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Removals, pruning, tree health care, risk assessments.

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Free Saturday tree skills class.
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The Treeist is locally owned & operated by Chapel Hill residents Craig Nishimoto & David Ricks

5.0 on Google from 145+ reviews  ·  Fully insured
3 ISA Board Certified Master Arborists

Craig Nishimoto and David Ricks, owners of The Treeist in Chapel Hill, NC
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Kaleigh P.

Tree risk assessment · Jun 2026

“Craig was kind enough to offer his expert advice for several other trees on our property in addition to the one we requested a report for. It is clear that their focus is on education, conservation, and ecosystem health rather than just removing trees for profit.”

Ben F.

Tree health care · May 2025

“…could not have cared less about me. Then I called the Treeist and just simply wow. Michael came out and walked my property with me for an hour. … We settled on treating several trees and preserving a beautiful pine that I was worried would need to go.”

Chris C.

Urgent help · Mar 2026

“The tree started leaning the wrong way (toward my house) and grabbed my chainsaw in the process. The Treeist team was sympathetic and prompt. Ben came out soon after and not only finished the job safely but also gently educated me along the way.”

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We Believe Knowledge Saves Resources

"As students of the trees we’ve gathered an almost silly number of credentials. We’ll aim to impress you not with these but with solid guidance for your trees. Our love of learning is made perfect when we can pass along useful insights to you." -Craig Nishimoto

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