91/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 441 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 441 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Tree Services in Lincolnton, NC (2026)
206 tree services ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Lincolnton: Elephant Trunk Tree and Landscaping, CR Score 91/100; 5.0★ from 441 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Clark's Tree Express, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 206.
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Most-reviewed: Clark's Tree Express, 513 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 206 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
206 Lincolnton tree services are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 74 are open 24/7, 155 open Saturdays and 96 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 206 rated businesses.
Top 10 tree services in Lincolnton at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elephant Trunk Tree and Landscaping | 91 | 5.0★ (441) | Concord, 20 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Clark's Tree Express | 90 | 4.9★ (513) | Huntersville, 20 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Treescape Tree Experts | 90 | 4.8★ (365) | Gastonia, 15 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Walnut Ridge Tree Care & Lawn Service | 90 | 4.9★ (33) | Lincolnton | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Tree Huggers | 90 | 5.0★ (136) | Lake Norman of Catawba, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Stumpy's Tree Service | 89 | 5.0★ (210) | Lake Norman of Catawba, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Chester Tree Care | 89 | 5.0★ (132) | Hickory, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Whispering Pine Tree Care, LLC | 89 | 4.9★ (42) | Lincolnton | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Arbor Logic LLC | 89 | 5.0★ (31) | Lincolnton | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Sain’s Stump Grinding, LLC | 88 | 5.0★ (12) | Lincolnton | 24/7 | — |
The 206 best tree services in Lincolnton, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Huntersville, 20 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 513 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 513 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6631 Olmsford Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078
Based in Gastonia, 15 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 365 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 365 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 606 Linwood Rd, Gastonia, NC 28052
Based in Lincolnton
90/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 33 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 33 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1352 Confederate Rd, Lincolnton, NC 28092
#5 Tree Huggers
Based in Lake Norman of Catawba, 14 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 136 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 136 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2510 NC-16 Bus, Denver, NC 28037
Based in Lake Norman of Catawba, 19 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 210 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 210 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Hickory, 16 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2252 John Bowman Rd, Hickory, NC 28602
Based in Lincolnton
89/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2553 Farmbrook Ln, Crouse, NC 28033
Based in Lincolnton
89/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2530 Long Cir, Iron Station, NC 28080
Based in Lincolnton
88/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Gastonia, 9 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Bessemer City, 8 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Newton, 23 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Lincolnton
87/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 41 Google reviews
- Address
- 531 Brentwood Rd #248, Denver, NC 28037
Based in Belmont, 19 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Gastonia, 19 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 71 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 71 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Hickory, 13 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Lincolnton
86/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 18 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 18 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 283 Falconview Rd, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Based in Bessemer City, 15 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 43 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 43 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Mount Holly, 16 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2210 Old Hickory Grove Rd, Mt Holly, NC 28120
Based in Lincolnton
86/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 179 Hauss Rd, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Based in Hickory, 18 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 155 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Arborist service”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 155 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 41 14th St NW, Hickory, NC 28601
Based in Belmont, 20 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#24 Kuester LLC
Based in Newton, 13 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3166 Sandy Ford Rd, Newton, NC 28658
Based in Hickory, 16 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602
Tree services ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 206 ranked tree services here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Lincolnton
20 more tree services within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bailey's Tree Service | 5.0★ (11) | 21 mi |
| Bustin' Bark Tree Care | In Lincolnton | |
| Clay Evans Tree Service | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Fescue Squad Lawn Care and Landscaping, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | In Lincolnton |
| Hullettes Tree Service | In Lincolnton | |
| Je Excavations | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| KJs Tree Removal LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Ksor Tree Service | 5.0★ (19) | 24 mi |
| L-Town Landscaping LLC | 5.0★ (20) | In Lincolnton |
| Lincolnton Tree Service | 1.0★ (1) | In Lincolnton |
| Reliable Tree Services | 4.7★ (14) | 17 mi |
| Sandoval Landscaping INC | 4.4★ (14) | In Lincolnton |
| Sherrill's Tree & Landscape | 4.6★ (10) | 20 mi |
| Stumpbusters tree service | In Lincolnton | |
| Stumps By Dan | 4.4★ (40) | 24 mi |
| Stumps by Dan Tree service | 4.9★ (29) | 20 mi |
| Superior Stump Solutions | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Tiny Trail Landscaping | 5.0★ (3) | In Lincolnton |
| Weathers Tree & Land Service LLC | 5.0★ (10) | 21 mi |
| Your Nieghbor | 5.0★ (1) | In Lincolnton |
How much do tree services cost in Lincolnton?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Lincolnton. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tree removal | $200 | $750 | $2,000 | Per tree: typical range of customer-reported removals. US national range | October 2026 |
When to hire a tree service in North Carolina
Late fall through winter, when most trees are dormant, is the usual time for planned pruning and removals. Emergency removals spike after storms, especially during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs June 1 to November 30.
How we ranked Lincolnton tree services
We scored 206 Lincolnton tree services on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Lincolnton data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
Tree services in Lincolnton: frequently asked questions
Who is the best tree service in Lincolnton?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked tree service in Lincolnton, NC is Elephant Trunk Tree and Landscaping with a CR Score of 91/100. It has 5.0★ from 441 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Clark's Tree Express (#2) and Treescape Tree Experts (#3) follow. We ranked 206 tree services on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many tree services are there in Lincolnton?
ContractorsRanked ranks 206 tree services serving Lincolnton, NC. 10 of them are based in Lincolnton; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which tree services in Lincolnton are open 24/7?
74 ranked tree services in Lincolnton post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Elephant Trunk Tree and Landscaping (#1), Clark's Tree Express (#2) and Treescape Tree Experts (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which tree services in Lincolnton work on weekends?
155 of 206 ranked tree services post Saturday hours and 96 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Elephant Trunk Tree and Landscaping (#1), Clark's Tree Express (#2) and Treescape Tree Experts (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does tree removal cost in Lincolnton?
Tree removal typically costs $200 to $2,000, with $750 typical (Per tree: typical range of customer-reported removals. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Lincolnton. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Lincolnton tree services have?
The median Google rating among 206 rated tree services in Lincolnton is 5.0★, with a median of 16 reviews. Clark's Tree Express has the most, 513 reviews, and ranks #2. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
When is the best time to hire a tree service in Lincolnton?
Late fall through winter, when most trees are dormant, is the usual time for planned pruning and removals. Emergency removals spike after storms, especially during the Atlantic hurricane season, which runs June 1 to November 30.
How does ContractorsRanked rank tree services?
Each tree service gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Lincolnton
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 206 tree services serving Lincolnton.
- October 2026: 5 duplicate listings merged.
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