(336) 213-3449 generaltreeservicenc.com
4013 Groometown Rd, Greensboro, North Carolina 27407
Equipment and Capabilities: Crane, Stump Grinder
Tree Services: Dead Tree Experience, Large Trees, Works Near Structures, Lot Clearing, Tree Planting, Cabling Bracing, Stump Removal
Specialty Expertise: Fruit Tree Specialist
Emergency and Storm: Storm Cleanup
Credentials and Trust: Family Owned, Insured
Customer Experience: Affordable, Cleanup Included
General Tree Service, Inc. is a tree service serving Greensboro & the Triad. Deadwood Tree Removal - Removal of dead, dying, diseased, crowded, and weakly attached branches from the crown of the tree. Crown Thinning - The selective removal of branches to increase light penetration and air movement through the crown. Crown Reduction - Reduce the size, height or spread of a tree by pruning back the leaders and branch terminal to the lateral branches. Elevating Canopy - Removal of lower branches from a tree in order to provide clearance for buildings, vehicles, pedestrians, and views. Tree Cabling & Bracing, Stump Removal, Deep Root Tree Fertilization, Shrub Pruning, Lot & Land Clearing & Grading, Storm Damage, Snow Removal & Crane Service.
5.0 from 29 reviews
Crane-assisted removal for trees that can't be conventionally climbed or sectioned - ideal for extremely large, hazardous, or tightly situated trees.
In Greensboro, projects repeatedly show the crew removing large limbs and even whole trees that are high up or near structures with careful, safety-focused precision. When storm damage occurs, they walk clients through options and execute substantial removals, often addressing additional dangerous branches while up in the canopy. They routinely complete multi-tree removals and stump grinding in a single day, with thorough cleanup and neatly handled logs. The service is described as insured, professional, respectful of property, and reasonably priced, making it a trusted choice for heavy equipment–based work in the Triad. Taken together, the patterns indicate a crane-capable level of lifting and access for elevated removals, delivered with efficiency and care.
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is performed on-site as part of their comprehensive tree-removal work, with customers consistently noting they bring a stump grinder and tackle large stumps directly at the property. In one case, they ground two huge stumps in a single day as part of completing the full job after removing or trimming trees. Customers repeatedly praise careful, safe operation around structures and landscapes, followed by thorough cleanup of the work area. Overall, the stump-grinding capability is viewed as reliable, efficient, and affordable, contributing to high satisfaction and repeat business in Greensboro.
Specialists in the safe removal of dead, dying, or diseased trees. Dead trees are unpredictable - experience and caution matter.
Deadwood removal of dead, dying, diseased, crowded, and weakly attached branches from the crown is a core capability, executed with care and attention to safety. In Greensboro, NC, the crew is frequently praised for taking down large, high-up limbs and storm-damaged branches with precise, safe technique. They also prune or remove branches that overhang homes or structures, providing necessary clearance while preserving as much of the tree as possible. Cleanup is thorough—debris is chipped, logs can be saved for firewood, and stump grinding is often completed on the same visit. Customers consistently describe the team as professional, courteous, reliable, and fairly priced, making deadwood service a trusted option for local properties.
Experienced handling oversized trees - tall, wide, or heavily branched. Removing or trimming a large tree requires specialized skill and equipment, and these pros have both.
Handling large-tree work is a standout capability, with customers noting safe removal of huge limbs and full trees that were near homes or garages. High branches, leaning trees, and trees in tight spaces are removed or trimmed with precision, including crown reductions and elevating canopy as needed, often completed in a single day. Stump grinding and thorough debris cleanup accompany the job, and logs can be stacked for firewood if requested. The crews are repeatedly praised for punctual, courteous, professional service and clear guidance on options and pricing, and they can deploy crane support for oversized removals when needed in Greensboro and the Triad. Overall, they demonstrate reliable, efficient handling of large-tree challenges while protecting property and minimizing disruption.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
In Greensboro, near-structure work is a core capability, with customers repeatedly noting careful, safety-minded pruning and limb removal when homes, garages, or other structures are at risk. They've removed large limbs and even entire trees leaning toward houses—such as a large oak between a home and its garage—without damage and with thorough cleanup. On front-yard projects, they cut down a huge limb with meticulous care and safety and promptly mulched debris on site. When storm damage threatens buildings, they walk clients through options and execute high-access work that reduces risk near structures, often completing the job efficiently in a single day. They bring in tools like stump grinders to finish close-to-structure tasks, grinding stumps and leaving logs neatly stacked for firewood when requested.
Full-scale land clearing for new construction, overgrown acreage, or development prep. Trees, brush, and stumps - all of it gone.
Lot clearing and land clearing are delivered with efficient, careful work on Greensboro-area properties, including tight lots with limited space between homes. Work often includes stump grinding, removal of vines and dense brush, and on-site chipping and mulching of debris, with several jobs completed in a single day. Crews routinely create safe clearance near structures by removing large limbs that threaten houses or garages, ensuring access for buildings, vehicles, and pedestrians. Cleanup is consistently thorough, leaving yards neater than before and with debris neatly handled, logs kept for firewood when requested. Clients describe them as reasonably priced, professional, punctual, and reliable, often citing repeat service and referrals.
Not just removal - these companies help you add trees too. Proper planting technique gives new trees the best chance at a long, healthy life.
