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OLI Outdoor Services
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Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely the best tree company in the tri city area. My yard looked cleaner than it was before they even started. Very professional team! Highly recommend this company!!"
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Accutree LLC
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Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"The guys were great. Very professional and nice. They explained the service and walked me through afterwards. They cleaned up and even took some sticks I had gathered by another tree that I will hire you all to work on. Thanks for your company's quick reply and completion of service."
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Nunez Tree & Landscaping
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Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I needed a dying tree removed from my backyard. They did a great job, got it down in just a couple of hours and left the yard cleaner than it started. I will definitely call them next time I need tree service."
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Response time5 hrs
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Nunnery’s Landscape and Tree Removal
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Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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We specialize in professional landscaping and concrete services designed to enhance the beauty, function, and value of your property. From custom landscape design and installation to patios, walkways, driveways, and other concrete work, we take pride in delivering durable, high-quality results.

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yardman enterprises llc
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Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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Providing Top Notch lawn care needs from basic mowing, trimming, edging , to gutter cleaning, shrub removal, bush trim, mulch and tarp, small tree trim & removal, as well as fertilizing. Prideful in my ability to produce excellent results when called upon . Knowledgable Understanding and Respectful, I aim to deliver the best service that I can .

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CJ pro lawns
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Serving Columbia, IL and surrounding areas

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CJ Pro Lawns is your local expert for professional lawn care and pressure washing services. With a focus on reliability and meticulous attention to detail, we help homeowners keep their properties looking their absolute best year-round. From precision lawn maintenance to restoring your home’s surfaces with expert pressure washing, we pride ourselves on punctuality and high-quality results. Fully insured and dedicated to customer satisfaction, we treat every property as if it were our own.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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. 

Often, it’s the homeowner’s responsibility to handle the aftermath when a neighbor’s tree falls on their property. But if a tree has been obviously dead for a significant period of time and caused damage when it fell, a case can be made that the owner should have removed it, especially if the neighbor wrote you a letter about the tree or asked you to take it down. This can be grounds for a successful lawsuit in claims court and is a good reason to always pay attention to your trees and remove dead trees before they fall.

Early signs that a tree is struggling include premature leaf shedding and lesions or other strange markings. Peeling bark, dead or rotten branches on the ground, and a conspicuous lack of leaves can all be signs that a tree has started to die. By the time a tree starts leaning, it’s usually too far gone to save.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

Carefully pruning small roots no thicker than three inches in diameter won’t harm the tree. However, cutting larger roots may impact the tree's stability and nutrient absorption. It's advisable to consult an arborist or tree care professional to evaluate the root's size, the tree's health, and the potential impact of cutting. Proper tree pruning techniques and timing can minimize damage, but larger root removal may necessitate expert guidance to avoid compromising the tree's overall health and stability.

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