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Fernandez Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Chicago Ridge, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fernandez Tree Care was amazing to work with. I had a large White Pine in my back yard that needed some help. I initially wanted to just trim the tree but on closer inspection and conversation we decided it was best to remove the tree due to the health and age of the tree. Humberto (super nice guy) is a certified Arborist and while speaking through all of our options he was very informative and understanding that I was having a hard time deciding to remove the tree (he should also be a licensed therapist for how indecisive I was) but, as mentioned above, due to health and age of the tree, trimming it was only a band-aid for future issues. Day of, the crew was very friendly, professional, and quick. An 8 hour job only took about 5 hours and they helped with a few other tree/stump issues around the property because they had the equipment there. They did not have to do this but it was no trouble for Humberto and his team. They also took great care in cleaning up in both my yard and my neighbors yard where debris fell. Neighbors have already asked for the recommendation because they were so professional. All this at a very reasonable price too. I look forward to working with Fernandez Tree Care again very soon to get a new tree set up in our yard and would absolutely recommend this team to anyone needing help with their trees, trimming, fertilizing, or removing."
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Lincoln Park Zoo Bur Oak Tree Removal
Response time1 day
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Real Smart Solutions
5.0(
4
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Tree Trimming

Serving Chicago Ridge, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Real Smart Solutions was founded out of a shared family effort, beginning strictly as a local neighborhood service. Over the last year, we have built strong, lasting relationships with our neighbors by delivering honest work and reliable results. We treat every property with the care we would give our own, turning local trust into a thriving family enterprise.\n\nWe have proudly expanded beyond our initial local roots. Our team services Chicago, parts of the Chicagoland area, and parts of Northwest Indiana. Our foundational philosophy is simple: We address real problems with smart solutions for every \n\nWe specialize in multi-season property care and custom functional solutions, bringing a versatile skillset to every project:\n• Lawn Care & Landscaping: Precision mowing, clean crisp edging, bush shaping, and professional sod installation.\n• Property Cleanouts: Comprehensive junk removal and debris clearing to reclaim your outdoor space.\n• Winter Services: Dependable snow removal and salt\n\n

Bush Trimming
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Arciga's Lawn Care
4.0(
4
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Chicago Ridge, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Given all the bad weather we have been having I called and he was very professional and was very prompt on such short notice. I would definitely recommend him, especially because the service was for my grandparents who are older. He was very professional and treated them with a lot of respect and was there the entire time talking with my grandparents through the whole process."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Deciduous shade trees (the type of trees whose leaves fall off in autumn) need to be pruned in late winter—between February and March. That’s because it’s easier to find and remove sick or dead branches when no leaves are present. And wounds close and heal faster in colder temperatures so pruning them at this time also makes them less prone to infection.

Stump grinding consists of removing the visible part of the stump, but the roots remain intact. Depending on the tree and root system, the roots may still grow after stump grinding. If you are concerned about root growth and damage, you may want to consider having a stump removed completely.

For safety reasons, leaning trees are best removed by a professional, as they may often tear away from the hinge, causing you to lose control over where the tree falls. If you choose to cut down a tree leaning slightly, avoid cutting off root protrusions before you start. Make your hinge a little longer than usual by cutting it deeper (up to 30% of the diameter) and applying a wedge into the felling cut on the side the tree is leaning. Stand away from the direction the tree leans while making your felling cut.

Late August, September, and mid-October are the ideal months for planting a young tree. However, the best time to plant a tree ultimately depends on when the weather transitions to fall-like conditions and eventually winter frost. As long as the hottest days of summer have passed and the ground hasn’t frozen yet, you can still successfully plant trees.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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