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Illinois Tree Service
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt from Illinois Tree was able to stop out quickly and provide an on-the-spot & fair quote for removing an overgrown locust tree too close to my house. He was straight-forward and said that it would be three weeks before they could get to my job. Fortunately, with favorable weather, he was able to work me in sooner and get the tree cut within a week of setting up the job. The crew did a good job of cleaning up the yard and the deck of any excess debris. Everything went according to plan and they will be my first call for future tree service needs."
Response time2 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Semper Fi Tree Service llc
5.0(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired Semper Fi Tree Service, and I couldn’t be more impressed with their professionalism and expertise. From the moment I reached out, their communication was quick, clear, and consistent. They were incredibly responsive and always took the time to thoroughly explain everything—whether it was why full tree removal was necessary or why trimming certain branches wouldn’t be sufficient. Their knowledge about trees is outstanding, especially when it comes to identifying what can harm them and how to best treat or remove them. I was particularly impressed by their free estimate, which wasn’t just a price quote but a full, detailed explanation of their plan and reasoning. When it came to the job itself, Semper Fi Tree Service completed the work quickly and efficiently, with a focus on both safety and quality. They even went above and beyond by partnering with the electric company to safely remove a tree that had grown around a power line, something I never would have expected from a tree service, but it just shows how dedicated and well-connected they are in their field. If you're looking for a trustworthy, professional tree service that knows their stuff and gets the job done right, I highly recommend Semper Fi Tree Service. They exceeded my expectations in every way!"
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+15

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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33 Tree Services
4.9(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up on time and explained the process the whole way through. Juan and his team took down 2 mature and sick trees from my small yard and were careful not to damage the house, garage or other plantings. Great work! Recommending to my family and neighbors."
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Response time1 day
Response rate90%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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EMERALD BLOOM LANDSCAPING
4.2(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their service, skills, and attention to the job were way beyond what I thought possible. The owner Frank really knows his stuff, and he made the whole job a lot easier. Frank will be my go-to-guy for landscaping for as long as he's around."
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+10

Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Better Green Landscape
4.3(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service, efficient, polite, courteous,they tidy up everything, and very nice. They come early in the morning and they come on Sunday morning. Francisco is very nice person to tal with and he really work with you. They also remove snow."
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+5

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Primeedge Landscaping LLC
4.4(
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. I started with Mike in 2018. I was desperately looking for a yard service that was reliable and knew what they were doing. I found Mike through his father's company which had done some landscaping for us. Right from the start Mike was very friendly while at the same displaying his competence and professionalism with his work on our yard. By the end of the first season my wife and I were very pleased with the marked improvement in our yard appearance. And, it continues to improve each season. Another thing that endears me to Mike's company is his willingness to do extra landscape projects during the year. When we are planning some of these projects Mike's suggestions have greatly helped to bring the project to a successful conclusion. And at the end of the season he will also clean out gutters. This really helps to prevent damaging ice buildup during thee winter. My wife and I, by all means, highly recommend Mike and his company."
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Courtyard Services, Inc.
3.7(
74
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Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike and staff were very prompt, professional and precise. They were hired to install pavers in my backyard to compliment my deck and expand my out door living space. I met with Mike, explained my needs and he suggested pavers and worked with my budget. I am definitely pleased and will call them again for future landscaping needs."
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+28

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Tree roots don’t necessarily break through concrete on their own, but they can certainly take advantage of existing cracks, even very small ones. As roots grow, they expand the cracks, making them larger and leading to serious and costly foundation damage. It’s a good idea to have repairs on any foundation cracks you’re concerned about.

Trees that flower in the spring—like dogwood, cherry, magnolia, and pear—should not be pruned during the winter. These spring-flowering plants grow buds on old growth, so you’ll actually remove what would’ve been gorgeous flowering foliage. Instead, wait to prune until right after they bloom, when the flowers fade.

Cutting down a tree next to power lines is never a DIY job, and it’s a good idea to contact your utility company first. In most cases, the utility company will need to take care of any tree problems within 10 to 15 feet of power lines. If you want to remove the tree for aesthetic reasons, hire a pro to do the job. Trying to cut trees near power lines yourself can create many safety hazards, and you could be liable if you inadvertently cause damage to electrical equipment.

Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.

It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

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