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Top-Rated Tree service pros in Fox Lake - Updated Nov 2026

Bowline Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
73
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bowline is the best tree service around. Customer service is great Kevin is kind, honest and hardworking. Him and his crew have cut two very large trees down for us and did the stump grind in the past 2 weeks. They do a wonderful job, they clean up, they show up on time and his prices are very fair. I will recommend this company to anyone looking for work time and time again. Thank you so much Kevin for working with us!"
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
BTR Association, Inc.
4.9(
158
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely great service They saved us money compared to three other services and did a very professional job removing three trees on our lot. The timely stump removal the next day was completed with great results."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
115 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ace Tree Service
4.6(
14
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Tree Removal

Serving Fox Lake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jimmy is a pro. He can do big and tricky trees near your house. He is a straight shooter, good communicator, and trustworthy. He does what he says he is going to do and does it very well."
Tree Removal
dedicated
double job
Need Fire Wood
Our Info

+2

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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

"I have never had such an amazing experience when getting work done. Power Tree Service was professional, kind, efficient, tidy. They were unbelievably great. My HUGE tree was down within 24 hours of my first contact with Power Service. I will hire them again!!!"
Landscaping mulch and planting
Mulch and Planting bushes
Rock work
Pavers
Pavers

+6

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
672 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

You’ll have to balance up the cost, the value of the tree (sentimental or otherwise), and the risk factors. An experienced arborist will help you understand whether transplanting is likely to be successful. The cost and hassle of transplanting a large, well-established tree are often not worth it, especially if the species is fast-growing and easy to source. The decision depends on the age and species of the tree, the conditions in the new site location, and how careful the company is when digging out and moving the tree.

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

You can use a felling ax to chop down a tree by following the same prep and steps as a chainsaw, but be prepared to use some muscle. For trees bigger than 7 inches in diameter, it can take some time and serious strength to cut down a tree using just an ax. 

Permits are often required for large tree removals, especially in urban areas or for protected species, ensuring regulation compliance and neighbor safety.

You can remove a small tree from your yard if there’s space for the tree to fall, you have the right tools and safety equipment, and you follow a clear plan of action. You’ll just want to follow the steps above carefully, and ideally, you will have experience doing similar tasks. If you have any doubts that you can do this project safely, though, you should hire a pro.

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