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Holly Forest Tree Service
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

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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 time9 hrs
Response rate91%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Franco Landscaping, Hardscaping & Maintaining
5.0(
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I originally met Francisco through his brother Mendoza Tree Expert. He started off taking care of my yard and then redid our stairs going up the side of our house. It was beautiful and a huge upgrade from railroad ties. He basically knew someone who could help on any project. They rebuilt our front and back deck. They removed and replaced all the damaged wood on our house then painted it. The entire outside of the house was in terrible shape and they were so awesome. We had another contractor start the basement renovation then disappear. Francisco stepped in and he and his cousin who does bathrooms and floors finished the entire basement and it looked amazing. One of the kindest humans on earth. I have actually paid him to help me in Gainesville Georgia because I trust him so much. He is a friend."
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+18

Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Thickett-B-Gone
5.0(
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Ron and his team did a very good job removing the trees, and they even cleaned our gutters out for us- no extra charge! I would DEFINITELY recommend these pros. 5 stars!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Los Amigos Landscaping and Tree service
4.9(
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Los Amigos did a very professional job removing several trees and trimming others on our property. They are an experienced crew with high quality equipment and skills. Hilda, the team leader, is a great communicator who follows up to get the work done to 100% satisfaction."
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+7

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Summit Land Development, LLC.
4.5(
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Serving Sylva, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Summit Land Development and Scott Lewis did an excellent job on our fill and grading project despite having a couple of challenges with local providers of fill. What was key was excellent communication and always having an option available to stay on schedule and budget. I would highly recommend Scott and his crew without any reservations. If you have a challenging project and need a skilled team then Summit Land Development is your team!"
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

If a disease has attacked and destroyed the roots, then the tree may fall over as soon as it has died or while part of it is still alive. Trees that die with their roots left in place tend to stay standing for much longer, but those roots will decay eventually, allowing gravity to do the rest.

If a tree stump is removed properly, the chances of a tree growing back are low. However, if a tree has a robust root system, roots can sometimes sprout and someday grow into a tree. The chance of regrowth will depend on several factors such as the type of tree, soil quality, and strength of the root system. In general, it is not recommended to plant a tree where a stump was removed.

Yes, cutting a tree's roots can cause it to fall, particularly if major support roots are severed. In extreme cases, trimming roots can affect the tree's structure and stability. Many crucial roots are located just below the soil's surface. If you make severe cuts to roots more than 2 inches in diameter, you risk impacting the tree's water flow and its ability to withstand severe winds or storms. Even cutting roots less than half an inch in diameter under or outside the tree's canopy can cut off its water supply, causing it to decline, die, and eventually topple.

Unless there’s some sort of rule in your community’s homeowners’ association that requires you to remove a stump, there’s no law that says you have to take it out. If you’re not wedded to the idea of removing it, there are plenty of ways to get creative with this tree remnant. Using the stump as the medium for a wood carving or turning it into a planter are just two examples of ways to repurpose a tree stump.

Professionals use assessments, strategic cuts, specialized equipment, and safety measures to ensure healthy growth or the safe removal of trees or shrubs.

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