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Tree stump removers in Apex

Advanced Landscape
1307 Quandary Lake Lane
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Advanced Landscape
1307 Quandary Lake Lane
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

We take great pride 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. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very Professional"

Karen S on April 2021

We take great pride 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. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very Professional"

Karen S on April 2021


Bullzeye Tree Service LLC
5501 Zebulon Road
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Bullzeye Tree Service LLC
5501 Zebulon Road
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Call Today!


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Allison's Welding
414 McGhees Mill Rd
5.00(
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Allison's Welding
414 McGhees Mill Rd
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Allison's Welding is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He can make repairs on something you already have or make something from steel that youâ  ve been wanting."

Eddie T on May 2022

Allison's Welding is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He can make repairs on something you already have or make something from steel that youâ  ve been wanting."

Eddie T on May 2022


Arnzen Landscape
8 Cookie Hill Lane
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Arnzen Landscape
8 Cookie Hill Lane
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

Here at Arnzen Landscape we offer a limitless bounty of information and services. We strive to not only better your existing landscape; but to educate you along the journey. Landscape literacy is the #1 priority here, we offer you every option possible and assess the pros and cons of each. Helping you narrow down the best option for your home!

"I had a great experience with them. I highly recommend them."

Marshelle . on April 2021

Here at Arnzen Landscape we offer a limitless bounty of information and services. We strive to not only better your existing landscape; but to educate you along the journey. Landscape literacy is the #1 priority here, we offer you every option possible and assess the pros and cons of each. Helping you narrow down the best option for your home!

"I had a great experience with them. I highly recommend them."

Marshelle . on April 2021


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Triangle Stump Removal & More
5925 Big Sandy Drive
4.85(
86
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Triangle Stump Removal & More
5925 Big Sandy Drive
4.85(
86
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
28 years of experience

Triangle Stump Removal & More proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. We have a five person team with four trucks to do you job. We specialize with medium to large projects. Due to size of my team and equipment, we have a minimum starting price of $350 per job. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Great job"

Mark W on May 2024

Triangle Stump Removal & More proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. We have a five person team with four trucks to do you job. We specialize with medium to large projects. Due to size of my team and equipment, we have a minimum starting price of $350 per job. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Great job"

Mark W on May 2024


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Montana Tree Services Inc
118 Happy Trails Dr
4.88(
13
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Montana Tree Services Inc
118 Happy Trails Dr
4.88(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
32 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Montana Tree Services has been dedicated to this craft for over 7 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!

"He did a great job"

Betty J on April 2025

Montana Tree Services has been dedicated to this craft for over 7 years. We pride the company on reliability, excellent communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all our projects no matter how big or small. We look forward to earning your business!

"He did a great job"

Betty J on April 2025


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Bruder Tree & Landscape Services
4641 Doc Bennett Road
4.92(
87
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Bruder Tree & Landscape Services
4641 Doc Bennett Road
4.92(
87
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

Bruder Tree & Landscape Services is your locally owned and operated tree and landscape business. Whether you have tree or many, or even clearing of a lot,we have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next tree and scrub related project. We are a veteran owned and operated company. We fully licensed and insured for your protection. Call us today and we look forward to your future business!

"He was professional, timely and did a great job."

Robbi-Shan F on April 2025

Bruder Tree & Landscape Services is your locally owned and operated tree and landscape business. Whether you have tree or many, or even clearing of a lot,we have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next tree and scrub related project. We are a veteran owned and operated company. We fully licensed and insured for your protection. Call us today and we look forward to your future business!

"He was professional, timely and did a great job."

