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Top-Rated Arborists in Crystal Lake - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Dany Tree Service Inc.
Dany Tree Service Inc.
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were punctual, very efficient in their work and did a great job cutting the trees down/ grinding the stumps and cleaning up the mess afterwards. I would highly recommend anybody to use them in the future and if I have any jobs again will be calling them again!"
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+16

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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AAA Arborist Tree Experts
4.8(
196
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"10/10. Incredible quality and turnaround time. Michael from AAA Arborist came for an estimate the same day of contact and got the job done the next morning. We just moved to a new home and discovered an undisclosed squirrel next in our attic. Pest control identified the trees as the main thoroughfare of the squirrels. Michael recognized our emergency and took immediate action. There's a different tree company well reviewed in Angie's List that I wasted 2 weeks on prior and would avoid. I called Rivera 3-5 times. left VMs. Spoke w/ admin. They didn't provide me with the estimate as promised, until i followed up 1-2 times. Then when it finally came to schedule, they were a week out. I was never given an opportunity to speak with the estimator. If you're like me and looking up a tree trimmer on Angie's list, just call AAA Arborist 1st."
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Cedar V Tree Service & Landscaping
Cedar V Tree Service & Landscaping
4.9(
50
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Tree Trimming

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jorge did a fantastic job on my trees. It was a big job. His communication and follow thru were both excellent. Hard worker and went the extra mile on trimming the trees. He arrive early and was there all day until the job was done and cleaned up. Once he left everything was back in its place and yard was spotless. I highly recommend Cedar V. Best value you find."
Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Power Tree Removal, Inc.
Power Tree Removal, Inc.
4.5(
283
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Juan isn't just a person with a team who can remove large trees with efficiency; he is an arborist who really has vision of what can be done with a property. I recommend him not only for tree removal but for planting and landscape work. And the value that you get for the price is just great."
Landscaping mulch and planting
Mulch and Planting bushes
Rock work
Pavers
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+6

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
651 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Razorback Stump Removal
Razorback Stump Removal
4.9(
277
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Hugh was the only person from Home Advisor to call me back. I had about 15 small stumps that needed to be ground. He called me Monday afternoon and came out Tuesday. He was roughly half the other estimates I received. I would definitely recommend Razorback to anyone who needs a stump grinder."
Response time11 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
BTR Association, Inc.
4.9(
158
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"BTR provided a quote and took out our small 30’ Hawthorn on the same day. They came in with a crew of 6 working locally on another project and the tree was gone! They moved fast but weren’t all that kind to our flowers (damaged) and bird bath (knocked over) in the process. If you want work done quickly these are the guys for you. Keep your eyes on where they plan to drag the branches in advance and you should be fine."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
107 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rojas Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance, Inc.
Rojas Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance, Inc.
4.2(
181
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Tree Removal

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lino and his crew did an outstanding job removing two large trees from my front yard. They were professional, efficient, and left everything looking great. I’m extremely pleased with the quality of their work and the excellent service they provided. I’ll definitely be using them again for future projects and highly recommend them to anyone in need of tree services!"
Response time11 hrs
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Isabel's Lawn Care
Isabel's Lawn Care
4.7(
28
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business

Serving Crystal Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Humberto and his crew were amazing! If I could give them more than five stars, I absolutely would. He came out the very same day to provide a quote for trimming three trees. His price was better than any of the other estimates I received, and he started the job right on time. The entire project was completed in just one day, and the quality of the work exceeded my expectations. I was so impressed that I’ll definitely be hiring Humberto again this spring to clean up my backyard and do more tree trimming. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for reliable, professional, and reasonably priced tree service!"
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Tree Work

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, the same rules discussed above apply to your neighbor: They can trim one of your trees as long as they’re only cutting the portion that extends into their property. Your neighbor is not allowed to access your property without permission, nor can they cut past the property line. 

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

The best pro to hire for spraying trees is a tree maintenance specialist. These pros are well-versed in selecting the right spray treatment and applying it properly to ensure there’s no collateral damage to the tree or surrounding landscape. Many tree maintenance services employ certified arborists, but for these routine visits, the extra investment usually isn’t necessary.

Homeowners are usually not responsible for trees that fall on power lines. Power companies usually have utility easements around power lines, which give them the responsibility to maintain any trees within about 15 to 20 feet of the lines.

Yes, it’s okay to trim low branches on a tree, also known as limbing up or raising the crown. Essentially, you’ll trim the lower third of the tree (trunk) and leave the upper two-thirds of the tree (crown). Arborists recommend trimming 20% of a tree’s leaves per season for two to three seasons. Trimming low branches allows light to flow through the tree, increasing circulation and making the tree stronger and healthier.

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