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Last update on June 22, 2026

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Avatar for Grind and Gone Stump Grinding
Grind and Gone Stump Grinding
5.0(
261
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The owner, Mr. McKown, has an awesome personality, offers fair in estimates and pricing, and does tree removal and stump grinding with great speed. I highly recommend. Trust my rating as I am very critical of services and rarely award 5 stars to anyone."
10 foot mound with 4 foot stump
10 foot mound with 4 foot stump
Driveway stump
Driveway stump complete
Stump Grind

+10

Response time2 hrs
Response rate99%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Avatar for Carolina Landscaping and Tree Services LLC
Carolina Landscaping and Tree Services LLC
4.9(
14
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steven and his crew were able to come to my residence for the requested work the next day. They showed up on time, and performed the required tree limb removal & haul away in under 2 hours. They left the job site totally clean, and without any equipment damage to my lawn. I highly recommend Carolina Lawn and Tree for your next tree service needs!"
Jimmy
Jimmy
Jimmy
David
David

+57

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Kelley's Tree Services
5.0(
13
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kelley's Tree Service came through for me and did outstanding work ! I am so happy with their very reliable and affordable services. I had an ugly tree for years and they got the job done in one day and all the cleanup! I was so impressed !! They got rid of my stump as well and evened out my ground. Very polite workers and easy to work with the company to get what you want exactly done !!! Thank you again Kelley's Tree Service for your hard work and making my yard look great !!"
Tree removal
Tree removal
Tree removal
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+52

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FIRST CHOICE TREE EXPERT CORP
4.9(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"First Choice Tree Expert, Juan A. Garcia, and his team did an amazing job. They expertly tackled a very tall, partially dead pin oak tree on our front lawn needing to be removed, plus stump grinding and removal of a giant limb from our roof. This was a tough job, and we were on a deadline. First Choice really came through for us. We highly recommend Juan and his team. Thank you!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evans Stump Grinding
5.0(
22
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Tree Stump - Remove

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The job was done on time and better than I expected. I would recommend him to all my family and friends."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AM cutts and property services
4.4(
28
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: Quick response

"Jeff and his team were wonderful to work with! Timely arrival and left my yard clean and tidy after clearing out a lot of space. Would definitely hire again!"
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+45

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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J Tree Service, LLC
5.0(
6
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business

Serving Locust, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"J was professional, he and his crew arrived on time and cleaned everything when they were done. I would highly recommend!"
tree service
Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The recovery time for pruning depends on how much you prune, the species of tree, and how well you care for it afterward. All trees grow new wood and often sprout additional branches after pruning. Ideally, trees should recover from normal pruning after one or two years. Heavy pruning or slow-growing trees may take several years to fully recover.

A dead tree should always be cut down, because it could fall and cause injuries or damage, and it can also attract insects like carpenter ants. A tree that’s diseased beyond repair should also be cut down, but it’s not always easy for a homeowner to tell. Signs of disease include dying branches, a hollow trunk, leaning, and discolored or missing leaves, but your best bet is to hire a local arborist who can evaluate the tree and tell you if it can be saved or should be cut down.

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.

Not all leaning trees are dangerous, but they can be a hazard as gravity may eventually cause them to fall. A key factor is whether the lean is new or has been present for a long time. Trees that have grown with a lean for years are not typically an immediate danger, but a sudden lean is a cause for concern as it often indicates weakening roots. If a tree is leaning more than 15% from vertical, you should consider having it straightened or transplanted. To be safe, it's always best to hire a professional arborist to inspect any leaning tree to assess the risk and avoid potential accidents.

Dead trees are dangerous for several reasons. They are structurally compromised and prone to branch or trunk failure, which can pose a significant safety risk to people, vehicles, and nearby structures. Dead trees can also harbor pests like termites, which may spread to other trees or your home. If a tree died from a disease, it could spread the illness to healthy trees. Additionally, the dry wood is highly flammable, increasing fire risk.

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