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Top-Rated Arborists in Morehead City - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Adam's Tree Service
Adam's Tree Service
5.0(
5
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+2 more

Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"Adam's Tree Service did an amazing job with the five (5) trees I wanted taken down, taken away, and grinding down the stumps!! Had two other companies (referred by someone) come by and one agreed to a price, but never showed back up. After that, I looked up a tree service and Adam's Tree Service popped up. I called, and Adam's Tree Service was able to come by my property that day and we agreed on a price. The price was so reasonable for what I was asking. He told me that it could take his crew about 3 weeks before getting started but would call me to let me know when they will start (this is vacation property). Because of the price I was quoted, I worried that it would be another no show. Well, after only two weeks, I received a phone call to let me know that they would be at the property. When I returned to the property, all the work was done, and I was very satisfied!! I spoke with my neighbors who told me that she had never seen a tree service crew work as well as this crew worked. She said that she had spoken with them and they were very polite and worked hard. If I have any other trees to be removed, I will be calling Adam's Tree Service!!!! Also, I would highly recommend their services to everyone!!!!"
Bucket Truck
Bucket Truck
Before and after
Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Perfect Lawn and Home
4.4(
12
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Adam is very professional, on time, thorough. Estimated completion of painting ceilings and walls in three bedrooms, dining room, kitchen, livingroom was 5 days. Job was completed in 3 days."
Outdoor Storage Construction
Flagstone Patio
Lawn Maintenance
Lawn Care
Land and Lot Clearing

+7

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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WR Land Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Tree Removal

Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used WCR Hauling on several occasion. The young man, Wade, that has come to my house is prompt and hard working. WCR hauled away a bunch of items that I just didn't know how to get rid of. They did it quickly, cleanly, and their prices were very fair. Especially when you consider that he had to take my stuff to a dump and cover those prices. I would highly recommend them without hesitation."
Forestry Mulching
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
South East Property Preservation
5.0(
1
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Tree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

South East Property Preservation is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 12 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. \n

Response time40 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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C Gull Tree Service
4.6(
69
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service, affordably priced and executed with military-style efficiency! These folks were right on time and removed two dead trees completely from our property in a few short hours. Karl the owner personally came out to supervise the work and led by example, hauling away much of the downed tree himself. I highly recommend this company for your tree removal needs!"
Large Tree Removal
Tree Trimming
Brush Hogging/Tractor Work
Land Clearing
Land Clearing/Stump Grinding

+19

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Pruning a tree is a yearly DIY job that involves removing small dead branches, leaves, and blooms to help the tree grow bigger and stronger. You can often complete the job with basic home gardening tools. Trimming a tree, however, removes larger sections to control the direction the tree grows in and protects your home, utility wires, and yard from potentially dangerous branches.

If you’re taking down a tree that you don’t suspect is affected by disease or pests and it’s nowhere near your home or other structures, then calling in a tree company should work fine. However, anything more involved means an arborist is a better option. These pros have years of experience with tree removal and can safely take down trees located next to structures, and they have the tools, sanitization equipment, and experience to remove sick or dying trees without infecting nearby trees. 

A few signs a tree may be dead is if the leaves are dead and there are no signs of new blooms. You can also perform a scratch test on some of the branches to check the condition of the cambium layer beneath the bark.

If it is green, it is still alive, but if several are dry, brittle, and brown, the tree may be dying or dead. Always consult an arborist before assuming your tree is dead because you may be able to save it.

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.

Before you cut down a dead palm tree, try to revive it using the methods listed above. However, there are instances when it makes sense to remove a dead palm tree, including:

  • The heavily infected tree will infect nearby trees, bushes, and plants.

  • The palm’s roots are overtaking your yard, foundation, and sidewalk and causing structural damage.

  • The tree is unstable and a hazard to your property, your neighbor’s property, and pedestrians.

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