Planting large trees with big root balls is a capability customers highlight, noting their knowledge and fair prices. Clients describe Delfino and his crew as professional, courteous, and meticulous, applying that same care to tree installations as to removals. On Greensboro-area projects, planting is integrated into their broader service offerings, with reliable execution and tidy site results. Overall, Greensboro customers can expect competent tree installation work that complements their removal, pruning, and land-clearing capabilities, all delivered with strong value.
Installs steel cables or braces to support weak branch unions, co-dominant stems, or leaning trunks - extending the life of a tree you don't want to lose.
In Greensboro, their cabling and bracing capability shows through risk-aware work on trees with structural hazards, such as large limbs and trees leaning toward homes, where safety and precision are prioritized during removal or stabilization. They consistently walk clients through options and price points for each approach, indicating a structured plan for stabilization (cabling/bracing) or alternative methods based on the specific situation. The feedback also highlights thorough cleanup and minimal disruption, with on-time service and professional crews who manage complex jobs and leave the yard neat and debris-free after addressing dangerous branches.
Full stump extraction, root and all - not just grinding. Ideal when you need the area completely cleared for construction, landscaping, or replanting.
Stump removal is performed on-site with a dedicated stump grinder, often completed in the same visit as the tree work. Customers repeatedly note the ability to grind large stumps quickly, with examples of two huge stumps being ground out in a single day. The crew also prioritizes thorough cleanup, leaving the area neat and even stacking logs for firewood when requested. This approach demonstrates reliable, efficient stump removal that can handle challenging jobs and multiple stumps in one session.
Experienced with the pruning, shaping, and care of fruit-bearing trees. The right cuts at the right time keep trees productive and healthy season after season.
Fruit-tree pruning and care are delivered with precision, trimming back branches in backyards while maintaining tree health and proper structure. Customers consistently note careful, knowledgeable, and safety-conscious work when fruit trees are involved, even when limbs are high or near structures. They explain options and pricing before work and keep the site tidy, with excellent cleanup and on-time performance. The Greensboro service area benefits from a reliable, family-owned, insured team that handles fruit trees and other tree care with fairness and professionalism. Work around smaller yard spaces or near structures is handled with care, and they mulch debris on site after pruning fruit trees.
Ready to respond after high winds, ice storms, or heavy snow bring trees and limbs down across your property.
Storm cleanup is demonstrated by prompt, clear estimates and option-based pricing for removing large, high-up branches damaged by storms. Crews tackle dangerous removals near structures—such as limbs hanging toward houses and large trees—with careful, professional execution. They often go beyond the task by removing additional dangerous branches on the spot and by performing thorough debris cleanup, chipping, and arranging logs as requested. Across Greensboro, NC, customers consistently report a reliable, courteous, insured, and affordable team that leaves properties neater than before.
A business built and run by family, often passed down or grown from the ground up. Personal accountability and pride in every job.
As a family-owned operation run by Delfino and his brother in Greensboro, General Tree Service provides direct leadership and a personal touch on every project. Customer feedback highlights careful, courteous, and meticulous yard work, with on-time arrivals and safety-first handling, plus cleanup that leaves the space neater than before. They demonstrate broad capability—from deadwood removal and crown work (thinning, reduction, elevating canopy) to stump grinding, debris chipping, and storm-damage response, including crane-assisted jobs when needed. The owners’ hands-on involvement and the family commitment come through in reliable communication, fair pricing, and a proven pattern of delivering excellent results for large trees and complex jobs around the Greensboro Triad area.
Carries proper liability and workers' compensation insurance. If something goes wrong on your property, you're protected.
Insured status underpins customer trust in this Greensboro, NC tree service, signaling a commitment to safe, responsible work and property protection on risky removals and large pruning tasks. Feedback patterns show clients value a careful, professional approach to storm damage, high branches, and leaning trees, with crews arriving on time and clearly outlining options and pricing. Several customers note that work is completed efficiently with thorough cleanup, often in a single day, and that equipment like stump grinders is used to finish jobs completely, reflecting reliability and safety. The combination of insurance coverage and demonstrated professionalism—courtesy, respect for property, and fair pricing—leads Greensboro-area homeowners to repeatedly recommend them. In short, insured capability aligns with experiences of prompt estimates, safe execution of complex jobs, and comprehensive site cleanup across services from stump removal to crane-assisted large-tree work in the Triad.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Affordability stands out in Greensboro-area feedback, with customers repeatedly noting competitive pricing across services from deadwood removal and crown thinning to large-tree removals and stump grinding with crane support. Clients also say they appreciate being walked through options and price points before any work, helping them choose value-driven solutions without compromising quality. The value is reinforced by consistent on-time arrivals, thorough cleanup, and efficient job completion—even when removing dangerous limbs or grinding multiple stumps in a single day. As a family-owned, insured operation serving Greensboro and the Triad, they combine affordable rates with a reputation for safety, professionalism, and careful workmanship.
All debris - branches, logs, and brush - is hauled away as part of the job. No pile left behind for you to deal with.
Cleanup included is evident in Greensboro, NC through consistent on-site debris removal and yard restoration. Branches are chipped and mulched on site, and all waste is hauled away, leaving the property cleaner than before. The crew even stacks salvaged logs for homeowners and neatly handles debris after trimming, demonstrating careful, finish-oriented cleanup. Even after storm damage or high-risk removals, the site is left tidy with no mess and well-cleaned surroundings.