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Black Bear Tree Service

Tree Service

About us

Family owned & operated.

Business highlights

26 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Tree removal & stump grinding, trimming & pruning.

Services we don't offer

Stump digging. Firewood. Lawn care, bush trimming & lot clearing.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.949 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
92%
4
2%
3
2%
2
0%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
5.0
Showing 1-25 of 49 reviews

Richard H.
03/2018
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Bill and his crew did a great job. It was fascinating to watch. They worked quickly and efficiently. It was a pleasure working with them.
Description of Work: Had 15 pine trees removed from our front yard. Stumps were ground and wood was removed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for taking time to give us such a wonderful review. We appreciate you business.

Carolyn C.
11/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
It went great. I had an estimate the day after I called and the work was done two days later. They were prompt, efficient, very professional and did an excellent clean up job.
Description of Work: I needed two trees removed from the front yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for taking time to review us. We appreciate you business and most especially your positive words.

Carlene P.
09/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Bill was prompt in giving me an estimate. I am very pleased the quality of the work. Bill and his team were punctual and professional The work was done efficiently and in a safe manner. The two trees were near the deck. I appreciate that the workers were careful so that no damage was done to the deck. Very satisfied with the results. I would hire Black Bear Tree Service again.
Description of Work: Two Bradford Pear trees were removed plus stump grinding

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for your confident review. We greatly appreciate your business and taking time to review us.

Lucian G.
08/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They are super great. The workers were very polite and hardworking.
Description of Work: They removed some trees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you [Member Name Removed]! It was very nice working for you. We greatly appreciate kind customers like YOU!

James W.
06/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Good. Took 2 - 3 hrs, with good clean-up. g
Description of Work: Lower branches removed on 3 trees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for taking time to give us such a great review.

Mark K.
05/2017
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
well but clean up could have been better
Description of Work: remove limbs close to house

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for your review and your frankness about our cleanup capabilities. We will work more diligently on that aspect so we can give our customers the best job possible.

CHARLES D.
05/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Did great work. Very conscientious.
Description of Work: Removal of multiple large pines
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you! We appreciate you taking time to review us.

Christy D.
04/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Hire these guys! You wont regret it. Fantastic. Punctual and very professional! The work was done efficiently and in a safe manner. They cleaned up the mess upon completion! Truly pleased with the quality of work and the price was very fair.
Description of Work: Dead limb cut down, and two trees cut down, and one stump grinding

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for your glowing review. We appreciate your business and confidence in our work.

Arlette H.
03/2017
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
These guys are incredible. Within minutes the tress were gone. I give them all A's. The price was very good for what they did. I live alone and am not very young, there were some limbs left behind that I couldn't get. I called and the owner came back out and picked them up for me. It was a fair price for the amount of work he put in.
Description of Work: I had two big trees damaging my foundation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for your kind words. We appreciate hearing how pleased you were with our work!

Lucy K.
11/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Amazing! Bill responded to my call the next day, came on a Saturday to give me a quote, and had the work done within days, all around the holidays! The work was done in one day. I got to keep some of the wood and got a ton of chips to use in the mulch beds around my house. All the details were discussed up front, and his prices were more than fair. He even waited for me to get home from work to review the work and make sure I was happy. I never had a doubt that I picked the best company for the job.
Description of Work: Removed nine trees plus stump grinding for ten trees

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,950

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you Miss [Member Name Removed] for your kind words! We greatly appreciate you taking the time to give us such a glowing review.

Chuck B.
11/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
It went very well and quick. Black bear personnel extremely knowledgeable and quick to respond to ensure a good experience.
Description of Work: Drop and remove a tree in the back yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you Mr. [Member Name Removed]! We appreciate you choosing Black Bear for your tree service needs.

Lee H.
10/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did a great job. He came for my estimate within an hour of calling and got me on the schedule. They did a great job for a fair price. They even cleaned up all the leaves. I would definitely use again.
Description of Work: I had five trees removed after Hurricane Mathew.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for taking time to review Black Bear. We are so glad to hear how pleased you were with our work!!!

