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Illinois Tree Service
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt was promptly responsive to my voicemail.  He came out and gave a very fair estimate for the front yard and back yard- individually as well as the entire job.  His team was prompt, courteous and professional on the day of service. Matt and his team notified me of some issues with a tree that was undetectable from the ground- no extra charge for removal. Matt is a knowledgable arborist. They did a terrific job and cleaned up after themselves.  I would recommend Illinois Tree Service to everyone.
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Semper Fi Tree Service llc
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We specialize in tree services, tree trimming, tree removal, stump grinding, stump removal, and more! 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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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Alvarado's Tree & Fence Service LLC
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Alvarado's Tree & Fence Service LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work.\n \nAlvarado's Tree & Fence Service LLC is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality products and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations.\n \nWe look forward to working with you!

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33 Tree Services
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

33 Tree Service with our 6 years experience is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Progreso
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Welcome to Progreso Painting! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us today!

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Twin Oak Services
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree TrimmingTree Removal+3 more

Serving Crete, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quality work

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

Generally, no, tree topping isn’t a good technique, and you should avoid using it in most cases. Tree topping may be the only good option to save a tree following severe damage after a storm, but in most other cases, it’s not the right choice. Tree topping can leave trees vulnerable to disease and further damage, and most pros will suggest against it.

The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.

Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.

Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.

For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.

A tree can grow back from its stump, but full regrowth is unlikely (especially for more stubborn conifer trees). Instead, trees are more likely to send up a number of shoots from the dead stump, which will try to develop into primary stems over time. In other words, it will start to look increasingly bushy. The goal of killing and drying out a tree stump is to prevent that from happening, as well as make the stump easier to completely remove.

If a tree isn’t pruned, it can inhibit proper growth and fruit production, cause damage to both the tree and your property, and create entry points for pests and diseases. Pruning a tree enhances its stability, appearance, shape, and growth. Pruning trees regularly can also save you money long-term by avoiding overgrown or dangerous dying trees.

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