New Heights Tree Service LLC

The Upstate’s trusted partner for safe, well-managed trail and greenway systems.

For HOAs, master-planned communities, golf clubs, trail-connected neighborhoods, and city parks, trails and greenways are core amenities that drive home values, buyer appeal, and resident satisfaction.

Over time, storms, overgrowth, and deferred maintenance can quietly turn those amenities into safety concerns and liability risks.

New Heights Trail & Greenway Division specializes in heavy-duty trail restoration, storm recovery, and long-term stewardship for cities and communities across Upstate South Carolina.

Backed by our proven track record with complex wooded trail and greenway projects, we provide boards and managers with a reliable, single-source solution for keeping trail systems safe, accessible, and attractive.

Our Core Services

Storm Trail Rescue

Emergency trail clearing and hazard mitigation.

Severe weather can leave trail systems blocked, unsafe, and unusable.

Our Storm Trail Rescue service provides:

Full walk-through and assessment of the trail system.
Identification and removal of hazard trees, leaners, and hung limbs.
Clearing of downed trees, log piles, and heavy debris.
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Emergency trail clearing and hazard mitigation.

Severe weather can leave trail systems blocked, unsafe, and unusable.

Our Storm Trail Rescue service provides:

Full walk-through and assessment of the trail system.
Identification and removal of hazard trees, leaners, and hung limbs.
Clearing of downed trees, log piles, and heavy debris.
Reopening of blocked sections to restore safe access for residents.

This service is designed for communities that need a rapid, professional response after storms so residents can safely return to using their trails.

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Trail Revival

Storm Trail Rescue

Comprehensive restoration of aging or neglected trails.

Many communities have trail systems that were installed years ago and have since suffered from erosion, overgrowth, and deferred maintenance.

Our Trail Revival service includes:

Re-establishing the trail corridor and appropriate width.
Removing accumulated storm debris, deadfall, and

Comprehensive restoration of aging or neglected trails.

Many communities have trail systems that were installed years ago and have since suffered from erosion, overgrowth, and deferred maintenance.

Our Trail Revival service includes:

Re-establishing the trail corridor and appropriate width.
Removing accumulated storm debris, deadfall, and invasive overgrowth.
Addressing basic drainage and erosion issues along the trail alignment.
Improving sightlines and user experience.
Preparing the trail for new surfacing (mulch, gravel, screenings, etc.), if desired.

This service is ideal when a trail system is technically still there but, no longer meets safety expectations or the standard residents expect from a key amenity.

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Trail Steward

Storm Trail Rescue

Trail Steward

Contract-based inspection and maintenance.

Once a trail system has been restored, ongoing care is essential to protect the investment and avoid future emergency situations.

Our Trail Steward plans provide:

2–4 scheduled trail sweeps per year to remove encroaching brush and fallen limbs.
Annual hazard tree and risk inspections along the tra

Contract-based inspection and maintenance.

Once a trail system has been restored, ongoing care is essential to protect the investment and avoid future emergency situations.

Our Trail Steward plans provide:

2–4 scheduled trail sweeps per year to remove encroaching brush and fallen limbs.
Annual hazard tree and risk inspections along the trail corridor.
Simple, actionable updates for boards and managers.
Priority response following major storm events.

Trail Steward plans help communities maintain safe, open, and well-presented trail systems year-round, while giving boards clarity, predictability, and a trusted partner overseeing their trails.

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Who We Serve

We work with properties where trails and wooded areas are a meaningful part of the overall experience, including:

Homeowner associations (HOAs) and gated communities.
Master-planned and trail-connected neighborhoods.
Golf and country club communities.
Greenway-style developments and nature preserves.
Private parks, recreational properties, and amenity centers.

If your community promotes trails, greenways, or wooded common areas as part of its lifestyle, we help ensure those spaces remain an asset instead of a liability.

Project Example

Property Type: HOA Trail System – Wooded Common Area
Location: Upstate South Carolina

Initial Conditions:

Significant storm damage and years of deferred maintenance.
Multiple hazard trees and compromised limbs overhanging the trails.
Numerous blocked or unsafe sections due to heavy debris.

Scope of Work:

Full trail assessment with the client, documenting key risk areas.
Systematic removal of hazard trees, leaners, and hung limbs.
Clearing and hauling of approximately 2.2 million pounds (1,125 tons) of storm and wood debris.
Re-establishing a continuous, safe, and passable trail for residents.

Outcome:

The community regained a safe, usable, and attractive trail system, and the board was able to demonstrate clear action on resident safety and amenity quality, using a single specialized contractor to manage the entire process.

Our Process

1. Site Walk & Assessment

4. Ongoing Stewardship (Optional but Recommended)

2. Clear Proposal & Phased Options

We begin with a structured walk-through of your trail system, identifying:

Safety hazards and liability concerns.
Blocked or deteriorated segments.
Drainage, erosion, and visibility issues.
Overall condition and level of maintenance required.

We listen to your goals and priorities, whether that’s simple safety compliance, full restoration, or long-term enhancement of the amenity.

2. Clear Proposal & Phased Options

4. Ongoing Stewardship (Optional but Recommended)

2. Clear Proposal & Phased Options

You receive a clear, written proposal that may include:

Immediate safety work (non-negotiable items).
Optional Trail Revival phases (good / better / best scope).
A Trail Steward plan for ongoing maintenance and inspections.

This allows boards and managers to make informed decisions that align with their budgets and timelines.

3. Professional Execution

4. Ongoing Stewardship (Optional but Recommended)

Our experienced crew and heavy equipment handle the work from start to finish:

Technical removals and hazard mitigation.
Debris clearing, processing, and hauling.
Corridor restoration and basic grading where appropriate.

We focus on safety, efficiency, and clear communication, so boards always know what is happening and when.

4. Ongoing Stewardship (Optional but Recommended)

With a Trail Steward plan in place, we return on a scheduled basis to:

Keep trails clear and safe.
Identify emerging issues before they become major problems.
Provide simple updates to boards so they always know the status of their trail system.

This approach helps protect your initial investment in restoration and reduces future emergency costs.