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Avatar for ARBORSTONE LLC
ARBORSTONE LLC
4.9(
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Serving Marion, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Effective. Efficient. Did the project well. No BS. Owner is a licensed Arborist and a great communicator. Would highly recommend this company. Mark S"
Crane work
Removal of large oak limbs over the house
Commercial paving
Commercial paving
Commercial paving

+18

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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M & T Friendly Tree Service
4.8(
72
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Serving Marion, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They arrived on time with a full crew and all of the necessary equipment. They removed 7 trees with stump grinding as well as pruned other areas. This is the second time I have used them. Excellent service both times."
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+13

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Nicolas Tree Service
4.7(
87
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Serving Marion, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The supervisor explained the process and answered my questions thoroughly when giving me his quote. The tree climber and ground worker were in sync and stayed focused on the task. They followed their instructions and made sure I was satisfied with the results upon completion. I highly recommend Nicolas Tree Company for their tree removal expertise. Elaine, Swannanoa NC"
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
San's Tree Service Inc
4.8(
139
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Serving Marion, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired this company for tree removal, and they did an outstanding job from start to finish. They safely removed several large trees from my property, worked efficiently, and handled everything with great care. The crew was knowledgeable, well-organized, and made sure the area was completely clean before they left. Excellent service—highly recommended for any tree removal needs!"
Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Highland Stump Shredder, LLC
Highland Stump Shredder, LLC
5.0(
12
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Serving Marion, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did an excellent job. Arrived exactly at 9:00 a.m. and worked the entire day... I had about 12 stumps that needed to be ground down, and each one was done precisely as we discussed before starting. I would recommend this professional for any necessary stump grinding, including those in hard to reach areas."
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Before flush cut
Learn Center Playgrd
Oaks&Roots
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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High Lonesome Timber
5.0(
9
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Serving Marion, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We’ve had the pleasure of working with Isak and High Lonesome Timber several times now at a couple of different homes over the last few years. Isak and his team have done excellent work every time, they’re professional, courteous, work safely and clearly have a thoughtful approach to their craft. I worked as a general contractor for 20 years so I’ve had the opportunity to work with a lot of subcontractors in my life and Isak and team are truly top-notch. I would definitely recommend High Lonesome Timber to anyone looking for tree trimming or tree removal services."
Tree Removal
Tree Removal
Tree Remval
Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Huskins Stump Grinding
4.9(
11
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Serving Marion, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rodney Huskins did a fantastic job! He not only contacted me right away, he came out the same day and gave me a very competitive price. He scheduled the work the following week and showed up as promised. I will use him again when the need arises."
Before Grinding of Uproot
Finished Uproot
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Los Romero's Tree Service
4.7(
49
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Serving Marion, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I live in the mountains and he was my go to tree guy. I had a ranch with animals and tress and he was the best. Used him for 20 years; kept me happy. excellent , deserves the best!"
All types treeservice
White oak tree
All types of tree service
All types of tree service
Vine sycamore tree remova

+15

Response time4 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

Since summer is a busy time for tree companies, the cheapest time of year to remove a tree is during the winter. February and March are typically the prime time to hire a tree removal pro, and some homeowners living in colder climates can save around 20% off services. It depends on location and the company, but you can always shop around for the best deal.

An arborist specializes in tree care, performing tasks such as pruning, treating diseases, and removing hazardous trees. They also assess soil conditions, plant trees, and develop landscaping plans to ensure healthy growth. They also manage debris cleanup, inspect equipment, and record maintenance activities. Arborists often collaborate with landscapers and professional tree maintenance services, applying their specialized knowledge and problem-solving skills to maintain tree health and safety.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

It’s not as common for Dutch elm disease to affect other types of trees, especially if the surrounding trees aren’t elms. However, it is possible for DED to spread to other trees, particularly in northern states, like Minnesota. In fact, it’s a good idea to use geography to identify wood and determine which types of trees are in your yard. 

Unfortunately, the complex and shallow root system of elm trees makes surrounding elm trees particularly vulnerable to DED. Early discovery is key!

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