Frequently Asked Questions at Cary Tree Removal

• To prevent pests like termites or ants from nesting in the stump.
• To remove tripping hazards and keep your yard safe.

• A stump can interfere with landscaping projects, driveways, or patios.
• Leaving a stump can promote fungal growth, which may spread to healthy trees.

No, grinding typically leaves the stump below the soil level. The roots remain underground but will naturally decay over time.

Call 881 to ensure underground utility lines (gas, water, electric) are not damaged during the process.

• To improve the overall health and growth of the tree.
• To prevent animals, like squirrels or raccoons, from nesting in your home.
• To increase sunlight and airflow through your yard.

• Trees that are leaning toward your home or other structures.
• Trees with visible disease, dead branches, or extensive decay.
• Trees growing too close to power lines or utility poles.

• Roots can damage foundations, driveways, and sidewalks.
• Overhanging branches can damage the roof during storms.

• To make room for landscaping or construction projects.
• To eliminate hazards from diseased or unstable trees.

• Look for peeling or cracked bark.
• Check for mushrooms or fungi growing at the base of the trunk.
• Dead branches or hollow sounds when tapped are also signs.

• You can use it as a natural ground cover for pathways or flower beds.
• If not properly composted, it may harm plants, so it’s best to spread it thinly or remove it.

Disposal typically ranges from $250 to $750, depending on the volume.

• A live line rope is secured to control the direction of the fall.
• Branches are cut and lowered using a rigging system to prevent damage.
• The main trunk is cut into sections and carefully removed.

For safety, tree removal is usually postponed during storms or high winds.

Yes, you can request the wood to be cut into firewood or mulch.

Permit requirements vary by city or county. Check local regulations or consult with us, and we can guide you.

• Regularly trim branches to maintain balance and health.
• Remove unhealthy or poorly positioned trees early.

Late fall or winter is ideal since trees are dormant, and the surrounding ground is less impacted.

It depends on the tree’s size and location. Most jobs are completed within a few hours to a full day.

Yes, we remove debris and leave your property clean. Additional services, like wood chipping or hauling, are available for a fee.

Yes, removing hazardous trees can lower the risk of property damage and potentially reduce your insurance premiums.

Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency services for trees that pose an immediate risk to people or property.

We aim to minimize disruption, and our team checks for nests or habitats before removal.

We use specialized stump grinders, chainsaws, ropes, and rigging systems to ensure safe and efficient removal.

It’s possible, but the old roots and soil may need time to settle. You may also need to replace the soil.

Yes, we can recommend and plant trees suited to your yard and climate.