Tree Removal & Tree Service in Wilmington, NC

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Wilmington's Trees Take a Beating — We Handle Them

Coastal live oaks, longleaf pines, and hurricane season are a tough combination. Whether a storm dropped a limb on your roof or a dead tree is leaning toward the house, we connect you with a vetted local crew that shows up fast and works safely.

Our Services

Most requested

Tree Removal

Safe removal of large, dead, damaged, or hazardous trees of any size.

Emergency & Storm

24/7 response for trees down on homes, cars, driveways, and power lines.

Tree Trimming & Pruning

Shaping, deadwooding, and canopy thinning to keep trees healthy and safe.

Stump Grinding

Grind stumps below grade so you can reclaim your yard.

Lot & Land Clearing

Clearing brush and trees for new construction, fences, and additions.

Storm Prep & Cabling

Pre-season pruning and support cabling to reduce hurricane damage.

Areas We Serve Around Wilmington

We serve homeowners across the Cape Fear region: Leland, Wrightsville Beach, Carolina Beach, Hampstead, and Ogden, plus Monkey Junction, Ogden, Porters Neck, and all of New Hanover, Brunswick & Pender Counties.

Why Homeowners Call Us First

Licensed & Insured

Every crew we match you with carries liability and workers-comp coverage — so you're never on the hook.

Fast Storm Response

When a tree is on your house, minutes matter. We prioritize emergency calls 24/7.

Clean, Complete Work

We haul off the debris and grind the stump — you're left with a clean yard.

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Recent Work

Coastal Trees, Coastal Rules

Tree work in the Cape Fear is shaped by three local realities most inland services never deal with. First, storms: Hurricane Florence brought down thousands of trees across New Hanover County, and the sandy coastal soil leaves pines and oaks shallow-rooted, so tropical systems topple them readily — which is why 24/7 emergency response matters here. Second, tight coastal lots and big live oaks overhanging homes mean removals usually require careful rigging or a crane, not a simple cut-and-drop. Third, Wilmington actively protects its trees: the City and New Hanover County regulate removal of certain live oaks and longleaf pines, and the surrounding counties (Brunswick for Leland, Pender for Hampstead) each have their own rules. The crews we match you with know all three — they show up fast, work safely, and keep you on the right side of the local ordinances.

Wilmington Tree Service Questions

How much does tree removal cost in Wilmington?

Most Wilmington tree removals run $400 to $2,500, with very large trees, tight access or crane work costing more. Trimming runs about $200-$1,200 and stump grinding $100-$400 per stump. Every quote is free.

Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Wilmington?

Sometimes. The City of Wilmington and New Hanover County regulate removal of certain protected trees, especially large live oaks and longleaf pines. A reputable crew checks whether your tree is regulated and handles any permit. Note that Leland (Brunswick County) and Hampstead (Pender County) have their own rules.

Do you offer 24/7 emergency and storm tree service?

Yes. Trees down on homes, driveways or power lines are genuine emergencies, and the crews we match you with respond around the clock. After major storms like Florence, demand spikes across the county, so call as early as possible.

Why do so many trees fall here during hurricanes?

The Cape Fear's sandy coastal soil leaves pines and oaks shallow-rooted, and saturated ground plus tropical-storm wind topples them. Hurricane Florence brought down thousands of trees in New Hanover County. Thinning canopies and removing weak trees before season reduces the risk.

Are your crews licensed and insured?

Yes. We only match you with vetted tree services that are licensed and insured, which is essential for the rigging, crane and storm work coastal removals require. The estimate is always free and no-obligation.

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