This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ stars throughout their time with Angi.
About us
AAA Arborist Tree Experts do both residential and commercial work. Since 2000, our tree company has continued to provide the community with quality work done by people who care about their clients. Owner Mike Blou has over 25 years industry experience.AAA Arborist Tree Experts is a family owned and operated business. . We have established ongoing relationships with our clients and have a substantial amount of repeat business. We are bonded and insured! Email: [email protected] Cell#: 847-542-2599
They arrived on time and a large crew took down the cable and telephone lines and dropped the power line out of the way, removed the debris, then took down the elm and climbed into my neighbor's eighty foot poplar and my sixty foot mulberry, roped off the overhanging limbs and cut them down section by section safely without damaging any of the lines beneath them. At my request they then stacked the small and medium sized logs for my fireplace, then left mulch from the chipper for my front planting beds. One of the men spread the mulch out for me while I raked the leaves out of the way. They were all very neat, clean, courteous and friendly. They did additional work for my neighbors who saw them here.
Description of Work: Removed and chipped large tree limbs left by ComEd after a power outage, cut down and removed a chinese elm and took off large limbs from two very tall old trees overhanging power lines. This was what we had agreed upon for the price. Mike was very knowledgeable and personable.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$575
sherrin K.
11/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
work exceeded my expectations; clean up was great; very professional and courteous
Description of Work: tree trimming for 10+ trees; 2 tree removals; large stump removal
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
DONNA T.
10/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Mike and his crew did a great job. They removed some large branches, took out the dead ones and suckers and opened up both trees. The roots from some previously removed shrubs prevented me from planting anything new. They pulverized the roots and planted my new shrubs. They removed all the old branches and did a nice job cleaning up. Mike asked if I was happy with the work and he was willing to trim my trees exactly as I wished.
Description of Work: They trimmed two large silver maple trees, pulverized the roots of some old shrubs and planted my new shrubs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$390
TOM E.
09/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Mike called the day before he was going to come out, I asked if I had to be there and he preferred I be home so he could make sure I was happy with his work. His crew did a great job trimming and cleaning up after they were done. I had a few estimates and his was the cheapest and his work was great!
Description of Work: Trimmed various trees on my property.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Beverly S.
08/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Called for an appointment; reached his home phone [i guess]; woman told me she would contact him. Mike called within two hours. He came out to give advice on the trees and an estimate. We made an appontment for a few days later but because of the rain, the work was postponed a week. He called that morning, told me he was on the way. His workers arrived, along with Mike, and got to work. They worked from 8:45 to 2:15 non stop. They all smiled and worked hard -- it made an impression on me. As they completed a tree, they raked and picked up branches from the yard; threw the waste in the truck and the branches in a mulcher. . They did stop my work for about a half hour to work on a tree at the neighbor's across the street. I did wonder if they were going to return to finish my work, but they did. They ground up the roots and stumps and piled the large stumps at the curb to be picked up the next day, thinking someone in the neighborhood would grab them. They didn't, so I called, and Mike came within two days to get the wood. While they were working on my house, I noticed the fachia on my eave was coming off. I asked one of the men if he could fix it since he had a tall ladder. I gave him a hammer and nail; he climbed on the roof and did that for me. It cost me a tip for him, but that was okay. I was just happy they were to do that as I didn't have a ladder and am too old to climb that high. After they were cleaned up, Mike asked if I was happy and if I was happy with the trimming and if there weas something else that needed to be trimmed on them.. He told me he couldn't glue anyof the branches back on. I did tell him about a limb I thought could be cut off. We discussed if it would look right if it were gone. Then he had his men cut the large limb from the tree. All in all, the trees looked beautiful, and we now have a lot of light coming into our house with the downed trees. I have always had my trees trimmed every two to three years, and have always been unhappy with the company I used. Thanks to Angie's list, I found a new company of which I am extremely satisfied and would use them again and agina.
Description of Work: Cut down a birch and a sunset maple tree, did stump and root grinding, trimmed three trees: a sugar maple, a locust, and a crabapple, hauled away the stumps
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,450
Chris B.
