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Wilmington tree removal costs range from $350 to $2,800+ depending on tree size, species, and location. Get your exact price in 60 seconds with a photo.
| Tree Size | Typical Price Range |
|---|---|
| Small tree (under 30 ft) | $350 – $650 |
| Medium tree (30–60 ft) | $650 – $1,200 |
| Large tree (60–80 ft) | $1,200 – $1,900 |
| Very large (80 ft+) | $1,900 – $2,800+ |
Coastal Wilmington factors that affect pricing: Sandy soil along the Cape Fear coastline creates unique root structures that can complicate removal. Salt air accelerates disease in species like loblolly pine and water oak, often leaving trees structurally compromised well before visible damage appears. Neighborhoods like Landfall, Porters Neck, Masonboro, Ogden, and Wrightsville Beach all see higher rates of storm-damaged trees due to Atlantic weather patterns.
Hurricane damage from storms like Florence (2018), Dorian (2019), and Isaias (2020) left thousands of trees in New Hanover County weakened or uprooted. Many homeowners are still dealing with secondary failures — trees that survived the storm but were structurally damaged. If your tree was impacted by any major hurricane, a professional assessment is strongly recommended before the next storm season.
Note: These are typical ranges. Final pricing depends on access, proximity to structures, permit requirements, and whether stump grinding is included. Upload a photo for an AI-powered estimate specific to your tree.
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Ramon and Miguel have been serving Wilmington and the Cape Fear Region for over 20 years. They know every neighborhood, every tree species, and every local permit requirement.
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Most Wilmington tree removal jobs are completed within the week. Emergency same-day service available for hazardous trees threatening your home or power lines.
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"Excellent service from start to finish. They removed two large water oaks from my backyard in Porters Neck. Fair price, clean job."
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Wilmington's coastal location makes tree care uniquely challenging. The combination of sandy soil, high water tables near the Cape Fear River, and exposure to Atlantic storms creates conditions where trees grow fast but are more prone to root instability and storm damage. New Hanover County has one of the highest concentrations of large, mature trees in coastal North Carolina — many of them now showing the cumulative effects of decades of storm exposure.
Common trees we remove in Wilmington: Loblolly pine is the most common removal in the area — these fast-growing coastal pines regularly reach 70–100 feet and are highly susceptible to bark beetles and lightning strikes. Water oaks (Quercus nigra) are prolific in older Wilmington neighborhoods and tend to develop heart rot in their 40s and 50s, often requiring removal before visible exterior damage is apparent. Live oaks are structurally superior but their massive canopies require skilled cutting near structures. Sweet gum trees are notorious for root encroachment on driveways and foundations throughout Midtown and the historic district.
Neighborhoods we serve: We regularly work in Landfall, Porters Neck, Masonboro, Figure Eight Island, Wrightsville Beach, Ogden, Bayshore, Midtown, the Historic District, Carolina Beach, Kure Beach, Castle Hayne, and Murrayville. Whether you're in a newer development or a historic neighborhood with century-old oaks, our team has the equipment and experience to handle your job safely.
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