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Hyler's Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've worked with many tree companies over decades of home ownership, Hyler is my favorite. Greg Hyler and team were an absolute pleasure to work with from start-to-finish. A skilled, experienced, and very friendly team. They took down difficult trees that could have easily caused damage to the yard with total skill, climbing when needed, dropping when it made the most sense, and doing their work with respect to the yard and surroundings. They showed-up right when they said they would (day and time), the estimating process was a breeze, and the cost was extremely reasonable."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate91%
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Krause Family Arborist
4.9(
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Krause Family Arborist to cut down 10 dead trees in our yard. From my first contact with Ben I knew I had hired the right company. His communications with us was great. They worked for 3 days and were always on time. Great friendly crew and fun watching how amazing they were and precise at taking down the trees without damaging anything else. They cleaned up the yard and left no mess. Their pricing was great compared to other quotes we got. I would HIGHLY recommend this company if you have a need for their services."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Big Axe Tree Service LLC
5.0(
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys at Big Axe Tree Service are hard working, kind, efficient and they get the job done. Good group of men!! I encourage you to give them a call."
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Green Dreams Landscape
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I have always been very pleased with Hunter's work. Hunter will do anything you asking to do. I used Hunter's service for over 2 years and was always pleased. I highly recommend Hunter."
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Hamby's Landscaping and Tree Service
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He has also done tree trimming service, acquired and located 15 large boulders and edged by front yard with rock."
Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Harrold’s Tree and Land Management
4.9(
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Serving Vilas, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Harrolds Tree and Land Management handled my work efficiently and professionally. My property looks a hundred percent better after they removed and trimmed trees damaged by Helene. I would hire them again without hesitation."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.

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.

The recovery time for pruning depends on how much you prune, the species of tree, and how well you care for it afterward. All trees grow new wood and often sprout additional branches after pruning. Ideally, trees should recover from normal pruning after one or two years. Heavy pruning or slow-growing trees may take several years to fully recover.

Firewood tends to be cheaper during the spring and summer. When the demand for firewood is lower during these seasons, many firewood companies offer lower prices and added discounts. In addition, the supply of firewood is typically higher in these months, meaning the quality is typically higher as well.

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