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Rowan Tree Care
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ed is a great arborist! He taught me more about trees in a short time than an entire book or internet search! He helped my very large tree at an extremely reasonable price! He will be back later this year for a much needed teim. I will recommend him to everyone I know!"
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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gilliam's Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Gilliam’s Tree Service to trim two trees. They did a great job, were courteous, friendly and cleaned everything up well. We would definitely hire them again and recommend this company to friends and family."
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Highland Stump Shredder, LLC
5.0(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Bristol, TN 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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Response time1 day
Response rate96%
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Rose Lawncare and Landscaping, LLC
4.6(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Devin and Landen did an amazing job! I had two large, unwieldy, dead trees that needed to come down, and they did not disappoint! They were prompt, professional, courteous, and considerate of my needs. They also went an "extra mile" and put down grass seed and some hay where there was some disturbed soil around the work site! The value for the money was top-notch, and I will definitely call them in the future for any tree work that comes up!"
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Cox Tree Stump Grinding
5.0(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!

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Sloan Site Services
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Bristol, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

With 10+ years of experience, we're your trusted experts for all things tree-related. We provide professional and reliable services, including tree removal, land clearing, debris removal, precise pruning, and light grade work. Our team proudly serves both Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee. We're dedicated to transforming your property by opening up views, protecting your home and vehicles with preventative tree care, and ensuring your family's safety. Fully insured and offering free estimates. We look forward to working with you!

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

Whether tree roots will continue to grow after a tree has been cut down depends on the species. Some tree roots will eventually die because they can no longer get nutrients through photosynthesis. However, other species that reproduce through root sprouts can continue to grow and produce new sprouts for seven years or more. For example, the roots of elms, ficus, and willows tend to regrow aggressively, while the roots of pines, oaks, and maples will typically die. To determine if a root system is still active, look for new sprouts on the old trunk, stump, or any exposed roots.

You will know that an oak tree needs to be removed when you see vertical cracks or dead branch stubs, which indicate internal decay. Other signs include trunk rot near the base of the tree and sprouts or small branches coming from the trunk.

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