Charlie Nansteel Tree & Excavation in Upper Nazareth Township

Charlie Nansteel Tree & Excavation

(610) 588-4400 www.charlienansteel.com

Equipment and Capabilities: Stump Grinder

Tree Services: Dead Tree Experience, Large Trees, Works Near Structures, Stump Removal

Emergency and Storm: Quick Response

Credentials and Trust: Long Established

Customer Experience: Affordable

Dealing with tree-related issues can often be stressful and inconvenient, impacting your daily life and the safety of your property. In Bangor, PA, and the Lehigh Valley area, Charlie Nansteel Tree & Excavation, LLC stands as a beacon of relief for those facing such frustrations. With top-of-the-line equipment and a team of highly experienced professionals, we offer unmatched services that address all your tree needs.

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Equipment and Capabilities

Stump Grinder

Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.

Stump grinding is a core capability, demonstrated when they ground the stumps of two large black walnut trees by the road along the driveway and left the property neat. They can handle multiple stumps in a single project, as shown by grinding three stumps on a property alongside brush removal. In addition to grinding, they clean up debris and even perform post-grind restoration, removing wood chips and dirt and adding topsoil, grading, seeding, and straw. Their equipment versatility and crew skill allow them to tackle tough sites, including challenging terrain and proximity to structures, while still delivering a neat, professional finish.

Tree Services

Dead Tree Experience

Specialists in the safe removal of dead, dying, or diseased trees. Dead trees are unpredictable - experience and caution matter.

Dead-tree removal and stump grinding are core capabilities, with crews removing dead trees of substantial height and grinding the stumps to leave the site ready for restoration. They excel in challenging conditions, including very rugged terrain and trees located near structures or driveways. A broad fleet of equipment and a skilled crew enable safe downing of large trees and thorough cleanup that leaves driveways and yards neat. In the Bangor, PA area, the combination of capability, reasonable pricing, and reliable, professional execution is repeatedly demonstrated.

Large Trees

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 projects are their specialty, with customers removing trees well over 60 feet tall and praising a punctual, professional crew. They bring an unbelievable variety of equipment and know-how, enabling safe downing of tall trees even on challenging terrain or when a structure is nearby. Stump grinding and meticulous cleanup are standard, with examples of grounding stumps and leaving yards neat and orderly. Serving the Bangor area and the Lehigh Valley, residents trust them for large-tree work, often noting fair pricing, quick responses, and reliable performance.

Works Near Structures

Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.

Near-structure work is a core strength, with crews regularly handling trees that sit right beside houses, driveways, garages, and property lines. Customers describe safe, precise downing and removal of tall trees in tight spaces, using a broad fleet of equipment to protect structures and landscaping. Ground stumps are ground and roots removed, with thorough cleanup that leaves the site neat and ready for use. They routinely tackle large or awkward trees near buildings, even in challenging terrain, with professionalism and efficiency. While a few notes mention scheduling or communication hiccups, the overall feedback emphasizes reliable, high-quality work close to structures.

Stump Removal

Full stump extraction, root and all - not just grinding. Ideal when you need the area completely cleared for construction, landscaping, or replanting.

Stump removal and grinding are a core capability, with crews regularly handling large stumps near driveways and roadways and removing the associated roots. They ground the stumps and clean up thoroughly, leaving the property neat, tidy, and ready for landscaping or replanting. In drainage-sensitive scenarios, they remove the stump and roots and then backfill with topsoil, grade, seed, and straw to restore the area. They excel in challenging terrain and tight spaces, supported by a wide range of equipment and a professional, courteous crew. Clients in Upper Nazareth Township and the greater Lehigh Valley consistently report responsive service, fair pricing, and reliable stump-related work.

Emergency and Storm

Quick Response

Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.

Quick response is a defining capability, with customers noting timely on-site appearances for estimates and project kickoff in the Bangor, PA and Lehigh Valley area. They consistently arrive on time with ample equipment and move efficiently through even large or challenging jobs, often leaving the property neat and cleared. The overall pattern is of fast, professional service and clear communication about scope and pricing, contributing to a smooth and predictable experience. However, there are occasional complaints about missed follow-ups or no-shows, indicating that while rapid response is common, communication reliability can vary. In short, rapid mobilization and prompt service are repeatedly highlighted as strengths in their local work.

Credentials and Trust

Long Established

A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.

Their long-established capability is evident in a proven, ongoing role across many properties, with clients repeatedly turning to them for tree trimming, removal, stump grinding, and site preparation over years. Across reviews, customers emphasize reliable, on-time service and a crew that is professional, courteous, and thorough, even on challenging terrain. They routinely tackle large or complex jobs, including tall trees near structures, multiple trees at once, and stump-grinding with debris cleanup, thanks to a broad arsenal of equipment and experienced operators. Pricing is frequently described as fair or competitive, and the team is noted for efficient work that leaves properties neat with no leftover debris. The patterns show a strong, ongoing relationship with clients—six to seven repeat engagements over the past decade—signaling a durable capability that has earned trust across the Lehigh Valley.

Customer Experience

Affordable

Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.

Pricing is consistently described as competitive and fair for the high-quality work delivered in Bangor, PA, the Lehigh Valley, and Upper Nazareth Township. Clients highlight the ability to handle large, complex jobs—such as removing tall trees and grinding stubborn stumps—without paying a premium, often calling the pricing a strong value. Several comments note that efficient crews and thorough cleanups help keep overall costs down by reducing duration and disruption. Taken together, the feedback pattern shows affordability paired with broad capability, making them a cost-effective choice for tree care and excavation in the area.