About Us

Professional Arborist • Technical Climber • Plant Health Specialist

Serving Highlands, Cashiers & Western North Carolina

SkylineArbor was built on a commitment to professionalism, education, and true expertise in arboriculture — not guesswork, shortcuts, or generic tree work.

My path into arboriculture began in an unexpected place: Ft. Bragg, NC.

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From Military Roots to Arboriculture

After serving in the military, I transitioned into the “Soldier to Agriculture” program through NC State University at Ft. Bragg. This is where I discovered my passion for working with trees and the science behind how they grow, thrive, and decline.

Through NC State’s program, I gained foundational training in:

Plant biology

Soil science

Tree physiology

Agricultural systems

Environmental stewardship

This scientific background continues to guide every decision I make when diagnosing tree issues, assessing soil conditions, or designing plant health care treatments.

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A Career Built Across the East Coast

Once I entered the tree industry, I committed fully to mastering it. I spent years cutting, climbing, and studying trees from Georgia to New York, experiencing every type of forest, terrain, climate, and challenge the East Coast offers.

This wide-ranging field experience gave me:

Advanced technical climbing skills

Deep familiarity with East Coast hardwoods

Practical understanding of regional pests & diseases

Expertise in rigging, dismantling, and steep-slope removals

A trained eye for structural defects, risk factors, and tree health indicators

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Professional Credentials

To complement field experience with formal education, I earned:

✓ ISA Certified Arborist

Official certification demonstrating advanced tree biology, care standards, risk assessment, and industry best practices.

✓ NC Licensed Pesticide Applicator

Enables safe, regulated, and targeted chemical and injection treatments for plant health care.

✓ Specialized Pest & Pathology Training

Multiple courses in:

Tree diseases

Fungal pathogens

Insect pests

Structural decline

Soil disorders

Treatment strategies

This allows me to diagnose tree problems accurately and offer science-based solutions.

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Specialized Mountain Forestry Equipment

Western North Carolina’s mountain terrain requires more than just a chainsaw and a rope.

SkylineArbor is equipped with professional-grade tools specifically for steep slopes, tight access, and technical removals, including:

GRCS (Good Rigging Control System) — elite lifting & lowering system for complex removals

Holdfast Rigging System — advanced solutions for precision control

Two mini skid-steers for efficient material handling on rugged mountain terrain

Full soil testing equipment for pH, nutrients, contaminants & diagnostic sampling

Arborjet / tree injection systems for targeted plant health care

This equipment lets me take on jobs that many tree companies simply cannot safely or efficiently perform.

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A Mountain Arborist for Mountain Properties

Highlands and Cashiers have unique challenges: steep slopes, legacy hardwoods, fragile landscapes, sensitive ecosystems, and high-value mountain homes.

My combination of:

Technical climbing ability

Scientific training

Certification & licensing

Advanced rigging equipment

Soil & tree health expertise

makes SkylineArbor uniquely suited for these environments.

I help homeowners preserve the beauty, safety, and longevity of their property — and assist local companies who need a top-level contract climber for specialized removals or plant health work.

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The SkylineArbor Difference

Clients choose SkylineArbor because I bring:

Professional integrity

Safety-first procedures

Deep scientific knowledge

Respect for the landscape

Clear communication

Precision workmanship

My goal is simple:

Provide the highest quality arborist care in Western North Carolina with honesty, expertise, and unmatched technical skill.

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Let's Work Together

Whether you need a tree assessed, a hazardous removal handled, plant health care, or a skilled climber for a contractor project — I’m here to help.

Call/Text: 828-508-0051

or

Request a Consultation

SkylineArbor — Precision Arboriculture for the WNC mountains