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Top-Rated Arborists in Elizabethtown - Updated Nov 2026

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Strickland Tree
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Elizabethtown, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"★★★★★ I’m so glad I chose Strickland Tree Cutters! Brandon arrived promptly, knew exactly how to handle the job, and completed the work efficiently. His kindness and professionalism made the entire experience even better. If you need dependable tree service from someone who knows his craft, I highly recommend Brandon. He’ll be my first call for future tree work!"
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Joseph's Tree Removal & Yard Care LLC
4.2(
50
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Elizabethtown, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Joseph was delightful. Very friendly and professional. He was flexible in when he came. He worked so fast that he actually finished and left our house before we got home! I had to ask him to come back so I could pay him, which thankfully wasn't an issue at all. Certainly recommend and would hire again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
M&D Property Solutions
4.5(
23
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Elizabethtown, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It has worked out so well for me and my family. And yeah, please do it all day. Please let me know if I can help. Please let me know when I get home, and I will be home in the next few days. Please let me know when I can get you. Please let me know when I get back. Please let me know if I need anything else. Please let me know if I can get you a text or text me or text or call me when I can."
Master bedroom
Master bedroom
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+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Rough Cut Land Management
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Elizabethtown, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

We are a dependable, hardworking company providing quality landscaping, excavation, land clearing, drainage, and grading services throughout Lumberton and the surrounding areas.\n\nWhether you need a yard leveled, standing water corrected, a driveway repaired, land cleared, or a property prepared for construction, we are ready to help. We take pride in honest communication, quality workmanship, and making sure every customer is satisfied with the finished result.\n\nWe handle everything from small residential projects to larger excavation and site-preparation jobs. No job is too small to get our attention, and we work hard to provide reliable service and fair pricing.\n\nContact us today for an estimate. We look forward to helping you improve your property!

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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

A few signs a tree may be dead is if the leaves are dead and there are no signs of new blooms. You can also perform a scratch test on some of the branches to check the condition of the cambium layer beneath the bark.

If it is green, it is still alive, but if several are dry, brittle, and brown, the tree may be dying or dead. Always consult an arborist before assuming your tree is dead because you may be able to save it.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

You don’t always need a permit to grind a stump, but you might need one depending on your location and the stump’s surroundings. Permits are often needed if the stump is part of a protected tree species, near public areas or utility lines, or close to environmentally sensitive zones like wetlands. Some cities also regulate noise and work hours. Always check local rules before grinding, and contact your city or county office if you're unsure.

No, you cannot plant a tree above a gas line. Tree roots grow and spread over time and can sometimes dent, crack, or penetrate a gas line. Those same roots may also cause accessibility problems for maintenance or repairs. You can generally plant vegetation with non-invasive root systems, low-growing vegetation, and flower beds near gas lines. 

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