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OLI Outdoor Services
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business

Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

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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+18

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Accutree LLC
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Accutree answered the telephone promptly, gave a reasonable price for the job, came on time, had a crew of professionals that worked in unity, and cleaned up area very nicely. The crew was friendly and courteous and made sure that they took care of my needs. I highly recommend them to anybody needing tree work performed in the Saint Louis area."
Large tree removal
Response time50 mins
Response rate98%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Iron Crown Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When hired, he informed me that the trimming would be done later in the season and he would alert me beforehand. True to his word, he called about a week before with an estimated date. And again on the morning of. He and one other trimmed and removed as requested. Service was great! Would definitely hire again if needed."
Maple tree removal
Tree Trimming
Tree and brush removal
Tree and brush removal
Tree Trimming

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Atrstl tree service
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Edwardsville, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ATRSTL did an excellent job! They came out when they said they would, trimmed our trees and removed a 7ft hedge. Their team had all the needed equipment and finished the job in a timely manner. All limbs, bushes and debris were cleaned up and taken with them for disposal. Highly recommend!!"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

There are several signs that may indicate a tree needs to be cut down. These include visible damage to the trunk or branches, a hollow trunk, extensive storm damage, or a significant lean to one side. Other warning signs are pest infestations or the tree growing too close to a house, power lines, or other structures. It is best to hire a professional arborist to inspect the tree, as they can determine if it can be saved or if removal is necessary.

In most ways, palm trees are incredibly low-maintenance. They don’t need a ton of water—which is why they’re so beloved in desert regions—and they basically prune themselves. But they do need an ample supply of sunlight and to be in soil that will allow for proper drainage so that their roots don’t become waterlogged and at risk of developing illnesses.

If the plant begins to wilt, develop spots, or change color, these could all be signs that your palm tree has a disease. But a few basic treatments, like pruning and applying fungicide, will usually be more than enough to return it to perfect health.

You don’t always need a permit to grind a stump, but you might need one depending on your location and the stump’s surroundings. Permits are often needed if the stump is part of a protected tree species, near public areas or utility lines, or close to environmentally sensitive zones like wetlands. Some cities also regulate noise and work hours. Always check local rules before grinding, and contact your city or county office if you're unsure.

There are four common ways to prune a tree correctly: crown thinning, crown reduction, crown raising, and crown cleaning. The method you choose depends on the purpose of pruning. However, making the correct cuts is a vital part of the process, regardless of your method. Pruning incorrectly can damage or even kill the tree. So, you may want to hire a professional tree-trimming company to tackle the task. 

A serrated knife will work for cutting off small palm tree fronds, about 1 inch in diameter. For larger fronds, you will need pruning shears. You may also use a pruning saw, and if your palm tree is especially tall, an extended pole saw can help you reach the brown fronds around the trunk.

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