Robbi-Shan F on April 2025


Doss Tree Service
PO Box 837
4.96(
50
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Approved Pro
Doss Tree Service
PO Box 837
4.96(
50
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 local quotes requested

At Doss Tree Service, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete each project to the homeowner's complete satisfaction. I handle tree work in Fuquay Varina and the surrounding areas.registered with Better Business Bureau

"Doss Tree Service is a top -notch company. Jonathan and his crew perform great service. They get the job done very efficiently and listen to the property owner's request. I have used their services on 3 different occasions. As always the crew is very courteous and prompt. They are willing to go the extra mile to help out. I recommend Doss Tree Service to anyone. "

Connie H on April 2025

At Doss Tree Service, I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete each project to the homeowner's complete satisfaction. I handle tree work in Fuquay Varina and the surrounding areas.registered with Better Business Bureau

"Doss Tree Service is a top -notch company. Jonathan and his crew perform great service. They get the job done very efficiently and listen to the property owner's request. I have used their services on 3 different occasions. As always the crew is very courteous and prompt. They are willing to go the extra mile to help out. I recommend Doss Tree Service to anyone. "

Connie H on April 2025


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Oscar's Tree Services & Landscaping
1416 West Gannon Avenue
4.87(
120
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Approved Pro
Oscar's Tree Services & Landscaping
1416 West Gannon Avenue
4.87(
120
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
186 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our review from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Very friendly and professional. Most favorable price I received. Very tight and challenging space to remove 4 large trees but did so safely and without damage; also trimmed some additional menacing limbs near driveway. Showed up early and ready to go. Courteous and productive. Removed all debris anddid a great job cleaning up. Oscar was very respectful, made sure we were satisfied and that they were meeting our needs. I would highly recommend them! I will use them again if I ever have a need for tree removal or trimming."

Stafford S on April 2025

We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call. Check out our review from satisfied clients. Give us a call today so we can answer all of your questions. Satisfaction guaranteed!

"Very friendly and professional. Most favorable price I received. Very tight and challenging space to remove 4 large trees but did so safely and without damage; also trimmed some additional menacing limbs near driveway. Showed up early and ready to go. Courteous and productive. Removed all debris anddid a great job cleaning up. Oscar was very respectful, made sure we were satisfied and that they were meeting our needs. I would highly recommend them! I will use them again if I ever have a need for tree removal or trimming."

Stafford S on April 2025


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Vic's Tree Service
11653 Old US Highway 64
4.51(
170
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Approved Pro
Vic's Tree Service
11653 Old US Highway 64
4.51(
170
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of tree services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We needed a tree trimmed in our backyard. Vic came out quick to give a quote and was able to get the job done the same day. Very impressed with the work and the responsiveness. I would definitely use him again."

Carl A on August 2024

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of tree services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"We needed a tree trimmed in our backyard. Vic came out quick to give a quote and was able to get the job done the same day. Very impressed with the work and the responsiveness. I would definitely use him again."

Carl A on August 2024

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Tree stump removals FAQs

Yes, grinding a stump is worthwhile if you plan to use the area for planting, recreation, or building. Removing the stump clears space for new landscaping or construction projects. Additionally, as the stump decomposes, it can rob the soil of nitrogen, affecting the growth of other plants. Stumps are also a tripping hazard, making removal a wise choice.

The time it takes to grind a stump depends on its size, density, and the grinder's performance. A small, soft stump can be ground in 15 minutes, while a large, dense stump may require up to eight hours for complete removal. Factors like the stump's structure and your grinding technique affect how quickly you can remove it.

Grinding a stump is often the best solution for clearing an area for construction or planting. It removes the visible portion of the stump, but the roots remain underground. If you need to remove the roots for long-term stability or design plans, you'll need to hire a professional for full stump and root removal. This ensures your site is completely cleared for future projects.

Leaving a tree stump in your yard can cause several problems. It can become a breeding ground for pests and diseases that might harm nearby trees and structures. Plus, the decaying stump can interfere with your landscaping plans, making mowing difficult and promoting unwanted new growth that can disrupt soil stability. Removing the stump eliminates these risks and improves your yard's safety and appearance.

To effectively kill a stump, you need to interrupt its nutrient supply and speed up decay. Drill holes into the stump and fill them with a concentrated herbicide like glyphosate, rock salt, or Epsom salt. This method ensures the substance penetrates deeply. Alternatively, cover the stump with a dark, heavy-duty tarp to deprive it of sunlight, which accelerates the process. Remember to follow safety guidelines when using these methods.

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