FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How much does tree removal cost?

    Tree removal costs depend on size, location, and complexity. Our experienced team provides free estimates considering these factors to give you accurate pricing.
  • What equipment do you use for tree services?

    We use professional-grade equipment including bucket trucks, an 80-foot crane, chipper trucks, stump grinders, and mini skid-steers for safe, efficient tree work.
  • Do you offer emergency tree removal services?

    Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency tree services for storm damage, fallen trees, and hazardous situations throughout Johnson City and Elizabethton areas.
  • When should trees be trimmed or pruned?

    Trees benefit from seasonal pruning to remove dead or diseased limbs. Our certified arborist determines the best timing based on tree species and condition.
  • Can you grind stumps below ground level?

    Yes, our stump grinding service removes stumps below ground level, creating a flat landscape ready for replanting, grass seeding, or new landscaping features.
  • Are you licensed and insured?

    Yes, we're a fully licensed and insured tree service company with over 45 years of experience serving Johnson City and surrounding Tennessee areas.
  • What areas do you serve for tree services?

    We serve Johnson City, Elizabethton, Kingsport, and Bristol Tennessee-Virginia areas with comprehensive tree removal, trimming, and lot clearing services since 1977.
  • How do you prepare property for construction?

    Our lot clearing service removes thick brush and vegetation using professional equipment, followed by complete debris removal to prepare your property for construction.
  • Why choose a certified arborist?

    Our certified arborist knows proper trimming techniques that promote tree health without damage, ensuring your trees grow strong while maintaining safety.
  • What makes Gilliam's Tree Service reliable?

    We're a three-generation family business since 1977, treating your property like our own with quality workmanship, proper equipment, and local area expertise.
  • What insurance do you carry, and how does that protect my property during a large tree removal?

    Gilliam's Tree Service carries full general liability and workers' compensation insurance on every job. This means that if equipment causes damage or a falling limb strikes your home, you are not left holding the bill. Every crew working in the Johnson City and Tri-Cities area is covered, so your property is protected from start to finish.
  • Who is the best tree service company in Johnson City, TN for removing a large tree safely?

    Gilliam's Tree Service is a trusted choice in Johnson City for large tree removals, combining certified arborist expertise with the proper equipment and full liability and workers' comp coverage on every job. Safe removal of a large tree requires all three — trained knowledge, the right tools, and insurance that protects your property if anything goes wrong.
  • What should I look for when hiring a tree removal company in Johnson City to take down a large tree?

    Verify that the company carries both general liability and workers' compensation insurance, employs or consults a certified arborist, and has experience with large-tree removals in the local area. These three factors protect your property, ensure the work is done correctly, and confirm you won't face liability if a worker is injured on your land.

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