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Our Services

From large-scale tree removal to precision pruning — we have the equipment, certifications, and experience to handle it all.

What We Do

Professional tree care for residential and commercial properties across the NC High Country. Click any service to learn more.

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Tree Removal

Safe, professional removal of hazardous, storm-damaged, or unwanted trees. We handle large jobs with the right equipment.

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Krause arborist with yellow helmet and Stihl chainsaw pruning branches in tree canopy

Tree Pruning & Trimming

Expert pruning to improve health, safety, and appearance. Crown thinning, raising, and reduction by ISA standards.

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View of Grandfather Mountain through cleared trees from a stone house after view enhancement work

View Enhancement

Reclaim your mountain views with selective trimming and removal. We open sightlines while preserving landscape health.

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Arborist working on a massive storm-snapped tree leaning over a cabin during emergency cleanup

Storm Cleanup

24/7 emergency response for storm damage. Fallen trees, broken limbs, blocked driveways — we restore order fast.

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Excavator and Kubota working in a green field with wooded mountains during land clearing

Lot Clearing & Chipping

Prepare your land for building or manage overgrown lots. Full clearing, selective thinning, brush removal, and professional chipping.

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Mountain property with fresh stumps where trees were cleared to create defensible space, mountain views behind

Fire Mitigation

Create defensible space around your property. Strategic vegetation management to reduce wildfire risk.

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Freshly planted young tree with mulch ring in a mountain property yard

Tree Planting

Professional tree planting for any species — replacement trees after removals, shade, privacy screening, and long-term property value.

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Historic Jones House in Boone surrounded by preserved mature trees

Tree Preservation

Health assessments, soil management, construction protection, and structural support to keep valued trees thriving for generations.

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Crew member injecting pest treatment into a tree trunk using specialized equipment

Integrated Pest Control

Diagnose and treat tree diseases and pest infestations. Protect your trees with certified, expert care.

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Why Krause Arborist

ISA Certified Arborist

Every job is planned and supervised by an ISA Certified Arborist — the gold standard in professional tree care.

Fully Insured

Worker's comp and comprehensive liability insurance on every job. Your property and our crew are fully protected.

24/7 Emergency Response

Storm damage doesn't wait and neither do we. Call anytime for emergency tree service in the High Country.

Common Questions

What is an ISA Certified Arborist?+
An ISA Certified Arborist is a tree care professional credentialed by the International Society of Arboriculture. Certification requires passing a comprehensive exam on tree biology, pruning, risk assessment, and safety — plus ongoing continuing education to stay current. It's the gold standard in professional tree care and your assurance that decisions about your trees are backed by certified expertise, not guesswork. Learn more about ISA certification.

Ready to Get Started?

Get a free estimate for your project. We serve Boone, West Jefferson, Banner Elk, Blowing Rock, and the entire NC High Country.

Call (828) 434-0098