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Top-Rated Arborists in Cleveland - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for JD Tree Service
JD Tree Service
4.9(
72
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Tree Removal

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Adrian & Nago provide our clients with the very best in tree removal. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

JD TREE SERVICE
JD TREE SERVICE
JD TREE SERVICE
CLIMBING
JD TREE SERVICE

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Treelands Tree Service
4.9(
42
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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The Stump Guy's
5.0(
22
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Stump removal jobs
Some other jobs recently
Some other jobs recently
Stumps after grinding
After grinding

+8

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Canopy Tree Service
Canopy Tree Service
4.4(
84
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Canopy Tree Service, we provide all types of tree care services from tree removal to tree trimming across the NC Piedmont. With specialized equipment and a knowledgeable crew, we provide friendly, professional service to ensure every job is performed in a way that exceeds our customers’ expectations.

Tree Notch
Check Notch Quality
Tree Notch Cut
Wood Clean Up
Wood Clean up

+9

Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
6
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your property with respect and care. We offer tree trimming and removal services that are customizable to the needs of the home or business owner. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction! \n

tree service
Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unstumpable Stump Grinding
5.0(
9
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Unstumpable Stump Grinding is built to be the most reliable stump grinding and stump removal company in the NC foothills and High Country. It’s owner-operated and based in Wilkesboro, NC, and stump grinding is all I do, so you deal with the person doing the work from estimate to cleanup.\n\nI run a commercial Bandit SG-75 stump grinder, so large hardwood stumps, wide root flares, and multi-stump jobs get done efficiently. You choose the grind depth and cleanup that fit your plans for the space.\n\nReliability is the standard: I show up when I say I will, call NC 811 for a utility locate before every job, and send before and after photos. Fully insured with general liability and commercial auto coverage.\n\nServing homeowners, HOAs, landscapers, and tree services in Wilkesboro, North Wilkesboro, Boone, Blowing Rock, Elkin, Statesville, Hickory, Winston-Salem, and Lake Norman. Request a free stump grinding quote today.

Stump Grinding
Stump Grinding
Silver Maple Before
Silver Maple After
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Silver Line Construction Plus
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 10 years of experience, I take pride in my quality craftsmanship. We are owner operated, and believe in building long-term relationships with our clients by delivering honesty along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and customer service. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. Give us a call today! We look forward to working with you!

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in remodeling and repair work. With over 10 years of experience, we take an enormous amount of pride in the attention of detail put into each of the projects we are involved in. We are known for our quality work and the integrity of our business practices. Have an emergency? You can count on us to answer the call and we will be happy to help. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today for a quote!

Master bedroom
Master bedroom
Front hall
Living area
Entry

+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Kikers Tree Service & Stump Removal
Kikers Tree Service & Stump Removal
4.2(
155
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Cleveland, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Having seen this companies workforce, I knew a good deal about cleanliness, equipment etc. before hiring. I also checked neighbors before and after. I did contact several others not on Angie's List but "certified" types or with certified arborist on staff that didn't even reply. Another was honest gardener tree care that was on Angie's List was very prompt answered call but was equipped to do my job."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Trees should be pruned every two to five years, depending on its age and type. Young trees should be inspected and pruned every two to three years. Mature trees should be inspected and trimmed every three to five years, and fruit trees should be pruned annually with a careful eye on seasonal growth. Evergreens typically don’t need pruning, unless branches or limbs are damaged, diseased, or harboring pests.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

The best time to prune Japanese flowering cherry trees depends on where you live and the type of flowering cherry tree. Some trees benefit from being pruned toward the end of winter or early spring, after the last freeze. Meanwhile, other trees do well after blooming, in late spring or early summer. Avoid pruning your flowering cherry tree in the early winter, as this encourages open wounds that can lead to infections or infestations. 

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.

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.

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