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  • Average homeowner rating star icon4.7
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  • Verified reviews icon374
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Top-Rated Arborists in Lake Lure - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Ochoa Tree Service
Ochoa Tree Service
4.7(
244
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Tree Removal

Serving Lake Lure, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tony was an absolute pleasure. He and his crew were as nice as they were professional. They did a spectacular job and left my home and lawn cleaner than when they arrived. You will not get a better price or a better job anywhere else. Highly recommend!"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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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%
34 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
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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

"This company got shoveled of all the snow in our driveway, sidewalk and steps. Very professional and punctual. They did a wonderful job. This company risked their lives by driving to our house as secondary roads on their route still had snow. The crew were extremely kind and patient. My husband and I have had health issues, so we were not able to do this ourselves. We would hire again."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

DIY is risky and not recommended for large trees; professional services ensure safe removal and proper disposal.

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.

You can trim just one side of the tree, especially when that side is growing near something like a power line or a home. Pros will carefully trim the tree back until it is safe from that structure. While this is common, it also needs to be done with the utmost care, as pruning or trimming away at one side of the tree may make it structurally unsound. This instance is yet another where hiring a pro is wise, especially if power lines are involved.

Planting trees far enough from your foundation will protect your home from root damage, but if you’re dealing with existing trees, you can still guard against roots. Root barriers form a physical boundary that will prevent roots from encroaching on your foundation and can help save you from expensive foundation repair costs.

You may wonder whether tree removal is tax deductible: Tree removal is not tax-deductible for homeowners unless it's related to a federally declared disaster. In that case, the cost may qualify as a casualty loss. However, if you own a commercial property, like a rental home, tree removal could be deductible if it's necessary for safety, maintenance, or part of a larger capital improvement project, and you must hire a professional tree removal service and keep documentation. Always consult a tax professional beforehand to see if you qualify.

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