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Top-Rated Arborists in Lake Lure - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for ARBORSTONE LLC
ARBORSTONE LLC
4.9(
56
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a huge pine tree next to our house that was hollow up to about 8' Michael put this job as one that needed to be done sooner rather than later. Michael and his team of arborists showed up on time and ready to busy. They were professional and courteous in every way imaginable. They cleaned up all debris before leaving at the end of a long day. The team worked together like clockwork. No one had to be told what to do next. There are a lot of companies who could benefit from learning such teamwork. Extremely happy with the outcome."
Crane work
Removal of large oak limbs over the house
Commercial paving
Commercial paving
Commercial paving

+18

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for JMS Tree Service LLC
JMS Tree Service LLC
4.9(
22
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JMS tree service was great. I had a tree removed. It was a very pleasant experience. They where on time. Very efficient and professional. Tree was taken down and all limbs removed. I will use them again and I highly recommend them to others."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Carolina Tree Service
4.8(
59
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Tree Removal

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I have used this company on 3 different occasions so obviously they do great work. Jerman has always provided excellent customer service and goes above and beyond to make sure I am happy with the job. Jerman and his team removed an incredible amount of English ivy from my property, have cut down and removed several very large trees, and even made a fire pit circle out of cut logs. They also cut up and stacked firewood from a tree they cut down. You could not ask for a better tree removal service!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for DB's Landworks
DB's Landworks
5.0(
8
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, timely at a good price, actually hired him to perform another project after the excavation and clearing of the storm damage and again they exceeded expectations. at a great price definitely my go to person."
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Mendoza trimming
4.6(
14
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hired Mendoza Trimming to straighten a tree, apply mulch, replace rose bushes and trim some overgrown bushes. Had to be flexible on which day work was completed, but once that day came, he had a team of five or six workers show up and perform the work. They did FANTASTIC job. Cleared all leaves before applying new mulch, trimmed bushes to the size I asked, put roses in as I asked, took away all the debris, and the property looks great. Price was higher than I originally expected, but after seeing the crew and work, felt that I got a great value. Sorry for night photos, that's all I could take while submitting this review tonight."
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+2

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Royal Park Property Maintenance
Royal Park Property Maintenance
4.4(
76
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jose and his team are professionals and very capable. He was able to come out and give me a quote the day I called him and the crew was here the next day to complete the work. I had several trees removed. Crew was courteous and did a great job cleaning up after. I will use this company in the future and highly recommend them."
Response time2 days
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

You can find pruning paints and sealants for trees, but you shouldn’t use them on a topped tree. Coatings like these often inhibit the tree’s healing process. An important exception is if there are dangerous fungi nearby that the tree is particularly vulnerable to, like oaks and oak wilt. Sealing cuts can help prevent fungi from taking root.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

The best time to prune Japanese flowering cherry trees depends on where you live and the type of flowering cherry tree. Some trees benefit from being pruned toward the end of winter or early spring, after the last freeze. Meanwhile, other trees do well after blooming, in late spring or early summer. Avoid pruning your flowering cherry tree in the early winter, as this encourages open wounds that can lead to infections or infestations. 

You may need permission to take a tree down. Check with your local ordinances about rules regarding tree removal and to gain any necessary permits. Check with your local ordinances or the fire department if you plan to burn the stump. Make sure you have all the steps in place before removing the tree, or contact a local tree removal service.

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