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ARBORSTONE LLC
4.9(
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Serving Old Fort, NC and surrounding areas

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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 Old Fort, NC and surrounding areas

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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
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Nicolas Tree Service
4.7(
87
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Serving Old Fort, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nicolas tree service did a fabulous job and ensured we were completely satisfied before they left. They were also punctual and professional. We highly recommend them for any tree service needs."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
San's Tree Service Inc
4.8(
139
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Serving Old Fort, NC and surrounding areas

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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 time3 hrs
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JMS Tree Service LLC
4.9(
22
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Serving Old Fort, NC and surrounding areas

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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%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Premier Tree Services
4.9(
25
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Serving Old Fort, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Showed up on time to give an estimate, got the job done quickly even though the stu.p grinder guy didn't show up. Cleaned up nicely before they left."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Highland Stump Shredder, LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Old Fort, NC and surrounding areas

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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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Oaks&Roots
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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High Lonesome Timber
5.0(
9
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Serving Old Fort, NC and surrounding areas

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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."
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Tree Removal
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Tree Removal
Tree Removal

+7

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Above All Tree Service
4.8(
44
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Serving Old Fort, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time I have used Ruben and his crew. They are the best! Not just the work but the prices too! They are also very kind, after one of my trees were cut the foreman notice the stump had an "Owl" formation and instead of hauling asked me if I wanted to keep it. It was perfect because I teach. :-) they even set up for me in yard. they will never take advantage of you."
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Response time10 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Bleach can potentially kill some types of delicate ornamental trees, but for the most part, it will only kill the foliage it comes in contact with. Applying bleach is not an effective method of killing a tree. A better option is to use an herbicide, which is a chemical compound designed to effectively kill a tree. 

Late winter is ideal, but if you’re pruning apple trees in the spring, prune them as early as possible in the season. You want to ensure your tree is just creeping out of dormancy and hasn’t started pushing out new growth. If you prune your tree too late into spring, you generally won’t see results until the following year.

That said, there’s no pruning season for unhealthy growth. Remove dead, dying, or diseased branches as soon as you notice them, regardless of the time of year.

Tree roots can take weeks to years to die, depending on the method you use. Chemical herbicides take the least amount of time—typically between three and four weeks—while homemade methods, like covering an old stump with leaves, could take between seven and eight years. If you’re unsure which method to use or how quickly you need to act, consulting with a pro is always a good idea.

The ideal time to prune a tree depends on the type of tree. Typically, late winter or early spring is a good time to prune but isn't always the case for "towering trees." It's best to trim when trees are dormant and before blooms appear but can vary depending on the tree type. It's always best to research the type of tree or ask a professional tree trimmer to determine when is the perfect time to prune your tree.

Most plum trees are pruned into a vase or open wine glass shape. They’ll have a shorter central leader (the trunk) that supports three to four main branches. Of course, this isn't always the case. If you have a European plum tree, you can grow it in a pyramid shape. Let the central leader extend the length of the tree and prune smaller branches to create the pyramid.

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