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Top-Rated Arborists in Four Oaks - Updated Nov 2026

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Cardona's Tree Service
4.9(
139
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Tree Removal

Serving Four Oaks, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A very professional organization from start to finish. They removed 24 very large and very tall pine trees from my cramped back yard in one day. Their price was well below all my five other estimates. They were meticulous in cleaning up after job completion. After they left, it was difficult to tell theyâ d ever been here - except for the missing 24 trees. Cardona Tree Service does business the way business used to be done: They do what they contract to do, they arrive on time, they clean up after the job, and they charge a fair price. I give Cardona Tree Service my highest possible recommendation."
Tree Sevices
Tree Removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree Service

+50

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mr. Beaver Tree Service
4.9(
68
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Four Oaks, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"This team is outstanding! They are professional and extremely competent. They were on time, cordial and delivered services that were beyond expectation. This is the second time we worked with Oscar and his team and we highly recommend them. The guys went above and beyond and even used the tree stump to make some outdoor log chairs and a table for our family. All the neighbors are envious! We will always use this company for all our tree cutting and landscaping needs. Teresa was amazingly helpful and always responsive."
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+10

Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JP Lawn Care
4.9(
18
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Four Oaks, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jarrett did an excellent job cleaning up our yard and removing all the junk! He is very dependable and reasonably priced! He was very easy to work with and we will continue to use him to mow our grass! Thank you again, Jarrett!"
Response time10 hrs
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
WTF Construction
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Four Oaks, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Mike did an incredible job. Honest guy at a very reasonable price. We were in the middle of a job change and having a new baby so I really didn't have the ability to manage the day-to-day progress. Mike's team took care of everything and we now spend all day out on our new porch!"
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Most experts recommend removing a tree that has sustained more than 25% loss in the limbs, trunk, or circumference of the bark. Doing an initial trimming of damaged and dangling branches, but then waiting a few days of monitoring to decide how much more you might need to cut can help you better assess the total damage to the tree. However, consulting a tree maintenance pro to make this determination the best course of action before removing a tree.

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

Any cutting of tree roots can hurt or kill a tree, which is why it's recommended you don’t do it unless the roots are damaging or invasive on a nearby structure like your home. You should never cut more than 15 percent of above-ground tree roots at one time. If you have any questions about cutting tree roots, contact your local arborist.

White vinegar does not kill ivy on trees because its acetic acid concentration is not high enough to overpower it. Vinegar is an effective herbicide for weeds and other plants, but not for the strength of most ivies, including poison ivy and English ivy. You should use an herbicide to kill ivy, such as one with glyphosate, imazapyr, or triclopyr.

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