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Avatar for JD Tree Service
JD Tree Service
4.9(
70
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing!!! If you need any type of tree service call them. Very professional, showed up early, quality of work was perfect. I would highly recommend them."
JD TREE SERVICE
JD TREE SERVICE
JD TREE SERVICE
CLIMBING
JD TREE SERVICE

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Ruben's Tree Service
5.0(
100
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would highly recommend. Ruben arrived on time, got to work and took down the tree that was to be removed and cleaned up the property. He was very professional. I will hire him again if I need any more tree work done."
Tree service
Tree service
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Grind and Gone Stump Grinding
5.0(
261
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Grind and Gone Stump Grinding were amazing and if I ever need additional help with tree limbs, stumps or small trees they will be the first people I will call. Randy McKown was so professional and did an A plus job. I have already sent a copy of his card to a friend who may need his services. There are not enough accolades for great work. Thanks many times over. Ginny Fowler"
10 foot mound with 4 foot stump
10 foot mound with 4 foot stump
Driveway stump
Driveway stump complete
Stump Grind

+10

Response time2 hrs
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tony & Shelly's Tree Service, Inc.
4.8(
245
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tony and his crew did an amazing job removing a large tree. Was out there the next day and finished very fast. Has all the right equipment needed to do any tree work that is needed. Very reasonable priced. I highly recommend them and will be using them for other projects that are needed. Very experienced and professional company."
TREE SERVICE
Response time3 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Big Green Tree Lawn Care Service, Inc.
4.7(
127
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had them remove a tree that had fallen over from our lot onto some of my neighbors trees. They also trimmed several branches on some other trees and remove a couple of dead trees. They arrived early to complete the project and finished it professionally. I recommend this company for tree services."
Big Green Tree & Lawn Care Services, INC
Big Green Tree & Lawn Care Services, INC
Big Green Tree & Lawn Care Services, INC
Big Green Tree & Lawn Care Services, INC
Big Green Tree & Lawn Care Services, INC

+9

Response time10 hrs
Response rate94%
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A'S tree service corp
4.7(
38
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was so pleased with A's Tree Service Corp. They were exactly what I wanted, someone to come in and just remove all of the trees from a very overgrown property we had just purchased. The job was huge and also difficult. The trees on my property were many stories high, entangled with power lines of two houses and were in close proximity of my neighbor's houses. I was so pleased with their professionalism and dedication to removing 9 very large trees in one day, WITHOUT A PROBLEM!!!! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking into tree removal! Thank you As!!!"
We Work For You
We Do Work For You
We Do Work For You
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Transformers Landscaping, LLc
4.8(
86
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They trimmed our 30+ ft crepe myrtles, seeded, aerated, put down lime and fertilizer, then 18 cu yards of topsoil over our southern clay soil. They are also scheduled for may to come a put out weed and feed to get our lawn in golf course lush look. Mr Reyes and his workers were exemplary. They were punctual, and worked the entire 2 days to get the job done. And there pricing was better than the other 4 companies we had estimates from. They are licensed and insured. Not all companies are. Just the best people to work with. They will definitely get our business from now on. The topsoil was bought from markham landscape materials on Lakeview and wt harris. It was delivered to our home before yard prep was done. 1st day was just pruning our 5 huge crepe myrtles. Again Mr Reyes believes in perfection and we are thoroughly satisfied with workmanship, punctuality, and price. Thank you."
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TRMMING
TRIMMING
TRIMMING

+2

Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spaulding Tree Service
4.1(
222
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Outstanding work. Excellent team of workers. Initially had contracted for removal of 3 very large trees. After completing the work, decided to have an additional 2 large trees cut down. Followed instructions and moved the cut up tree pieces to exactly where I wanted them. Very highly recommended. Will be using them in the near future for sure"
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
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+120

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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FIRST CHOICE TREE EXPERT CORP
4.9(
12
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Serving Cornelius, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"First Choice Tree Expert, Juan A. Garcia, and his team did an amazing job. They expertly tackled a very tall, partially dead pin oak tree on our front lawn needing to be removed, plus stump grinding and removal of a giant limb from our roof. This was a tough job, and we were on a deadline. First Choice really came through for us. We highly recommend Juan and his team. Thank you!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Not all leaning trees are dangerous, but they can be a hazard as gravity may eventually cause them to fall. A key factor is whether the lean is new or has been present for a long time. Trees that have grown with a lean for years are not typically an immediate danger, but a sudden lean is a cause for concern as it often indicates weakening roots. If a tree is leaning more than 15% from vertical, you should consider having it straightened or transplanted. To be safe, it's always best to hire a professional arborist to inspect any leaning tree to assess the risk and avoid potential accidents.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

Depending on the severity of the damage, a tree might continue healing for years after a split or a break. Saplings can usually bounce back in the spring in one or two seasons, but larger trees might take a few years to regain their former strength. If your tree is showing strong growth and is not dropping limbs, you can consider it healed after the first two seasons.

Peach trees grow to be about 25 feet, so keep this in mind for pruning as well. If you plan to DIY, you’ll need to be comfortable working on a ladder. Without pruning, peach tree branches can sprawl nearly as wide as the tree grows tall, so make sure to plan pruning sessions at least once per year in the spring for controlled growth. And if you’re working on a ladder, be sure to follow all safety precautions, especially if you’ll be dealing with falling branches.

Most tree surgeons cost around $100 per hour or between $70 and $200 per hour for their services. You might get flat fees for more straightforward services, like a tree assessment, tree removal, stump grinding, and one-off treatments, but many times, treatments for tree diseases or pests will be charged based on an hourly rate or a per-visit rate. Since the cost of a tree surgeon can vary widely, it’s best to speak with an arborist near you to get an idea of what your particular issue will cost to correct.

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