Scott H.
10/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The crew arrived just after 7:30 am and got right to work. After checking the tree carefully, they decided it was safe to climb. They took care to minimize damage to larger surrounding trees (actually, they did no damage to those trees). When the tree was down they filled the gouges in the ground, removed the smaller trees below that were collateral damage, and hauled all the brush away. The branches that were usable as firewood were stacked near my wood pile. The larger (8' or so) hollow pieces were placed back in the woods at the back of the property where nature can get some use out of them. Job was completed in just over 3 hours. Overall, very satisfied with the results. Would definitely use Black Bear again.
Description of Work: We had a large hollow poplar tree from in the riparian buffer on my side yard, near the back corner of my house. The tree had a significant lean to it. There was one large bough at a 45 degree angle at the top of a 50' +/- hollow trunk. The bough had 3 large branches on it. The tree made it through hurricane Matthew, but it was clear it might not make it through the next storm. If it fell in the wrong direction could hit the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,800

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
THANK YOU!!!

Cora L.
09/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Wow ! Unbelievable work !! Not only did they remove everything we wanted gone but also they did a great job in cleaning everything up really neat before they left. We were very pleased with the work and it only cost $1450.00 for everything. Black Bear Tree Service came highly recommended and they lived up to their great reputation. VERY WELL PLEASED ! The men were all hardworking and very polite. Thank you Black Bear Tree Service.. I just can't say enough good things about your service.
Description of Work: We had several large trees to be removed and a couple of smaller ones plus a tree that needed a good trimming and a big old stump. We needed more sunlight over the flower beds and the front yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,450

Sandra V.
05/2016
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
This is the second time that we have used Black Bear the first time we had about three trees removed. This time we had 6 Huge Leyland cypresses removed and about 7 or 8 smaller trees and we had the stumps ground. Bill and his crew do fantastic work! They had all the trees down and the stumps ground in a little over four hours, now we have our yard back and we can plant grass again, Bill is very friendly, courteous, professional, and reasonably priced. He is definitely the "Go To Guy" for trees, and I highly recommend him to everyone.
Description of Work: Removed approximately 14 trees

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000

tom Y.
11/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The entire evolution went perfectly and fast. Upon arrival we went over exactly what need to be taken down and took notice to Bill's suggestions. Along the way I added a few more limbs and with no hesitation while he was rigged to the tree, Bill moved around and took them down too. He and his crew cleaned up quickly while leaving the mulch perfectly located where I can get to it and use it for some landscaping around the yard. I appreciated all the active input he gave before, during and after all the work was done. I will absolutely call Mr. Smallwood's tree service again and recommend them to anyone needing such a projects.
Description of Work: Removed a tree, low hanging Oak and Pine limbs in proximity to the house in the front and back yard.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for your positive review. We appreciate your business.

Sandra V.
11/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Fantastic, he took all that trees down and he was out of here in a little more than an hour. Billy was very prompt with his estimate and after a slight hiccup with his truck needing repair, he promptly got the trees off our roof. Awesome job, we will use again and recommend to all our friends and all Agie's list members.
Description of Work: We hired Billy to remove a huge Leland Cypress and two smaller trees.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for your recommendation. We appreciate your business.

Donald B.
06/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I only have good things to say about Bill and Black Bear Tree Service. Bill was very professional. He came out and gave us an estimate on 6/10/15, which we thought was fair. He arrived the next day to do the work. He called before he arrived to let us know he was on the way and he arrived on time. We had an enormous 100 foot plus tall pine in the front yard and two on the side yard. Bill climbed the tree and took it down so skillfully. The other two pines he was able to take down without the climb. He cut the logs, chipped the rest, & cleaned up everything. It was a pleasure to work with Bill (and his brother too)... and they're very nice people too. I would highly recommend Black Bear Tree Service.
Description of Work: Removed 3 very tall pine trees (one he had to climb) Stump Grinding for 3 pine stumps (and one extra stump that also needed to be removed)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,450

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you!

Theresa P.
05/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Black Bear Tree Service (Bill) was prompt to return phone calls, on time for the estimate and on time to perform the work. We arranged for an estimate and Bill was right on time. I really appreciated the eye contact and sincere introduction when we shook hands. We walked through the details of the work we needed to have performed. Bill explained exactly what he would do and how it would be done. When the work started, they were on time and immediately went to work. The trees were removed and hauled out of the yard. All work was performed exactly as stated with the trees coming down and the debris taken out of the yard. No damage at all to the planter beds, garden or the lawn. The clean up was meticulous and detailed and all efforts completed on the same day. I would highly recommend Black Bear Tree Service and will use them again in the future. GREAT JOB and Thank you!
Description of Work: We have a very manacured and landscape yard. We had 15 trees (including 1 large tree close to the house and 1 huge oak) cut down hauled away and stumps ground.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,100

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you!

