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Hyler's Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Greg came out and gave us a great quote for trees we needed removed. He was out a little over a week later to do the work. He and his crew were very courteous and hard workers. They removed 26 leyland cypress trees for me in a very precarious location with ease. We even had them add in another tree and they got all of them down in one day and came back the following morning to clean up and get the rest of the tree trunks. I will recommend this company to anyone and everyone. Actually am giving them another reference today. Great work Greg, wife and crew!!! Thank you for doing such great work in a short amount of time for a great price."
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Hyler Tree Service
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very happy with the work. Will definitely recommend to anyone needing tree work."
Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Big Axe Tree Service LLC
5.0(
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Tree Removal

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Big Axe Tree Service is our go-to for tree removal and grading. They is reasonable and show up when they say. We highly recommend them!"
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Tree Worx
4.4(
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tree Worx was dependable, completed the job as discussed, effectively finished the job and cleaned their work area! Highly recommend-"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Huskins Stump Grinding
4.9(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything about the service was great but I could not give perfect score because I expected the yard would be cleaned when they finished. I was not told and did not know that the holes would be left open and all the sawdust and dirt piled all around. I am disabled and elderly. I am still trying to find help to fill the holes and clean up the mounds of sawdust. And that will cost more! Mr Huskens was very kind, and communicated with me throughout the process, and even made a trip back to me to give the receipt for my payment."
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Sweet Carolina Tree Care
4.7(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Hickory, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They are professional and detailed. They removed the tree the mess and made a neat pill from stump grinding. I appreciate the care they took care of my property. I will highly recommend Samuel and his team to anyone."
Response time40 mins
Response rate91%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Using Epsom salt to kill a tree stump typically takes between six and 12 months. While this may seem like a long time, it is significantly faster than the natural decomposition process, which can take up to seven years. This method is a viable DIY option for stumps that do not pose an immediate hazard. If you need a faster solution, you can hire a professional for stump removal or grinding, though this may cause more damage to the surrounding ground.

You will know that an oak tree needs to be removed when you see vertical cracks or dead branch stubs, which indicate internal decay. Other signs include trunk rot near the base of the tree and sprouts or small branches coming from the trunk.

For small trees, tree removal should take just a couple of hours to complete. Assume that a mid-sized tree will take between four and eight hours, depending on the extent of the equipment required and the health of the tree. Remember to add up to two hours for stump removal. Larger trees could take as long as one or two working days, about eight hours each.

Palm trees aren’t much different than your typical tree removal. Removing a palm tree is a standard procedure as long as pros have the proper tools and supplies. For DIYers, however, there are some risks associated with palm tree removal. Palm trees have spiky fronds, bark, and patches of hefty wood. So, it’s best to let an experienced tree service pro remove a palm tree.

Opt for a barefoot tree. Pros harvest barefoot trees when they’re dormant (leafless). They shake the dirt from the root ball and pack it in moist material. 

These trees can cost half as much as the trees at your local nursery, and you can buy them online—so there’s a much wider selection. Just make sure you keep your barefoot tree cool until you’re ready to plant it.

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