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Top-Rated Arborists in Surf City - Updated Nov 2026

Pope's Lawncare and Landscaping
4.9(
36
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"My experience with Pope's Lawn care was outstanding from start to finish in both customer and lawn care service. I was given a fair price for complete lawn care to include weeding, edging, and cutting the grass along with trimming the hedges. When I was unable to make it home before dark to have a quote made the owner went out, made the quote, and came back out when I was available to personally go over it with me. The time from first call to service being completed was less than 24 hours. 10/10"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AJ Home Builder LLC
5.0(
8
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"AJ HB took down 5 crepe Myrtle trees that were too near the house and sick with fungus. They ground the stumps, cut back some pampas grass and hauled away all the debris. Then I asked him to do our pine straw. He’s a hard worker, showed up when he said he would and gave us a fair price. Communication between us was very good and he’s super polite and aims to please the customer. Would definitely hire again."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Amore Tree Services LLC
5.0(
4
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best tree service this side of the Carolina's. There's no way I would use any other tree service, he's professional, and you can tell he re-invests into himself and his company by his expertise and professional equipment. Truly a dedicated man. 10/10"
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38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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WR Land Services LLC
5.0(
5
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Tree Removal

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a General Contractor, I need reliable material deliveries. Time is crucial for me. In my experience with Wade at WCR, I have been blown away by their service, reliability, and genuine care for their customers. I never have to worry about how to move materials, because their knowledge and experience manage all of the logistics. Their prices are very competitive, so I m able to use their services without breaking the bank. I have been and will be a longtime customer. I suggest others do the same."
Forestry Mulching
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
SydNature Services LLC
New to Angi
Tree Trimming

Serving Surf City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Hi, I’m Gerald, a dependable and hardworking professional who takes pride in providing quality service and treating every customer’s home with care and respect. I have hands-on experience with moving, furniture handling, plumbing assistance, maintenance, material handling, and other residential and commercial work.\n\nWhen you hire me, you can expect professionalism, attention to detail, safe work practices, and a commitment to getting the job done right. I understand that inviting someone into your home requires trust, and I work hard to earn that trust on every job.\n\nMy goal is simple: provide dependable service, take care of your property, and leave every customer satisfied with the work.

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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

The average lifespan of an oak tree is 100 to 300 years, so long as it isn’t impacted by diseases like sudden oak death. Some species will last shorter or longer, depending on where you live.

Generally, you do not have the right to take fruit from a neighbor's tree, even if the branches overhang your property. The fruit is considered the property of the tree's owner. While you may have the right to trim branches that cross into your yard, the fruit on them typically still belongs to your neighbor. However, laws can vary by state and municipality. In some areas, branches that extend into your yard or trees that straddle a property line may entitle you to some of the fruit. The best course of action is to speak with your neighbor, as they may be happy to share. If a conversation is not possible, check your local regulations before picking any fruit.

The best time to prune Japanese flowering cherry trees depends on where you live and the type of flowering cherry tree. Some trees benefit from being pruned toward the end of winter or early spring, after the last freeze. Meanwhile, other trees do well after blooming, in late spring or early summer. Avoid pruning your flowering cherry tree in the early winter, as this encourages open wounds that can lead to infections or infestations. 

Using vinegar to kill tree roots is just one of the clever ways to use vinegar around the house. The method works best when you apply vinegar as directly to the root system as possible. For example, if the old tree roots and stump are currently exposed, drill holes in the tops of the roots and pour undiluted white vinegar into the holes to soak into the plant. Remember that vinegar can kill the surrounding grass and plants should it pour over the edge.

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

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