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Avatar for Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc.
Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc.
4.5(
401
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Chillicothe, 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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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AJC Home Services, Inc.
4.0(
117
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Chillicothe, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If you are looking for a contractor look no further than AJC Services I had a huge Maple tree in back of house and next to garage they came and gave us a good rate to take the tree down and grind the stump They did an awesome job and hard workers they cleaned the whole area and haul away everything including an old shed would hire them again without thinking twice They do great quality work and very professional Bob & Rita Hasty"
Response time1 day
176 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Beyer Enterprises Tree Service
5.0(
5
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Chillicothe, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in tree trimming and tree removal! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -- or-- click to schedule a free estimate today!

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+4

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Reinhart Grounds Maintenance, Inc.
2.8(
2
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Chillicothe, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Reinhart Grounds Maintenance, Inc., is one of the largest full service commercial landscape companies in the central Illinois region. We have been able to meet the needs of any size customer by using the most advanced equipment, latest techniques and highly trained staff. Please call us today for a quote!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Nature Scapes
5.0(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Chillicothe, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very prompt on giving you an estimate and getting the work done on the time that was agreed-upon. The workers were very courteous all the time,cleaned up after themselves and kept us up-to-date on the progress and how things were going. We would definitely use NatureScape on our next project"
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Replaced old mulch and bushes with rock
Basic Lawn Care
We've redone the entire mulch/flower bed
We've redone the entire mulch bed

+17

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The Christmas tree type that smells the best to you will ultimately depend on personal preference. But if that classic Christmas tree smell is important to you, choosing a type of tree known for its scent is a safe bet. Try a balsam fir for a spicy, comforting scent or a Douglas fir for a sweeter smell. You may also like Fraser firs, Scotch pines, and blue spruces.

You can never truly stop a maple tree from growing taller, but you can rein in its growth by pruning. Proper pruning helps maintain a safe size for your tree without causing permanent damage. It’s important to start pruning a tree while it’s young, long before it becomes a problem. Otherwise, you may be left with too many hazardous branches to remove at once.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

The best tools for tree removal include a chainsaw for large trees, an ax for notching and cutting down small trees, and a wedge to help control the direction a tree falls in. A hatchet can be useful for very small trees, but won’t be effective for medium to large trees. 

Your neighbor is not in a good position to know if your trees are truly dead or pose any kind of danger. That’s why hiring an arborist or tree service expert can be such an important part of the process. If the trees are still alive and don’t pose any threat, you’re in the clear (but you may want to document and photograph everything in case events turn sour down the road).

But if a tree is visibly dead and near the property line, you should remove it to be safe. If a dead tree falls on a neighbor’s property, they may have grounds to sue for negligence. If any branches on trees have died, it’s a good idea to cut them back for similar reasons.

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