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DK Tree Service
4.9(
135
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"DK Tree Service did an excellent job trimming my big maple tree. These guys are top notch professionals. They know trees, and they care about their clients. They even cleared out the gutters after trimming the branches for no extra cost. Gave a good price, did a great job, cleaned up, nothing but awesome! I highly recommend DK and I will be using them again."
stumps gets grind easily
Trimming trees professionally
Tree Service
Tree Service
Tree Service

+4

Response time2 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J&I Landscaping LLC
4.7(
145
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys did a great job! Trimming one tree and cutting down another tree which were very close to my home. They showed their skill and expertise falling these trees without any damage to my home or fence. It was something to behold. I would recommend them highly to anyone seeking a tree work project. They were also the most affordable which was an extra plus"
Brick Edging
Brick Edging
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Brick Edging

+645

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Stump Grinding
5.0(
30
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"After calling several tree removal/stump grinding businesses--one of them 3x, but they never returned any of my calls--Joseph, Elite Stump Grinding, called me. In this case, I guess, the 4th time was the charm. I explained the situation with an approximately 8.5" tree stump that needed to be removed. Based on my description, there were 2 options: 1) he could come and inspect the situation and then quote a price; or 2) he could give me a quote over the phone. There was no point in having him come 2x, so Joseph gave us a quote over the phone. The day we scheduled was the hottest day, with the humidex factor reaching 107 F. I was worried and called Joseph to note that I would be ok with changing to a different, cooler day. He assured me that he would be OK. In addition, I discovered that when I was removing dirt from around the stump, the root area was much more substantial than I had realized. As a result when he saw the situation, Joseph noted that it would take a little longer than he had expected. However, he did not advise us that he would have to charge more as a result of the additional work. He set up a protective barrier around the stump area, and got straight to work. Afterwards, he cleaned up and raked to provide a flat, even area. My husband and I are both very impressed with Joseph's superb work ethic, professionalism, and friendliness, and thankful that he went the extra mile. In fact, we gave him more than the quote to indicate our appreciation of these qualities, as well as the quality of the work he did. In addition, I am promoting Elite Stump Grinding LLC on my social media. Everyone should know about Joseph's integrity and impeccable work ethic. Thanks, Joseph!"
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+18

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AAA Union Tree Service & Stump Removal
4.6(
36
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Trees fell on my wooden fence. While talking to the owner Brenda, I asked if they could fix the fence also, which they did. As we talked, I realized they could do pretty much everything. We are getting ready to list our home and needed many things done (big and small). They saved me so much money because I would have had to hire different individuals to clean the chimney, fix fence, paint, etc. Everything they did was to perfection. Brenda cleaned my 28 year old deck and if you had a fork...you could have eaten off of it. It looked bran new. They patched a hole in my garage, built small steps out back door, power washed the house, cleaned out and fix gutters, filled in some cracks in porch and even tightened my shutters, and put new hinges on fence door. Not to mention the 3 huge trees they cut down and made woodchips of for us. Very reasonable and honest. She is there with the guys and they worked non stop. I cannot say enough about this company. This company was by far the best fix it company I have EVER hired."
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+18

Response time9 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Ortiz Tree Service
4.3(
86
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Ortiz, they removed 3 large trees from my backyard and trimmed another tree. They had to work around a chain link fence, a pool and other trees, and did it flawlessly. They brought a crew of 8-10 people and they worked nonstop and did an extraordinary of cleaning up afterwards. The price was good also. Thank you Ortiz"
Trees removal
Nice job
Nice
Trees removal
Trees removal

+34

Response time7 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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B & B Landscaping
4.4(
26
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the work performance of B & B Landscaping and Tree, LLC 's team in trimming a large tree in my backyard. Mr. Will Brown and his crew were punctual, professional, and efficient in getting the job done. I felt that the price of the task was reasonable and I would recommend this business to anyone who wants their tree project done right!"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Affordable Tree & Stump Removal
4.5(
114
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"John and crew do excellent work at a reasonable price. I had a large project involving 30+ trees and was super-impressed with their efficiency and quality of service. The most amazing thing to me was that John ALWAYS answers his phone. This alone is a rarity in this day and age. My hat goes off to this company. I highly recommend them for any tree work that you might be considering."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Molina's Tree Service and Landscaping
3.9(
253
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Serving Duncan, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Molina'a Tree Service did a thorough job with great cleanup afterwards. They were well equipped and skilled to do everything I needed, from taking down a big oak tree without touching a nearby shed to trimming healthy trees where their branches came too close to the house. They were responsive, courteous and quick. Well done."
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+13

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

In the short term, you’ll have a lot of fallen trees to deal with. Tree removal services costs typically start at $200 per tree and increase based on species and size. Then, you’ll have to deal with the loss of trees: That means a loss of shade and a greater risk of rain runoff and erosion. Also, you’ll miss out on the health and aesthetic benefits of having trees on your property, which could even affect the resale value of your home.

That being said, cutting down a tree it’s not always a bad idea. Trees growing too close to rooftops can present fire hazards or debris problems. You may need to remove diseased or dying trees to prevent future issues.

The shepherd’s tree, native to the Kalahari Desert in Africa, holds the record for the deepest known tree roots at over 230 feet deep. Some African communities refer to it as the “Tree of Life” since it provides food, shade, and medicinal properties to the surrounding community.

Getting a tree pro with the right experience can be the difference between your transplanted tree surviving or not. When hiring a local tree transplanting and removal service, follow up on references, check their portfolio, ask for a breakdown of the costs, and get proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance. 

Also, look for companies certified by the International Society of Arboriculture or registered with the Tree Care Industry Association and make sure they have an appropriate state or city license.

For safety reasons, leaning trees are best removed by a professional, as they may often tear away from the hinge, causing you to lose control over where the tree falls. If you choose to cut down a tree leaning slightly, avoid cutting off root protrusions before you start. Make your hinge a little longer than usual by cutting it deeper (up to 30% of the diameter) and applying a wedge into the felling cut on the side the tree is leaning. Stand away from the direction the tree leans while making your felling cut.

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