They were friendly, professional, and worked quickly. They went above and beyond to get the job done right."
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Mr. Beaver Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"Hired them for a major yard transformation. They removed 3 major oak trees, several large cedars, and countless brush, bushes, & ivy. This crew works extremely hard, efficient, and very well skilled. The crane operator and bobcat drivers are very talented with their maneuvers and make quick work of seemingly dicey tasks. All of the crew very nice and left us a clean yard. Great value. Wouldn't go to anyone else for a similar job"
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+10

Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Oscar's Tree Services & Landscaping
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Oscar's Tree Service provided a very competitive quote. They were able to work my job into a very tight timeframe and did excellent work. They avoided nearby landscaping when removing the tree and left the yard as clean as when they started. I would highly recommend them!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
283 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rigging Tree Service LLC
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hands down the best group of professional guys! Highly recommend this company for your tree work. Very prompt, knowledgeable, affordable, friendly, and take pride in their work. They took extra caution to not mess up the yard and other trees not cut. I will definitely be using their tree service again in the future!"
Response time10 hrs
Response rate98%
90 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Advanced Tree Pros and Landscape
4.6(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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Emergency services offered

"Luis and his team did a great job removing multiple large trees and trimming large branches in my yard. They were professional, efficient and communicated clearly throughout the process. Everything was cleaned up nicely and I’m very happy with the outcome of the job. I would definitely recommend Advanced Tree Pros and Landscape to anyone looking for a professional lawn care team!"
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80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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EA Tree Service, LLC
4.9(
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Tree Removal

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was my best experience with a company that cut trees, they was on time got the work done and left my yard looking good. I will be calling them again, Again Thank You"
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+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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BBB Tree Services
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Chapel Hill, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Customers say: True professional

"I had six workers in my yard, cutting, trimming and cleaning up. They carried out the project in a short time and left the yard in pristine condition They did an outstanding job and I would certainly recommend them to friends ad colleagues - and they were less than half the price of several other quotes we received"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Although the terms tree trimming and tree pruning are used interchangeably, they are very different types of tree maintenance. Tree trimming involves enhancing the appearance of your tree by removing unruly branches, providing your tree with ample sunlight and nutrients and prevents unsightly overgrowth. 

Tree pruning helps keep your trees disease-free. This process removes unhealthy growths, dead branches, and other unhealthy parts of the tree. It’s more common for deciduous and ornamental trees but not so common for evergreen trees. To determine which method you need, discuss it with a tree trimming specialist.

Many species, especially when well-established, are not fans of transplantation. You’ll need to decide if you want to risk splashing the cash, understanding that transplantation isn’t always successful. Again, this is where hiring a pro is helpful, as they can give you all the essential info you need to ensure your tree stands a fighting chance.

Opt for a barefoot tree. Pros harvest barefoot trees when they’re dormant (leafless). They shake the dirt from the root ball and pack it in moist material. 

These trees can cost half as much as the trees at your local nursery, and you can buy them online—so there’s a much wider selection. Just make sure you keep your barefoot tree cool until you’re ready to plant it.

You can remove a small tree from your yard if there’s space for the tree to fall, you have the right tools and safety equipment, and you follow a clear plan of action. You’ll just want to follow the steps above carefully, and ideally, you will have experience doing similar tasks. If you have any doubts that you can do this project safely, though, you should hire a pro.

Tree roots are hearty and complex systems, so they don’t die immediately after the rest of the tree is removed. If you leave the root system in place, it takes anywhere from two to seven years for it to run out of nutrients. It is worth noting, however, that the roots stop growing and expanding after cutting down the rest of the tree.

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