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Our Recent Tree Work Across the Triangle

Real photos from real jobs in Wake Forest and the surrounding Triangle. Tree removal, trimming, stump grinding, storm cleanup, and hazardous tree work for homeowners in Wake Forest, Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Durham, Chapel Hill, Garner, and Knightdale. Every image below is from a project our crew actually did — not stock photography.

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Triangle basedWake County and Triangle-area service. No long-drive charges for the towns we work in every week.

Planned firstWalk the property, identify the trees, scope the work, and send a written estimate before any cutting starts.

Driveway-safeMats on pavement, cones around the work zone, equipment kept off the lawn and out of the beds.

Yard left usableChips raked, debris hauled, final leaf-blowing pass. The lawn is ready to mow when the truck pulls away.

How we work

From Estimate to Final Pass

Three steps that shape every job — whether it's a single limb trim or a full removal with a crane.

Plan

Walk the property, identify the trees, note the structures, the access, and the utilities. Send a written scope and a free estimate before any cutting starts. Stump grinding, wood handling, and haul-off are part of the same conversation.

Cut

Climb, rig, lower, and chip with the right equipment for the job. The work zone stays clear, and trees near homes, fences, or utility lines come down in controlled pieces rather than whole.

Clean

Debris chipped or hauled, branches raked, lawn blown clean. The driveway is swept, the cones come down, and the yard is ready to use when the truck pulls away.

Before & after

See the Difference a Single Tree Makes

Two photos of the same Wake Forest home. The tree on the left blocked light, crowded the facade, and made the house feel smaller. After removal, the home opened up and the lawn gets sunlight again.

Front yard before tree work, with two mature trees crowding the home's facade and roofline

Front yard of a two-story home after the larger shade tree was removed and the remaining tree was lifted for roof and gutter clearance

Wake Forest residential tree removal — before and after

Past projects

Recent Jobs From Wake Forest and the Triangle

Nine real jobs, shown large. Each photo has a short note about what was happening that day. Nothing is posed stock photography.

Red white and blue crane set up between two houses in a tight subdivision for a large tree removal — Tree removalCrane set up between two homes on a narrow lotWhen a tree sits close to a house and a neighbor's driveway, felling it whole is not an option. The crane let us lift pieces clear.

Tree climber in helmet and hi-vis tied into a tall pine canopy while a ground worker manages the rigging rope — Trimming and pruningTrimming a backyard pine in controlled sectionsThe climber worked the canopy from the top down while the ground crew lowered limbs clear of the roofline and power lines.

Commercial stump grinder chewing through a hardwood stump in a wooded lot with the operator behind the safety shield — Stump grindingGrinding a hardwood stump in a wooded lotA commercial grinder taking down a stump deep in a lot where hauling equipment was the only practical way in.

Stump grinder working in a suburban front yard with a debris screen between the cutter and the home — Stump grindingFront-yard stump with a debris screenDebris screen up, traffic cone out, two-person crew. The chips stayed where we wanted them, not on the siding or the walkway.

Felled hardwood bucked into sections on a gravel driveway with wood chips and stacked logs — Storm cleanupStorm-downed hardwood, bucked for haul-offTree came down across a gravel driveway after high wind. We bucked the trunk into rounds, chipped the brush, and left the driveway passable.

Climber high in a standing-dead hardwood canopy with bare branches against the sky — Hazardous treeTaking down a standing-dead tree before it fellBare branches and gray bark mean this tree could come down on its own. We worked it from the top down instead of dropping the whole trunk.

Major residential tree removal in progress with chip truck, grapple skid steer, and mini-excavator on site — Large cleanupFull crew on a big residential removalChip truck on the driveway, grapple skid steer moving limbs, mini-excavator on the ground. We use the right machine so the job does not drag on.

Looking for a specific service?Tree removal Trimming and pruning Stump grinding Storm cleanup Hazardous trees

Working with us

Questions Homeowners Ask Before Booking

Real questions that come up on estimate calls. If you don't see your question here, call or text and we will talk it through.

How do I know if my tree needs to come down or just be trimmed?

It depends on the species, the location, the structure of the tree, and what is around it. We look at the trunk, the root flare, the lean, the canopy, and the targets nearby (home, driveway, fence, walkway, utility lines) before recommending removal vs. trimming. Send a few photos and we will give you an honest read.

What happens to the wood and chips after the job?

That is part of the estimate conversation. Most homeowners want the brush chipped and hauled, and the rounds either hauled off or left on site for firewood. We confirm the wood handling and the stump-grinding scope in writing before work starts, so there are no surprises at the end.

How long does a typical job take?

Most single-tree removals and trimmings are done in a few hours. Larger removals, dead-tree work, and storm cleanup can run a full day or more. We will give you a time estimate with the quote so you can plan around it.

Do I need to be home during the work?

Not necessarily. Many homeowners are at work while we run the job. We will text photos of the work in progress and the final result, and the invoice can be settled by phone or text. For larger removals, a quick walkthrough at the start helps confirm scope.

What if my tree is close to a power line?

If a tree or limb is touching or tangled with utility lines, stay away and call the utility company first — do not try to clear it yourself. For trees that are close to lines but not contacting them, call us and we will talk through the safest next step for the situation.

Ready to talk about your tree

Have a Tree That Needs Work? Call or Text.

Send a few photos of the tree, the trunk base, and the area around it. We will get back with a clear next step and a free estimate.

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Sending photos for your estimate

Photos to Send for a Tree Service Estimate

Clear photos help us understand the tree, the access, the nearby structures, and how urgent the situation is. Take photos from a safe distance and call first for storm damage or a dangerous tree.

Whole Tree

Step back far enough to show the full tree from the ground to the canopy.

Tree Base

Show the trunk, root flare, lean direction, cracks, decay, or soil movement.

Nearby Structures

Include roofs, fences, sheds, driveways, walkways, vehicles, and landscaping.

Access Route

Show gates, slopes, steps, narrow side yards, parking, and the path to the work area.

Storm Damage

From a safe distance: fallen limbs, blocked access, roof contact, or hanging branches.

Stumps

For stump grinding, show the stump, exposed roots, nearby obstacles, and gate access.