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Avatar for ARBORSTONE LLC
ARBORSTONE LLC
4.9(
56
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a huge pine tree next to our house that was hollow up to about 8' Michael put this job as one that needed to be done sooner rather than later. Michael and his team of arborists showed up on time and ready to busy. They were professional and courteous in every way imaginable. They cleaned up all debris before leaving at the end of a long day. The team worked together like clockwork. No one had to be told what to do next. There are a lot of companies who could benefit from learning such teamwork. Extremely happy with the outcome."
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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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"M&T Friendly Tree Service was so professional, it was amazing to watch them work! They took down 5 large trees with precision and cleaned up afterwards, it was a positive experience, I definitely recommend them!"
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+13

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
San's Tree Service Inc
4.8(
139
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Holly Forest Tree Service
5.0(
10
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Great experience having this company cut down our tree. They not only cut the tree but left the area like one hadn’t even been there. From the first time we communicated with Oscar until the job was complete, he was very prompt to respond. Would highly recommend this company for services."
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+11

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Surrett Tree Service
4.8(
22
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Surrett Tree Service is excellent! Hire them for all your tree cutting needs. They are very knowledgeable with great attention to safety and detail, and are fully insured. They can and will educate you regarding your trees and what you need to do to tend to your property. We will continue to use their services in the future. Very honest business, prompt response, extremely nice and professional."
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Highland Stump Shredder, LLC
5.0(
13
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Above All Tree Service
4.8(
44
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark and his crew did a great job on several trees on our property. They were fast, efficient and did a thorough clean-up after the work. They were sensitive to our 100+ year old white oaks when climbing them. Their prices are fair and reasonable. We will definitely use them again. Martin & Sallye Fox Fairview, NC"
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Response time10 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

Removing tree stumps is a dangerous and complex job that requires a high level of expertise. Many landscapers specialize in general lawn care and maintenance. But, some may have the proper licensing and qualifications needed to safely remove tree stumps. In most cases, though, landscapers will refer you to a local tree removal or stump grinding company.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

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.

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