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Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc.
4.5(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a very large tree that needed to be removed in our backyard with very tight excess to it. Deven and the crew did a great job, no, they did an excellent job. From cutting down the tree to removal of all the limbs and grinding out the two stumps it was done very professionally. This company does and follows thru with everything they promise to do. We are so happy with the respectful way they treated us and our property. I would highly recommend this company. They are Great!"
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+5

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bieniek Tree Service - Facebook
4.4(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a couple of estimates for big tree removal, Bieniek was the best price. Hired them and was completely satisfied with their work. Highly recommend this company. Great crew and customer service. OUTSTANDING!!"
60 ft bucket truck
 Mini skid light can fit through a 36 inch gate
 1800 Vermeer chipper can chip a 18 inch log
 60 ft bucket with a 2000lb material handler on it
 Preffesional climbers

+5

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Williams Construction
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today\n

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Trees & More
4.8(
3
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Shane and his crew are very professional and talented in their trade. They were able to take trees and timber down exactly where they need to be. They took a large tree out in a very narrow area and did not destroy even one flower being very respectful of my property. Not causing any damage to shrubbery and other yard ornaments in the yard. Very considerate of what the home owner needs. I use Shane about twice a year and because my property is so heavily wood they cannot get their equipment in and have to climb the trees and they carry the limbs out by hand so that they don't tear anything up. Truly impressive. He does my commercial properties as well. I strongly recommend Shane and his company - a true professional."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Haney Tree Care
4.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Alpha, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I needed two large branches removed. One had already broken off but was tangled, the other was putting pressure on a cable wire. Mr. Haney gave me the best quote, he was quick, careful, and cleaned up after. I strongly recommend him. Thank you for a job well done!"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It depends. Smaller, younger trees take longer to mature, but they're more resilient, their roots don't get as damaged during transplanting, and they recover faster. Plus, they're much more affordable to plant, and it's possible to DIY the planting. 

On the other hand, mature trees produce fruit faster and provide more shade and privacy immediately. Ideally, a small or medium tree is the better choice if you can wait a few years for it to mature. But if you need immediate maturity, a larger tree is the only option.

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

Whether you should remove the roots of a dead tree depends on whether they’re damaging nearby areas. For instance, if the roots continue to grow near sidewalks, driveways, or the foundation of your home, they can cause damage. If you want to plant something else in that spot, removing the roots can make it easier for the new tree or plant to grow.

Depending on the severity of the damage, a tree might continue healing for years after a split or a break. Saplings can usually bounce back in the spring in one or two seasons, but larger trees might take a few years to regain their former strength. If your tree is showing strong growth and is not dropping limbs, you can consider it healed after the first two seasons.

Unfortunately, most of the time you’re out of luck if a neighbor’s tree blocks your view. You don’t have a right to a view, so if you have a tree that’s near the property line but on your neighbor’s property, you can’t cut it to be able to take in a majestic mountain or a beautiful sunrise. In some communities, however, there are ordinances protecting scenic views. Checking into your local laws can help you determine your rights in this situation.

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