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Top-Rated Arborists in James Island - Updated Nov 2026

Low Country Landscaping and Contracting
5.0(
116
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Exceptional professionalism and customer service. Hunter is the most caring landscaper I have ever had privilege to work with. He performed all work discussed and ensured we were happy. He goes above and beyond to satisfy his customer. Have hired him as our weekly landscaping crew."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Wack'em and Stack'em, LLC
4.4(
60
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Their foreman Steven showed up on time and gave me a very decent quote for what I needed (tree trimming, fallen limb removal, and dead tree removal). I went ahead and hired them. Steven and his team showed up on time for the service date, but a storm rolled in while they were working. They left due to lightning, but the front desk , Ellen, called me to let me know they would return to finish later that week. They returned on time too, and finished the job. They even left me 2 bags of potting soil to cover tracks in the shared yard I have with my neighbor after my neighbor requested it. Steven and Ellen were always very professional and courteous, and Ellen was prompt with communication. I wouldn't hesitate to hire them again."
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Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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A Notch Above, LLC
4.6(
22
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. We offer a variety of home improvement services that are customized to each individual project. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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SV Land Clearing LLC
5.0(
9
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience with this tree removal service. The team was professional, friendly, and efficient. They did a great job and made sure the area was clean after completing the work. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for reliable tree removal services!"
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Rivers Tree Cutting
4.9(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Douglas Rivers was extremely responsive and did a brilliant job felling an extremely large pine tree. Cleanup was thorough and efficient. He is now licensed to perform services on Seabrook Island. I unhesitatingly recommend him and his company for tree removal."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carolina Tree Service, LLC
4.1(
179
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Wonderful company...sent someone out immediately for estimate. The folks doing the removal were extremely professional and taught me a lot about evaluating trees for disease and how to find an arborist to examine the rest of the trees that might cause problems in the future. Carolina Tree Service is grade “A plus”!!!"
Tree Pruning and Removal
Tree Pruning and Removal
Tree Pruning and Removal
Tree Pruning and Removal
Tree Pruning and Removal

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Carolina Pines Tree Company, LLC
4.4(
113
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving James Island, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job at reasonable price. Cleaned up six 30 tall palmetto trees, took down two trees and ground stumps. Work was done when scheduled and all debris was hauled away. Would definitely use again, recommend Carolina Pines."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

Although the terms tree trimming and tree pruning are used interchangeably, they are very different types of tree maintenance. Tree trimming involves enhancing the appearance of your tree by removing unruly branches, providing your tree with ample sunlight and nutrients and prevents unsightly overgrowth. 

Tree pruning helps keep your trees disease-free. This process removes unhealthy growths, dead branches, and other unhealthy parts of the tree. It’s more common for deciduous and ornamental trees but not so common for evergreen trees. To determine which method you need, discuss it with a tree trimming specialist.

It can take anywhere from one month to a couple of years for tree roots to grow back in sewer lines. Tree roots can cause extreme havoc on your sewer lines, potentially cracking them and causing untreated wastewater to make its way into the groundwater. Have a landscaping pro remove trees and roots before installing your system, or call a pro to do it retroactively as soon as you can.

Ideally, you should wait to prune until trees have gone dormant in late fall to early winter. The worst times to prune trees are early fall and late summer, as pruning them so close to dormancy makes it difficult for the tree recover before it goes dormant for the season.

It depends on where you live—but in most areas, leaves begin falling in September and continue falling until January or February. Warmer regions, such as Southern states, may see leaves fall a bit later in the calendar year. It also depends on the type of trees in your yard and their maturity. 

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