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Top-Rated Arborists in Fox Lake - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Jose's Trees, Inc.
Jose's Trees, Inc.
4.7(
403
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team that did the work was awesome. Total professionals. Excellent trimming of two trees (including a large oak), removal of an old and sick evergreen. Carefully removed the limbs/trees. No damage to my property nor my neighbors (fence and buildings on their property were under the trees. Excellent customer service. Very professional."
Cottonwood
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Power Tree Removal, Inc.
4.5(
282
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Fox 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
Pavers

+6

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
724 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Isabel's Lawn Care
4.7(
28
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business

Serving Fox 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!"
Tree Work
Tree Work
Tree Work
Tree Work
Tree Work

+6

Response time6 hrs
Response rate93%
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Andrews Tree Service
4.8(
21
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Andrew's trees service gave me several options. Decided on having two tall trees and one good size branch (storm damage) removed. Awesome price, work and completed quickly. Cleaned up with no stray branches around. Can't even tell where they did the work, except for the two stumps! Plan on using again in the fall. Highly recommend!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.

Absolutely. These steps are significantly easier, too, especially when it comes to preserving the root ball and moving the palm tree. However, you will want to make sure the tree has plenty of fertilizer to establish itself and start growing. Supports may also be more important, as it can take extra time for a potted palm to spread out its roots. If you are transferring a palm to another pot, you’ll want to move up a size or two to a larger pot. Make sure the pot has excellent drainage to keep the palm from getting waterlogged.

Steer clear of the area and contact your utility company immediately. It will have a website portal and/or a phone number to report downed trees and electrical issues. If the tree appears to be on public land, you may want to call your local government and report the issue there, too.

Whether you grind or dig up and remove your tree stump depends on your landscaping goals. Using a stump grinder leaves the root system in place for it to decompose over time, whereas digging up the tree stump removes the roots and the stump. Overall, stump grinding is a far simpler process since you won’t need to deal with the roots. Stump removal will make your yard look like a demolition site, but you’ll have an easier time replanting in the same place as your former tree.

The best time to cut down a tree is during its dormant season, typically in winter or early spring, after all the leaves have fallen. Removing a tree during this period is advantageous for several reasons. Frozen ground helps secure the tree stump, protects the surrounding landscape from damage, and reduces the risk of the tree falling in an unintended direction. With the leaves gone, there is less risk of the tree's foliage getting tangled with other trees. Additionally, since this is often a slower season for tree services, you may be able to hire a professional at a lower rate. This dormant period is also the best time for tree trimming.

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