(828) 768-2747 roycestreeservice.com
Equipment and Capabilities: Crane, Stump Grinder
Tree Services: Dead Tree Experience, Large Trees, Works Near Structures, Tree Assessments, Tree Planting
Customer Experience: Affordable, Cleanup Included
Emergency and Storm: Quick Response
Offering comprehensive and professional tree care services in Asheville, Buncombe, Henderson, Haywood, and beyond.
4.8 from 100 reviews
Crane-assisted removal for trees that can't be conventionally climbed or sectioned - ideal for extremely large, hazardous, or tightly situated trees.
Crane-assisted removal is a standout capability, enabling cutting and lifting of very large trees in tight spaces and even over structures when needed. Clients consistently note seamless coordination with the crane operators (including Dover Crane) to execute lifts without disturbing surrounding property. In challenging scenarios—such as removing four very large trees from a top ridge by lifting them over a house to the street, or handling near-structure removals with precision—the team performs with safety and efficiency. The process emphasizes clear planning, on-time execution, and thorough cleanup, reflecting a reliable crane-enabled approach to complex tree work in the Asheville area.
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is routinely integrated into their tree removal projects, with customers noting that adding the grinder to a job is straightforward and completed efficiently. A standout pattern is swift scheduling and execution—one client specifically reported that stump grinding was booked and finished on the same day. Across engagements, the crews are described as professional and safety-focused, and they leave the site clean with minimal disruption. This dependable stump grinding capability fits their broader strengths of timely communication, fair pricing, and reliable workmanship in the Asheville area.
Specialists in the safe removal of dead, dying, or diseased trees. Dead trees are unpredictable - experience and caution matter.
Assessing dead trees and the risk they pose to homes is a central strength, with quick on-site checks and video explanations that show exactly what needs to be done. They provide clear, honest guidance on whether a dead or diseased tree should be removed or can be saved, focusing on safety, the home, and long-term ecosystem health. When removal is necessary, they handle challenging locations—near roofs, driveways, and other structures—using cranes and stump grinders, delivering precise cuts and thorough cleanup with minimal disruption. In the Asheville area around Leicester and western North Carolina communities such as Weaverville and Montford, customers repeatedly report reliable responsiveness, professional crews, and transparent communication centered on dead-tree issues.
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.
Large-tree work stands out as a core capability, with client feedback repeatedly pointing to successful removals of very tall trees in challenging settings around homes in the Asheville area and western North Carolina. They commonly tackle trees near roofs, driveways, and other structures by employing crane-assisted crews to cut and lift heavy limbs and entire trees, including 60-foot-plus specimens, sometimes moving debris over a house to the street with precision. Planning is thorough and transparent, often accompanied by video explanations or assessments that help homeowners understand the risks and available options before any work begins. Clients consistently note safety, minimal landscape disruption, respectful, professional crews, and meticulous cleanup, with demonstrated capabilities across tight spaces, proximity to neighbors, and complex access scenarios in Weaverville, Asheville, and surrounding areas.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
Crane-assisted removals and precision pruning near structures are a core strength, including lifting large trees over homes to the street and safely working in tight spaces between houses, driveways, and roofs. Clients consistently receive detailed video assessments that map structural risk and spell out safe options, helping them understand exactly what needs to be done. Work zones are protected with careful staging and thorough cleanups—driveway mats, careful debris control, and ensuring nearby roofs and power lines stay safe. The crew shows a strong preference for preserving trees when possible, offering alternatives to removal and providing roof-clearance pruning to reduce future hazards. This expertise shines across western North Carolina communities, including Asheville and Leicester, where near-structure expertise and safety-minded approaches are frequently highlighted by customers.
Offers professional evaluation of your trees' health, structure, and risk level. Useful before buying property, after storm damage, or when a tree just doesn't look right.
Comprehensive tree assessments are a standout capability, with Royce providing prompt on-site evaluations and follow-up video explanations that map hazards to your home and nearby structures. He identifies health issues, structural risks, and potential failure scenarios—such as trees close to roofs, power lines, or in tight work spaces—and then outlines clear, option-based paths, from preservation to removal. In Asheville, Weaverville, and the broader Western North Carolina area, customers value the combination of rapid scheduling, transparent videos, and explanations that help reduce the scope of work and clarify costs. The assessments guide safe, efficient work in challenging settings—whether coordinating cranes, navigating near neighbors’ property, or ensuring thorough cleanup with minimal disruption. Staff consistently demonstrate knowledge and integrity, educating homeowners about tree health and care, and offering video records that clients can revisit long after the visit.
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 capability is demonstrated by a residential project where 40 junipers were planted at a home, with the crew arriving on time and delivering friendly, professional, and efficient service. Customers note thorough planning and clear explanations of planting options, often accompanied by prompt communication to keep homeowners informed. Work near structures is handled with careful attention to safety and site protection, and crews consistently provide meticulous cleanup to leave the landscape neat. They operate across Asheville and surrounding Buncombe, Henderson, and Haywood counties, bringing planting services to residential properties in the area.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Pricing is consistently highlighted as affordable and high value, with several clients noting quotes that beat competitors and, in at least one case, were half the price of other bids. The affordable offering is paired with fast, transparent communication, as people receive detailed video explanations and timely site visits that help them understand options before committing. They take on complex, space-constrained removals near structures, using cranes and stump grinders, and still deliver reasonable overall costs with thorough cleanup included. Serving the Asheville area and surrounding Western North Carolina, including Leicester, Royce's Tree Service is a trusted choice for cost-conscious, safety-focused arborist work.
All debris - branches, logs, and brush - is hauled away as part of the job. No pile left behind for you to deal with.
Cleanup is built into every Royce's Tree Service job, with crews tidying the site during and after work to leave the property neat and free of debris. Customers repeatedly note meticulous cleanup—branches hauled away, wood waste managed, and driveways and yards left looking clean and orderly. They protect landscaping and neighbors' property by using protective mats, careful equipment handling, and coordinating access in tight spaces near roofs or fences. This prompt, thorough cleanup pattern spans Asheville-area communities such as Ridgecrest, Montford, West Asheville, and Weaverville, with many jobs completed the same day or within a short turnaround so there’s little disruption after the trees are removed.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Across Asheville and western North Carolina, including Leicester, Royce's Tree Service demonstrates rapid response in handling inquiries and scheduling work. Customers note that Royce or his team often reply within minutes and can be on site the same day to assess safety concerns. They enhance quickness with concise, informative videos—often sent within hours—that clearly explain issues and options, helping clients decide quickly. Quotes and estimates are delivered promptly (often the same day), and scheduling can occur within days or sooner, even accommodating weekend requests. In urgent, storm-related, or near-structure scenarios, they respond quickly, assess risk, and outline a clear, safety‑driven plan to protect homes and property.