Top-Rated Tree Service in Raleigh, NC

Known for our prompt service, affordable rates, and customer satisfaction

Trusted throughout Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill since 2003

CS Tree Services has been serving the needs of residential, commercial and municipal clients throughout the Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill area since 2003. We are proud of our reputation for prompt and thorough services and attention to detail.

As an owner-operated company, we recognize the qualities that customers look for in a professional tree service. “CS” stands for Chris and Steve, the company owners and long-time best friends, who personally handle all quotes and tree assessments.
Training our employees and nurturing a culture of safety is our highest priority. We believe safety and quality go hand in hand, and our customers recognize this, as they continue to recommend CS Tree Services to everyone they meet.

We have four ISA certified arborists on staff, and our tight-knit professional team will get your job done cleanly and beautifully- and for a reasonable price. We are proud of our 5-star customer rating and work hard to maintain it. But don’t take it from us, see our reviews!

If you need professional tree service for your home or business in Raleigh, NC, we are here to help.

Our promise — get the job done safely and smoothly, for a reasonable price.

MOST TRUSTED TREE SERVICE IN THE TRIANGLE AREA

We offer a wide range of services including tree removal, pruning, stump grinding, tree health care, and integrated pest management.

Our ISA-certified arborists are highly skilled ensuring that your trees are in good hands

Tree Removal

Our crew is equipped with expert climbers, aerial lifts, and cranes to safely access any size of tree. We stay on top of industry standards with ongoing training to ensure proper techniques are used, and we tailor our approach for your project.

Tree Pruning

Want to keep your trees looking healthy? Our tree pruning and trimming service removes weak branches to eliminate potential falling hazards. Additionally, having full, healthy trees also adds aesthetic value to your property. Our arborists are trained according to ANSI A300 tree pruning standards for proper pruning methods. We cut and prune with the overall health of your tree in mind, promoting long-term vitality.

Stump Grinding

Tree stumps are more than just eyesores, they can also cause safety issues. With our help, you can restore your landscape to its full glory. Our team utilizes high-powered equipment to remove stumps of all sizes, without damaging the surrounding landscape. Trained to handle various types of challenges, our arborists will safely remove stumps while ensuring the area is ready for replacement growth.

Tree Care

Proper maintenance is necessary to keep your trees healthy and thriving. Our local tree experts in Raleigh have extensive experience in plant health care. We diagnose problems by looking at the tree’s entire system for the best results. We also do vertical mulching, radial trenching, deep-root fertilization, and more.

Commercial/Industrial

Our fully equipped team can handle commercial tree service needs for schools, government buildings, businesses, real estate developers, and more.

OUR APPROACH

Our owner-operated company has become the go-to tree service throughout Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and surrounding areas. What makes our service stand out among the competition? We’re here to serve—focusing on customer satisfaction, value, and exceptional service.

Prompt & Professional Service

We value your time. We always ensure to answer your calls and be early in our appointments. Our process is designed to be as efficient as possible, done by industry professionals who are courteous and friendly.

Decades of Expertise

With over two decades of experience, we are industry experts. Our extensive knowledge of tree service is coupled with continuous training and certifications to ensure we stay on top of our game.

High-Powered Equipment

We invested in high-powered equipment to ensure we can give you the best results. Our trusted machines allow us to complete projects quickly and safely, whether we are working on pest management or tree removal.

Reasonable Prices

No need to worry about hidden charges and overpriced contracts. We offer reasonable prices and always practice transparency in all projects.

Licensed & Insured

Safety is our top priority. Our company is licensed, certified, and insured with generous General Liability and Workman’s Compensation policies to protect our customers and staff.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

Our projects, no matter how big or small, come with a satisfaction guarantee. To show you just how dedicated we are to providing service that exceeds expectations, we won’t rest until we meet your standards. Not happy with the results? We’ll make it right.

WHAT CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING

Excellent

CS Tree Services, Inc5.0

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Mary Ellen Matta

3 weeks ago

This was our first time using CS Tree Service and they were great! Their quote was very reasonable. The team was on time and very professional. We had two large trees removed and some pruning. Everything went flawlessly, and they left our property spic and span. We highly recommend them!