07/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Mike responded the same day to my inquiry and provided me with an estimate that was extremely competitive. He followed up on the initial call and continued to be quite responsive throughout the process. He personally supervised the job and ensured that all elements were completed as promised. He acutally returned a day later to walk the job with me and make sure that I was satisfied before the final bill was paid. He's certainly earned my business in the future.
Description of Work: Removal of three trees
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$550
Luis L.
07/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
I had several large branches hanging over the house which resulted in bird droppings, saps from tree falling and a potential for a branch to fall and damage my new roof. I called AAA Arborist and dealt with Michael Blou who was very professional, courteous and a pleasure to deal with. He quoted a good price, came out the next day and did a great job, cleaning up everything they did. I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Remove large branches hanging over house and trim other trees on the property.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
DONNA T.
07/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Mike called and came out the same day I called. His quote was so good I decided right on the spot to use him. (Later that day another arborist dropped off a higher quote so I know I made the right decision.) At my request, his crew did the work first thing the next morning - though they were willing to do it the same day. They did a super job. They were efficient, careful and left everything clean. Mike was great. He offered suggestions and even looked at a city tree (on the parkway) to give me his opinion. I would suggest that everyone use this firm. You couldn't do better.
Description of Work: Removed two very tall arbor vitae, three overgrown evergreen hedges, an evergreen tree, removed bottom branches from a maple tree and trimmed it.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$375
Steve H.
06/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
We had seen a report on Angie's List saying to not be scared by AAA Arborists' low bids. Sure enough, we got three bids on doing the work and Michael's was far and away the lowest. He was very casual and just gave us a package price. He came out again for a second estimate when we changed our mind about what trees we were removing, and put everything down in writing. On the agreed upon day, he and his crew showed up right on time. They worked quickly and professionally -- some of the trees were close to our house and/or our shed, and nothing was damaged or even nicked. They left us some logs for our fire pit and hauled everything else away. A great, great job.
Description of Work: Removed six trees (including one 3-4 story one) and ground four stumps.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$800
Marian L.
06/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Great experience. Called on a Tuesday and owner came out same day for estimate. The work was completed on Saturday. Everything within 4 days.
Description of Work: Trimmed a large overgrown Maple in back yard
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$350
Joel K.
05/2009
5.0
landscaping
+ -1 more
AAA was excellent. Mike was easy to contact, the estimate was given swiftly, and the quote was significantly more reasonable than the several other companies I called. They asked me about preferences how to handle two large low branches, which I really appreciated. This discussion was hard to do by phone, so I had to be on-site for the job, and they weren't especially prompt. That aside, they were great people to meet in-person. The actual work on the trees was fantastic. The trees look great and seem poised to continue growing happily. They also gave advice about others trees on my property. I wholeheartedly recommend AAA to everyone.
Description of Work: Three very big trees needed trimming, and were probably very overdue.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$575
MICHAEL W.
05/2009
1.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Called company to set up an appointment for 11AM--day of appointment Micahel called to reschedule for 3pm because he was busy-never showed up at at 3pm or called to explain why!
Description of Work: Did not show up for estimate
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Jeanne F.
05/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
It was a good experience. Mike stayed with his crew the whole time. They were neat, professional & efficient.
Description of Work: They took down a dying elder tree plus a tall & narrow evergreen tree. The box elder was hanging over a neighbor's garage.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Jim M.
04/2009
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They did the work we agreed to and did extra work and trimmed a few more and put the wood chip mulch under our evergreen trees.
Description of Work: Cut down two dead trees and trimmed two others that were hanging over our house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,050
James M.
03/2009
5.0
lawn service
+ -1 more
AAA Arborist's name was given to us by a friend of my wife and I checked on Angie's List to see how they stacked up. They rated an A so we called and Mike, the owner, came out looked over the property and gave, after asking what we wanted, us a description of what he would do and what it would cost. A few days later he called to tell us when he would be out. That was today, a very chilly March day. He was running a little late but he rang. Upon arrival he verified what was to be done and his two associates began work. They worked quickly and competently. They made short work of the limbs needed to be cut. All the while Mike explained what they were doing and why. He is very friendly and offered advise and friendly conversation during the task. After all was cleaned up and run through the biggest chipper I've ever seen I gladly paid and they were on their way. All in all a very pleasant experience.