James M.
03/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Bill was on time & very professional. He had the equipment to do the job. He ground up everything. All I had left were the chips from stumps. Bill warned me due to all the wet weather there would be some rutting from his equipment.. It was my decision to get this work done at this time.. Bill even helped me smooth out some of the ruts. If you need tree work done I would highly recommend Black Bear tree service.
Description of Work: Cut down 2 large trees & ground up 9 stumps.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you!

Christy T.
03/2015
1.0
tree service
  + -1 more
These guys were just careless. They didn't bother to look at the lot lines or to figure out that, gee, maybe putting all our chain saws directly in front of someone else's picture window means we're not in the right yard. They had plenty of space available in my neighbor's yard and driveway; they chose to use my yard instead. They did move their truck after I informed them that I will send them the bill for reseeding the grass. I intend to invoice them for the damage to our yard. If you decide to hire these guys, plan to give apology gifts to your neighbors afterwards!
Description of Work: This tree service company was working at our neighbor's house. They treated our front and side yards as a staging area, including driving and parking in our yard and storing equipment there while working. They also blocked our driveway for about 3 hours without any attempt to give us a way out of our house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0


Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you!

Lauren N.
11/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Bill was great. Came out right away for an estimate. Very professional, they brought all the equipment they could need to do a quick and professional job. We were shocked they had the trees and stumps out and cleaned up the yard all before lunch. Are neighbors had similar work done with another company that did not have as much equipment, they took a day and a half.
Description of Work: Removed 7 trees and stumps (+ extra stumps)

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you for your kind words. It's satisfied customers like you that makes our business successful.

Joyce H.
09/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The service was great! He was very fast in quoting the work. He was very kind and gave us a great explanation of what he had to do and how and why he would do it. Every time he said he would be out to our home he was on time and completed the work quickly.
Description of Work: He cut down several trees and ground the stumps.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Dear (Removed Member Name), Thank you for taking the time to give us such a positive review. We appreciate your time and business.

Linda G.
07/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
My neighbor showed me a tree was snapped, and hanging over my yard into hers. Directly under it was their chain-link fence and a large workshop. The tree, about 30 feet tall, was hung up in the tops of some pines. Bill called back a couple hours after I called him Monday night. We set up an appointment for a couple days later--but later he called me and said he was able to come a day earlier, Thursday. This tree was a lawsuit waiting to happen, so sooner was much better. He took a look, told us what he had to do and he gave us a price. He said that he couldn't get on it for a couple of days, but he said he would come out Friday and rig up the tree with some heavy rope so it would stay put. No extra cost. They came out today and cut the tree. He said he was able to pull a helper from a big job they were doing, and they climbed up another tree and cut it down, piece by piece, lowering sections on a rope. Not a scratch on fence or neighbor's shed. Black Bear is highly recommended. It wasn't a cheap job, but this was a very tricky situation.
Description of Work: remove a big broken tree, hung up above a neighbor's fence and shed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Dear [member name removed], We are very happy to hear you were pleased with our work and greatly appreciate you taking time to give us a positive review. Thank you!

Amy G.
07/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Bill was quick, efficient, on time and showed lots of professionalism. The price was great. I would definitely use Black Bear again.
Description of Work: Black Bear came and removed 6 trees from my property. One larger size and 5 medium size.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Response from Black Bear Tree Service
Thank you (Removed Member Name) for your review. It's greatly appreciated!
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Contact information

4420 Raleigh Rd, Clayton, NC 27520

http://www.blackbeartreeservice.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Tree Service

FAQ

Black Bear Tree Service is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Black Bear Tree Service accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Black Bear Tree Service offers free project estimates.
No, Black Bear Tree Service does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Black Bear Tree Service does not offer a senior discount.
No, Black Bear Tree Service does not offer emergency services.
No, Black Bear Tree Service does not offer warranties.
Black Bear Tree Service offers the following services: Tree removal & stump grinding, trimming & pruning.
Stump digging. Firewood. Lawn care, bush trimming & lot clearing.

Contact information

4420 Raleigh Rd, Clayton, NC 27520

http://www.blackbeartreeservice.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM