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Rowan Tree Care
4.8(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ed and his crew did an excellent job trimming some of our trees and cleaned everything up too! They were fast and efficient. I highly recommend them and I will be using them again."
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Response time4 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Cherokee Mountain Tree Service
5.0(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very professional firm. They completed the project quickly for a reasonable price and did a great job with cleanup. They were knowledgeable in the condition of the trees and gave good advice on the type of work needed."
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Rooted Arbor Care LLC
5.0(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"James was professional, courteous and impressively knowledgeable about trees. I highly recommend him and I plan on using his services again in the future."
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Gilliam's Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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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%
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Highland Stump Shredder, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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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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All Season Dump and Haul
4.9(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional, and courteous, I was very pleased with the service.I highly recommended and appropriate them."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
127 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Edward's tree service
4.4(
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Serving Watauga, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

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Customers say: Quick response

"I would recommend this company customer service I would rate a 10 out of 10. The price was outstanding, I would hire again."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

Yes, it is essential to confirm that any tree service company you hire is properly insured before they begin work. Tree removal, trimming, and pruning are dangerous jobs, and proper insurance protects you, your home, and the company from liability in case of accidents or damage. Look for a company that carries both general liability and workers’ compensation insurance, and do not hire one that cannot provide proof of coverage. When browsing for professionals, you can look for indicators like an “Angi Approved” badge, which signifies that the business meets standards like holding applicable licenses and passing a background check. Keep in mind that a license is a legal requirement to operate, while certifications are typically voluntary.

Debris removal is often included in the overall cost of having a tree removed from your property. However, tree maintenance service companies do not always include debris removal in their pricing, so ask any contractors offering tree trimming cost estimates whether or not removal is included. If you want to keep the wood mulch, ask if they charge extra for it as well.

All of the tree root removal methods mentioned above are effective on any kind of root, whether it’s still growing or simply needs a gentle nudge to finish decomposing. The only difference is that larger roots tend to be harder to remove and may require multiple chemical treatments as well as manual labor to eradicate.

Trees aren't big fans of moving, and they do go into shock during a transplant. Although most carefully thought-out tree transplants see the tree recover from the shock just fine, there is always a risk of having an unsuccessful move. Proper preparation, timing, and diligent aftercare are crucial to minimize the risks when transplanting a tree.

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