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Holly Forest Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Cherokee, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

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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Highland Stump Shredder, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cherokee, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Oaks&Roots
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Thickett-B-Gone
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Serving Cherokee, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wasn't sure about how to remove trees but he got it done. Was quick, professional and reasonably priced. Had him take two additional trees while on site. Will definitely has come back again, probably after spring storms."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Martin Grass & Decks LLC
5.0(
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Serving Cherokee, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Martin and his brother showed up on Thursday ready to work. I was so impressed with the both of them as they never waivered from the job at hand. The yard is totally cleared and the dirt leveled by the end of day, I would highly recommend Martin grass and Decks LLC for your projects. This is a phone number I will not lose."
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B & B Tree Management
4.4(
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Serving Cherokee, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Crew very well prepared. They were respectful and answered any question I had regarding their work. Cleaned up every bit of debrie. Started and finished on time on target."
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Arborist on Staff

+1

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Capps Excavation
5.0(
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Serving Cherokee, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Capps Excavation to cut in a new driveway and he did an amazing job. Took down a few big trees that were in the way and that didn't phase them at all. It was on a pretty step slope and they handled it like it was nothing. I wouldn't think twice about hiring them again or recommending them to someone for any excavation, landscaping or tree work!"
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New house site
House prep
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New drive

+9

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TNS CONSTRUCTION
5.0(
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Serving Cherokee, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely professional and great attention to detail, they’re very thorough in the work they provide. It was easy to communicate coordinate with them. Would recommend these guys for all your new build/home improvements needs!"
Response time10 mins
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Summit Land Development, LLC.
4.5(
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Serving Cherokee, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Summit Land Development and Scott Lewis did an excellent job on our fill and grading project despite having a couple of challenges with local providers of fill. What was key was excellent communication and always having an option available to stay on schedule and budget. I would highly recommend Scott and his crew without any reservations. If you have a challenging project and need a skilled team then Summit Land Development is your team!"
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Response time4 hrs
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

In most cases, leaving tree roots underground is not a problem if the stump has been removed or ground below the soil. However, some larger roots may decompose, leaving dents in your soil. Additionally, some aggressive trees, including willows, oaks, elms, maples, and poplars may grow back from roots. Large aggressive trees with established root systems are more likely to grow back.

You can never truly stop a maple tree from growing taller, but you can rein in its growth by pruning. Proper pruning helps maintain a safe size for your tree without causing permanent damage. It’s important to start pruning a tree while it’s young, long before it becomes a problem. Otherwise, you may be left with too many hazardous branches to remove at once.

It depends on where you live—but in most areas, leaves begin falling in September and continue falling until January or February. Warmer regions, such as Southern states, may see leaves fall a bit later in the calendar year. It also depends on the type of trees in your yard and their maturity. 

You’ll want to have your palm trees trimmed during the spring, ideally in May, before hurricane season sets in, which generally takes place during the late summer. Palm trees grow fastest over the summer months. You’ll also want to trim your palm trees when you notice:

  • Brown fronds 

  • Dry leaves

  • Flower pods

  • Fruit

  • Fronds overgrown in power lines

  • Frond encroaching upon your neighbor’s home or yard 

  • Visible damage from a storm

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

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