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Avatar for Hyler's Tree Service
Hyler's Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hylers Tree Service is a very professional and qualified company that provides excellent tree removing services. They completed the job in a timely manner along with cleaning up the worksite. A very great team to hire for all your tree, stump and shrub needs!"
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+4

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hyler Tree Service
4.8(
38
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I highly recommend Hyler Tree Service. Greg and his team showed up on time and did a great job. They cut down and removed 3 trees behind my home and also removed a tree that fell onto my neighbors yard. He worked to do minimal damage to my yard, and his teams clean-up was very good. His charge to do all the work was honest and reasonable. His wife Mindy called quickly to set up an appointment for the quote and also returned my call quickly when I left a message. If I ever need tree service again, I will call Hyler Tree Service."
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Big Axe Tree Service LLC
5.0(
10
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Tree Removal

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Big Axe Tree Service is our go-to for tree removal and grading. They is reasonable and show up when they say. We highly recommend them!"
Old NC 18 Grubbing
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Old NC 18 Grubbing

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Huskins Stump Grinding
4.9(
11
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Sawmills, 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."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Tree Worx
4.4(
107
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Tree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tree Worx was dependable, completed the job as discussed, effectively finished the job and cleaned their work area! Highly recommend-"
Response time4 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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DB's Landworks
5.0(
7
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, timely at a good price, actually hired him to perform another project after the excavation and clearing of the storm damage and again they exceeded expectations. at a great price definitely my go to person."
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Alexander Excavating, LLC
4.9(
10
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Tree Removal

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Alexander Excavating are very professional and are experienced very well in their business. We hired them to bring crush and run for our driveway, (approximately 125ft) plus widening of the space in front of our garage. They were here to do the job within 2 days and did prove to be very good at their job! They used a dump truck to deliver the product (approx. 17 ton) of the crush and run (our specific job took 2-1/2 loads to complete) and used a skid steer to spread the gravel to extend from our garage to the back of our house and down the 125 ft driveway. They did a very excellent job and proved to be very quick and thorough in their work and we are so very happy with the way it turned out! We would highly recommend them to take care of your driveway needs and they are very knowledgeable in the type of product necessary to complete the job. Pricing was very comparable and they definitely took great care of us and our driveway needs!"
Land clearing
Land clearing
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+31

Response time2 days
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Landsculptors Design Group
4.8(
6
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Sawmills, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great job, professional and efficient. Even blew off my driveway. Will use them again."
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Patio Project
Patio Project
Patio Project
Walkway

+21

Response time9 hrs
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Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If an arborist is certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), the highest level of certification available is ISA Board Certified Master Arborist. According to the ISA, this credential is reserved for arborists “who have reached the pinnacle of their profession.” Check your arborist’s credentials before hiring to confirm their level of training and expertise.

While the trees in your backyard are good for the environment and look beautiful, they could present a danger to your home under the wrong circumstances. This task is typically beyond the capabilities of the average homeowner due to its dangerous nature, so it’s best to leave this task to a professional. In some cities, it’s even illegal to remove a tree yourself.

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

Palm tree stumps can take as long as seven to ten years to rot naturally. Whereas some tree stumps rot within a year, palm trees tend to last longer due to their deep root networks. Chemical rotting (described above) can help speed the process up so your palm tree stumps rot in under two months.

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