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Brinker Tree and Land Service
4.9(
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason and his crew worked efficiently and quickly to take down our 50 + foot tree. They cleaned up and barely knew they had been here. We are having them come back to trim out a few other trees on the property. Great to work with, we would definitely recommend them for your project!!"
Soundview Farm
Beau Rivage golf course
Myrtle Grove
Myrtle Grove
Myrtle Grove

+5

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Forest Outdoor Living, LLC
5.0(
11
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Forest Outdoor Living LLC is your industry expert in Wilmington and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will ensure that we will treat your home, as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, we look forward to working with you!\n

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Monkey Junction Tree Services
5.0(
12
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience working with Samuel and Alberto. I had them check some bushes on both of the Lansdowne entrances signs that developed mold, and they handled everything professionally from start to finish. The bushes were large (around 8 ft) with big stumps, and they removed them carefully and efficiently. Fair pricing and helped with the cracked left the edge on the neighborhood sign. Highly recommend."
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MJ Tree Service before - January 2026

+54

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Garden of Eva Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
208
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Garden of Eva did a great job transforming my yard to a much nicer looking area. The guys who were here, Scottie, etc were very friendly and answered all my questions. The only thing I would suggest is perhaps a handout with instructions on what and how to water and how often.. Good service over all and especially letting me pay in installment plan. Thannks."
Yard Makeover w/fountain
before makeover
Yard Makeover w/fountain
Pool area makeover
pool area before

+8

Response time9 hrs
129 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Universal Green Garden Landscaping, Inc.
4.6(
44
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Complete overhaul of my yard. Cleaning up, sod install, irrigation system, creating plant beds, and mulching. Brought the most beautiful top soil Iâ ve ever seen! All done in a timely efficient manner. Thank you Fernando."
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+16

Response time7 hrs
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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McFarland Land Clearing
5.0(
5
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Serving Northwest, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did awesome job, easy to work with. They are family ran, work was done in a timely manner. I had trees removed and stumps grinder, was completely satisfied would hire again."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

Consumers typically do not need to worry about the cost of tree insurance, as professional tree service companies pay for their own coverage. For a tree service business, an average U.S. policy covering about $1 million in general liability costs roughly $40 a month or $500 a year. More extensive policies, providing between $500,000 to $2 million in coverage, can cost between $3,000 and $6,000 annually, depending on the company's size and scope of work. Tree service professionals should speak with an insurance company to determine the right plan for their business.

Though summer is not ideal, you can do some light pruning during this time of year. Just make sure it’s not excessive. Vigorous pruning will stress the tree and impact next year’s growth. Generally, August to September are the best summer-pruning months, particularly for fruit trees.

Ivy eventually kills trees by restricting its growth, blocking sunlight, absorbing nutrients and water from the soil, and weakening the tree. Trees with ivy are more likely to experience diseases, pests, rot, and fungi growth. When ivy weighs down tree branches, the tree is more likely to break during a storm and cause damage.

No. Most of the time, suckers are only a sign that the tree is experiencing stress. However, they can also be the canary in the coal mine, letting you know that something else is stressing your tree. If you have lots of suckers on your tree, calling in an arborist or a tree care expert is always a good call to determine the cause and develop a solution that de-stresses your tree.

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