93/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best Tree Services in Newton, NC (2026)
142 tree services ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Newton: OGS Stump Grinding & Tree Service, CR Score 93/100; 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Chester Tree Care, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 142.
- 4
Most-reviewed: Clark's Tree Express, 513 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 142 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
142 Newton tree services are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 56 are open 24/7, 106 open Saturdays and 64 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 142 rated businesses.
Top 10 tree services in Newton at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | OGS Stump Grinding & Tree Service | 93 | 5.0★ (132) | Newton | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Chester Tree Care | 91 | 5.0★ (132) | Hickory, 7 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Chad's Tree Experts LLC | 89 | 4.9★ (34) | Hickory, 1 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Clark's Tree Express | 89 | 4.9★ (513) | Huntersville, 25 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 5 | Stumpy's Tree Service | 89 | 5.0★ (210) | Lake Norman of Catawba, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Tree Huggers | 89 | 5.0★ (136) | Lake Norman of Catawba, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | FIRST CHOICE TREE CARE | 89 | 5.0★ (33) | Gastonia, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Kuester LLC | 88 | 5.0★ (20) | Newton | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Sweet Carolina Tree Care | 88 | 5.0★ (155) | Hickory, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Foothills Tree Service | 88 | 4.7★ (49) | Hickory, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 142 best tree services in Newton, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Hickory, 7 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 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 Hickory, 1 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Huntersville, 25 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 513 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 513 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6631 Olmsford Dr, Huntersville, NC 28078
Based in Lake Norman of Catawba, 20 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 210 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 210 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#6 Tree Huggers
Based in Lake Norman of Catawba, 17 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 136 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 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 Gastonia, 4 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 33 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#8 Kuester LLC
Based in Newton
88/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 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, 8 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 155 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Arborist service”.
- 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 Hickory, 5 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 49 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602
Based in Conover, 2 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1105 E Ridge Dr, Conover, NC 28613
Based in Newton
87/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 19 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Hickory, 12 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- U.S. Hwy 70 SW, Hildebran, NC 28637
Based in Hickory, 7 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Statesville, 16 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 70 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 70 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 129 Westridge Dr, Statesville, NC 28625
Based in Statesville, 16 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 160 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 160 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 121 Braeburn Ln, Statesville, NC 28677
Based in Lincolnton, 16 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 33 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 33 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1352 Confederate Rd, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Based in Statesville, 18 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 36 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#19 Stumps By Dan
Based in Hickory, 12 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.4★ from 40 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.4★ from 40 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 8935 NC-127, Hickory, NC 28601
Based in King, 11 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 45 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.6★ from 45 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Hickory, 8 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 13 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.5★ from 13 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Lincolnton, 16 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 42 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2553 Farmbrook Ln, Crouse, NC 28033
Based in Lenoir, 18 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Tree service”.
- 5.0★ from 99 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Lincolnton, 12 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Bessemer City, 22 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
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 142 ranked tree services here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Newton
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Clay Evans Tree Service | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Doers Construction LLC | 5.0★ (5) | 14 mi |
| Father & Sons Tree Service | 5.0★ (2) | 15 mi |
| Hickory Tree Service Inc. | 5.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
| J.E'S Excavation Clearing & Tree Work | In Newton | |
| Je Excavations | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| KJs Tree Removal LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Lake Norman Stump Removal | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Lincolnton Tree Service | 1.0★ (1) | 13 mi |
| Marcio Service | 1.5★ (2) | 24 mi |
| OGS Stump Grinding | 5.0★ (1) | 18 mi |
| Perfection Landscaping & Trees, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 17 mi |
| Risky Tree Service | 5.0★ (1) | 14 mi |
| Skye Tree Service. | 5.0★ (9) | 14 mi |
| Superior Stump Solutions | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Tree Guys Of Hickory | In Newton | |
| Tree Surgeons, LLC | 5.0★ (15) | 23 mi |
| Tree Tom Inc | 5.0★ (15) | 21 mi |
| Trinity Tree Forestry Mulching and Demolition | In Newton | |
| Union Grove Tree Service | 5.0★ (7) | 20 mi |
How much do tree services cost in Newton?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Newton. 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 Newton tree services
We scored 142 Newton 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 Newton 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 Newton: frequently asked questions
Who is the best tree service in Newton?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked tree service in Newton, NC is OGS Stump Grinding & Tree Service with a CR Score of 93/100. It has 5.0★ from 132 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Chester Tree Care (#2) and Chad's Tree Experts LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 142 tree services on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many tree services are there in Newton?
ContractorsRanked ranks 142 tree services serving Newton, NC. 4 of them are based in Newton; 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 Newton are open 24/7?
56 ranked tree services in Newton post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are OGS Stump Grinding & Tree Service (#1), Chester Tree Care (#2) and Chad's Tree Experts LLC (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which tree services in Newton work on weekends?
106 of 142 ranked tree services post Saturday hours and 64 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are OGS Stump Grinding & Tree Service (#1), Chester Tree Care (#2) and Chad's Tree Experts LLC (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does tree removal cost in Newton?
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 Newton. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Newton tree services have?
The median Google rating among 142 rated tree services in Newton is 5.0★, with a median of 15 reviews. Clark's Tree Express has the most, 513 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 Newton?
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 Newton
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 142 tree services serving Newton.
- October 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.
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