Response from the owner:Thanks once again for choosing CS to help you with that project. Also happy we could get to your neighbors tree while we were out there. Hopefully your trees should be in good shape for the next several years. Just let me know if you ever need any more help. -Steven

Paula Marcoux

3 weeks ago

Great work done removing 2 giant maple trees and trimming crepe myrtle branches away from the roof. The staff was incredibly efficient and thorough. The team worked great together and our yard was so neat afterwards that you'd never know they were there. Thanks everyone:)

Response from the owner:I’m happy we could help you out with your project. Sounds like everything worked out great! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for others to see. If you ever need any more help, let us know. Thanks again. -Steven

Marcus Helfrich

1 month ago

This was our second time working with CS Tree Services. We live on a heavily wooded lot and many of the larger trees in the backyard can only be accessed using a crane reaching over the house. Ryan came out and helped us identify the trees that were the biggest threat and gave us a great price. In all, they were able to remove 10+ trees in a single day and left the yard spotless after cleanup. I would highly recommend this company.

Response from the owner:Very happy we could help you out with your project. I know the crew worked hard that day. Thanks for telling others about your experience with CS. Just let us j ow if you ever need any more tree help. -Steven

Cecilie Hoffman

2 months ago

Steve, the owner, was willing to do a small job of removing the accumulated small dead branches and one large dead branch high up in the green maple. None of the trees was unhappy, but I was unhappy seeing all the dead branches hanging over the garden like bird claws. Now, the garden, front yard red maples, and the venerable green maple look marvelous. The CS Tree Services office staff and Steve are easy to work with. Recommended.

Alan Hymowitz

2 months ago

CS has been to my home 2x now, and each time the experience was above my high expectations. They have clear knowledge of what they need to do, carefully work their way around my plants, shrubs, etc. to get their equipment in. They accomplish the goal efficiently, and always ask what more, and if I am pleased with the work. Will certainly call them again, and recommend them to anyone needing tree services.

Response from the owner:Thanks again for choosing CS to help you with your tree work needs. Great to hear that everything was to your satisfaction. I definitely enjoyed talking to you guys about that project. Hopefully that should set you guys up for several seasons before any additional pruning is needed. Thanks again! -Steven

Gregory Gonzales

3 months ago

Steve and the team are amazing. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Thanks for the opportunity to help you guys out with that River Birch. Reach out again any time if you need any more tree help. -Steven

Ron McCollum

3 months ago

Response from the owner:Thanks so much for the review! If you ever need any more help with your trees give us a call. -Steven

3 months ago

CS Tree Services did a outstanding job removing some very large trees on my property. The crew was exceptional. They were on time and efficient. They exceeded all my expectations. Thank you!

Response from the owner:Those were indeed some big trees! Thanks for letting others know about your experience with us. Hopefully all your tree needs should be taken care of for a few years. Just let me know if you ever need anymore help. Thanks again! -Steven

Tree Service Areas In Raleigh & Surrounding Cities

We provide prompt and professional tree services to the Triangle Area and surrounding communities. Our primary service areas are listed below, but please don’t hesitate to contact us if you are outside this area, as we may be able to help.

Raleigh

Cary

Apex

Fuquay Varina

Morrisville

Garner

Durham

Chapel Hill

Raleigh

Cary

Morrisville

Garner

Apex

Fuquay Varina

Durham

Chapel Hill

Tree Service FAQs

What kind of services do you offer?

Our fully equipped tree service primarily serves residential customers, but we also serve commercial and municipal customers like schools, government buildings, and more.

Do you offer free estimates?

Absolutely. Simply contact us to set up an appointment with our co-owner, Steve, or crew leader Ryan, who will review your needs in-person and provide a free estimate. Reach us at 919-355-829 or fill out our inquiry form here.

Can you help with emergency tree services?

Yes, we understand the urgency of these situations and we do our best to provide immediate assistance whenever possible.

Are your tree services safe?

Yes, CS Tree Services takes safety very seriously as it is our number one priority. We have multiple TCIA Certified Tree Care Safety Professionals on staff to ensure safe practices are being followed properly. We are fully insured and can provide our insurance certificate to customers. In addition, our crew is trained on specialized equipment and the latest techniques to reduce risk and make our work as safe as possible.