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Lufkin Environmental
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This crew is absolutely fantastic! They took out most of a dead tree and trimmed up a dying one and cleaned up everything! Most professional company we've ever worked with! I highly recommend them for all your tree needs. They are the best!"
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
Burchett Stump Grinding
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"WoW!! These guys responded quickly. They had the equipment and the know-how to make our project look easyâ ¦ removed the stump, smoothed and compacted the ground afterâ ¦ They were friendly and professional, AND charged a very reasonable price!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Rumble bee tree service - Inicio Facebook
4.6(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very courteous and professional, reasonable price, cleaned up the yard afterwards. They went above and beyond my expectations! I will definitely be hiring them again for any tree, roof or yard service! I would highly recommend them!"
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Bucket Work
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Bucket Work

+8

Response time10 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Weatherby's Tree Service
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Athens, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would definitely recommend Weatherby Tree Services to anyone. Luke and his partner were very professional and efficient. The customer service was excellent! They got the job done! I am very pleased and I will hire them again!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It takes anywhere from three to seven years for a stump to decompose on its own. This timeframe can depend on the kind of tree and your climate. The lower to the ground the stump is, the faster it rots. If you kill a tree stump with salt, boiling water, herbicide, light deprivation, or burning, the tree stump decomposes faster. 

If you’re buying a small tree with lots of room to grow, expect to pay around $100 to $200 for a potted version. But if you’re buying a larger tree—say one over 10 feet—prices rise, starting in the $500 to $600 range and increasing quickly from there. Keep in mind that paying for professional palm tree planting or transplanting services will increase the cost.

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

It’s not as common for Dutch elm disease to affect other types of trees, especially if the surrounding trees aren’t elms. However, it is possible for DED to spread to other trees, particularly in northern states, like Minnesota. In fact, it’s a good idea to use geography to identify wood and determine which types of trees are in your yard. 

Unfortunately, the complex and shallow root system of elm trees makes surrounding elm trees particularly vulnerable to DED. Early discovery is key!

It depends on the problem, the affected part of the tree, the risk of the pathogen spreading, and the overall health of your tree. Many diseases, fungal infections, and insect infestations can be successfully treated, especially if the issue is only in a few branches. However, if a disease is too widespread, too severe, too easily spread, or in the roots, the tree will likely need to be removed.

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