Freeman Tree Care at a glance
Freeman Tree Care is a locally owned tree service and excavation company in Waynesville, North Carolina, run by owner Marvin Freeman, a Haywood County native. We remove, prune, cable and assess trees, clear mountain views and overgrown brush, grind stumps, respond to storm damage, and handle grading, excavation, retaining walls and stonework for homes, cabins and estates in Haywood, Jackson and Buncombe counties.
Tree and property services in Haywood County
Our crew does its own climbing, rigging and equipment work. That means one company can handle a delicate removal beside the house, a view-clearing project, a new retaining wall or the grading for a building site. The full list is below.
Everything we do
Many of our clients call us once for a single tree and keep calling for everything else on the property. If you don't see what you need here, ask.
Tree care
- Tree removal, including trees near homes and power lines
- Pruning and crown thinning
- Cabling and bracing
- Tree health assessments for rot, insects and disease
- Invasive and nuisance tree removal
Views and land
- Mountain view clearing
- Brush and shrub clearing
- Overgrown shrub trimming
- Land and lot clearing
- Fallen trees in creeks and woods
- Leaf and debris hauling
Excavation and hardscape
- Grading and excavation
- Retaining walls
- Stonework and landscaping
- Driveway repair and cleanup
- Creek and storm damage repair
- Site work around wells and outbuildings
Property care
- Emergency storm response and tarping
- Stump grinding and removal
- Firewood cutting and stacking
- Yearly property maintenance
- Limb clearing for satellite signal
- Starlink and satellite mounts in tall trees
Rated 4.9 stars on Google
Excerpts from our 103 Google reviews, as of November 2026.
“We were in a tough spot after our previous contractor left the job unfinished… big trees just a few feet from our cabin, and one large one hanging directly over the roof. We couldn’t be there in person most of the time, but Marvin kept us updated with pictures every step of the way.”
“His understanding of what trees at my cabin were invasive, were overgrown and the ones that were actually dangerous to the safety of my home… sent photos throughout the tree removal process and his communication was superior.”
“True tree artists, they gave us amazing long range views without just clear cutting all of our beautiful trees.”
“They are professional, care about you and your property and, often most importantly, cleanup is outstanding. He went above and beyond by moving 5 enormous stones to the edge of our driveway… so that the landscaping looked professional.”
“He also advised that beetles were the reason the trees had died… The other company did not advise of this and it could have led to more tree loss.”
“They really opened up our mountain view and I love it… Then they removed all branches and used their wood chipper to clean everything up.”
Serving Western North Carolina from Waynesville
We work with homeowners, second-home owners and property managers throughout Haywood, Jackson and Buncombe counties.
- Waynesville
- Hazelwood
- Maggie Valley
- Clyde
- Canton
- Dillsboro
Frequently asked questions
How do estimates work?
Call, text or send the form, and we will schedule a time to walk the property with you. Estimates are free. Because every property is different, we price each job after seeing it rather than publishing set rates.
Are you insured?
Yes. We are licensed, bonded and insured, and we can provide a certificate of insurance on request.
Do you clean up afterward?
Yes. Brush is chipped, debris is hauled away, and the work area is raked and blown clean. If you would like to keep the wood, we can cut it to firewood length and stack it.
Do you handle emergencies after a storm?
Yes. If a tree has fallen on your house, vehicle or driveway, call (828) 476-1789. We remove the tree, cover any roof damage and return to complete the cleanup.
Can you do the work while I'm away?
Yes. Many of our clients own second homes in the area. We arrange access with you in advance and send photos as the work progresses.
Do I need a permit for grading or land clearing?
Most residential jobs do not. In North Carolina, projects that disturb more than one acre generally require an approved erosion and sedimentation control plan. We will tell you what applies to your property during the estimate.
Schedule an estimate
Call or text us at (828) 476-1789, or send a request online.