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Top-Rated Tree service pros in Highlands - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Mendoza Tree Expert - Tree Care Services
Mendoza Tree Expert - Tree Care Services
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this tree service and they came out exactly when we came up with a time and date...They were VERY professional all the way and his workers also were extremely nice and professional. This was the very first tree service I ever had and they got a very dangerous tree down with no problems...I got LOTS of tree's that still need coming down and I WILL be calling them back again for those services....They were reasonable and I would recommend them...They are the best in my eye!!. thank you!! for your help and service!!"
Removing Logs
Our Newest Addition to the Fleet
Tree Climbing
Raising Canopy on Oak
Removing Dangerous Pine Boundary

+2

Response time12 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Holly Forest Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming+5 more

Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Holly Forest Tree Service did a large project for me to include trimming out trees so they would not hit the house in one of these high-wind storms, thinning out two huge monkey pine trees, trimming bushes, removing a small tree, and removing a huge old walnut tree. The reason for removing the walnut tree was it was starting to rot in the middle and I was afraid it would fall onto the small one-way bridge located right next to it and cause severe damage. This bridge is the only ingress and egress for several homes in the neighborhood and having the bridge out of service for even one day would be a nightmare for a lot of people. The workers did not mess around and they worked from the time they got here until the time they left (with a short lunch period). I never saw them sitting idly by or stopping to chat or talk on their cell phone. They have a strong work ethic and did an exemplary clean up job. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for tree service."
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+11

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chalo's Tree Service
5.0(
5
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Tree TrimmingTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal+3 more

Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I cannot praise the work done by Chalo's Tree Service enough. They quoted us a great price, worked around our schedule, and provided amazing service. If you are in western NC and you are able to hire them. Do it right away."
Tree Removal
Tree services
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Franco Landscaping, Hardscaping & Maintaining
Franco Landscaping, Hardscaping & Maintaining
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"They were on time. The price seemed very fair for the hard work that was done. The project looks great. These men inspected the job, estimated the cost, scheduled the work, and came and knocked it all out in four days. They removed the existing RR Tie Stairs, and then, cut new installed them with rebar, and cleaned up the site. Looks fantastic. Highly recommend."
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+18

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Summit Land Development, LLC.
Summit Land Development, LLC.
4.4(
23
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Highlands, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon, Scott and crew did an absolutely great job on my project. I had them remove stumps, level and grade for a garage. They were great to work with, kept me informed and finished up on time. They were knowledgeable, professional and honest. I heartily recommend them for your dirtwork. Will call upon them again before starting any other dirt work."
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+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

Hiring an arborist costs around $900 on average, with prices ranging from $250 to $2,500 or more. Some arborists charge an hourly rate, typically between $100 and $350 per hour. The final cost depends on several factors, including the type of work, the number of trees, accessibility, and whether you hire an independent arborist or a larger tree service company. When hiring, you should also consider their experience and insurance coverage.

Below are some estimated costs for common arborist jobs:

  • Small tree removal: $300 to $500

  • Large tree removal: $500 to $2,000 or more

  • Tree health assessment: $150

  • Trimming a small tree: $75 to $200

  • Trimming a large tree: $150 to $400

  • Dealing with invasive species: $150 to $1,000 or more

You should prune ornamental trees once every other year after the fruit has matured and begun to drop. You should also prune out dead branches whenever you see them. Pruning too often can stimulate more growth, especially in faster growing varieties like Bradford pears.

Unfortunately, if you cut the top off a palm tree, it will die. Instead of budding or branching out, the top begins to slowly rot. That's why having a professional tree trimming at least twice a year is a good idea. If you don’t have experience with trimming your palm tree, you might accidentally cut the top off, leaving a dead and rotting tree in your wake.

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

Yes, cutting a tree's roots can cause it to fall, particularly if major support roots are severed. In extreme cases, trimming roots can affect the tree's structure and stability. Many crucial roots are located just below the soil's surface. If you make severe cuts to roots more than 2 inches in diameter, you risk impacting the tree's water flow and its ability to withstand severe winds or storms. Even cutting roots less than half an inch in diameter under or outside the tree's canopy can cut off its water supply, causing it to decline, die, and eventually topple.

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