Description of Work: They trimmed two trees and three yew bushes.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
CAROLINE S.
11/2008
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Just like clock work. Mike came out quoted the job came back two days later and completed everything according to plan. We most definitely will have him back this coming spring. His prices are the best.
Description of Work: Called and talked to Mike the owner and told him what I needed done. He came out within hours, looked over my trees gave me a quote and told me he could get it done within two days. I even told my neighbor about Mike coming out to look at my trees and asked if I could send him over to his house. Not only did I have Mike do the trees he looked at he also did another one. When he finished with my yard he went next door and did the neighbors as well. The neighbor liked what he did so much he had him come back the following week to do some more work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
ELAINE M.
10/2008
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
I could not be more pleased. This contractor's price was by far the best of the three estimates I received, and so I was skeptical that the quality of work performed would be comparable. Mike and his crew arrived on time, phoned first to say they were on their way. They took down a 2-1/2 story tall tree within two hours' time, ground the stump, did a careful clean-up. Everyone was courteous, pleasant and responsive. I would definitely recommend them and will probably hire them again to prune some other trees on my property.
Description of Work: Michael Blou removed a very large silver maple tree and ground down the stump on a strip of property in between my driveway and my neighbor's driveway. He provided an estimate verbally and followed it up with a written estimate several days later.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Adam E.
09/2008
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
I spoke with 8 tree services and I felt that the bids were coming in too high for the work I wanted done. Thats when I called AAA Arborist-Michael came out the next day and gave me a quote. He also had suggestions that none of the other services made. His price was the best and his service was exactly as per the proposal. The work was completed the next day and I am very happy with the result.
Description of Work: Trimmed and removed dead wood from 3 large trees.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
kevin C.
08/2008
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They came out and provided a free estimate that was quite a bit less then prior estimates I received. Once I hired them, they came out the next day, on time, and completed the job. Very satisfied.
Description of Work: The company came out and trimmed 2 large trees, one in our front and one in our back.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$325
Jenny P.
07/2008
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
AAA Arborist took care of the pine tree and stumps within 24 hours of my call for service. The tree, stumps, and debris were gone in less than 20 minutes from arrival to departure.
Description of Work: I needed a small pine tree removed from my front yard and two smaller tree stumps ground out. Mike Blou came out the same day I called for an estimate and provided a fair price, and pointed out an invasive plant species growing among the shrubs. After obtaining other estimates, I chose AAA Arborist because of their promptness and professionalism.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$120
LILLIAN G.
07/2008
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Mike was very professional and knew exactly what to do to "lighten" up this tree.
Description of Work: Trimmed a very large linden tree.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Sara H.
04/2008
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
I have used this company before and will continue to do so. They are very quick to respond and show up promptly.
Description of Work: Removed a tree and cleaned up a few others in the yard.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$425
JUDITH P.
09/2007
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
We had a suspected tornado come through our neighborhood and damaged a lot of trees. AAA Arborist was the only company to show up and lend a hand to the neighborhood. They showed up and told me about the damage. The price depicts that they were not trying to gouge and take advantage of the situation, just help. They were extremely professional and community oriented.
Description of Work: We had limbs removed that were damaged from a storm and they trimmed the tree.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
Marcel K.
05/2001
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
THEY SHOWED UP THREE MONTHS LATE BUT DID A GOOD JOB
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Service Categories
Tree Service,
Landscaping,
Lawn and Yard Work
FAQ
AAA Arborist Tree Experts is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Open All Day
Monday: Open All Day
Tuesday: Open All Day
Wednesday: Open All Day
Thursday: Open All Day
Friday: Open All Day
Saturday: Open All Day
AAA Arborist Tree Experts accepts the following forms of payment: Check
Yes, AAA Arborist Tree Experts offers free project estimates.
No, AAA Arborist Tree Experts does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, AAA Arborist Tree Experts offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, AAA Arborist Tree Experts offers emergency services.
No, AAA Arborist Tree Experts does not offer warranties.
AAA Arborist Tree Experts offers the following services: Tree Trimming, Stump Grinding & Removal.