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Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc.
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Geneseo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a very large tree that needed to be removed in our backyard with very tight excess to it. Deven and the crew did a great job, no, they did an excellent job. From cutting down the tree to removal of all the limbs and grinding out the two stumps it was done very professionally. This company does and follows thru with everything they promise to do. We are so happy with the respectful way they treated us and our property. I would highly recommend this company. They are Great!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
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Bieniek Tree Service
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Geneseo, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have a tree that is eventually going to fall and I had Bieniek Tree Service drop by to give us his expertise on the situation, I really appreciate Micky coming on such a short notice to tell us what his thoughts were, in the future I will definitely call him to have the work done, thank you so much!!"
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+5

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Arbor Pro
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Geneseo, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

"Brandon and his crew did a fantastic job! They were here on time and cut down 10 trees total which included a large walnut tree. They did just as we asked them to do. Their cleanup is truly amazing! I highly recommend them! Thank you."
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Rigging Heavy Elm wood off and away from Home

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Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Family Branch Tree Service LLC
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Geneseo, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

"Very Pleased with Samuel for his work removing a tall Ash Tree from my yard. Ash bores killed the tree as was shown to me & Samuel worked hard all day and stacked the cords of wood, from large limbs to small limbs; in a neat organized pile near my shed. (I had/have further use for for the wood to be made into shelving, etc.) I am very pleased with the quality of work performed! My yard was left clean as a whistle! I would recommend Samuel’s Tree removal service to ANYONE! He is very experienced and has the knowledge and great equipment to perform his job very efficiently!! Thank You Samuel!!"
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

No. Topping a tree refers to severely cutting down all its major branches and tree in a straight line. It was once recommended for streetside deciduous trees but has fallen out of practice. Topping leads to many problems, removing so much of the tree that many trees struggle to survive and become much more vulnerable to insects and diseases. Also, it doesn’t really help tree growth as once assumed and often leads to an ugly appearance of many sprouting stems in competition to become new main branches.

In general, trees should be planted no closer than 15 to 20 feet from your foundation. For larger trees with far-reaching roots like maples, oaks, or poplars, a good guide is to plant as many feet from your home as the tree’s height is expected to reach at maturity. Some trees, like elms and willows, should only be planted far from where their roots may encounter sewer or water lines.

Hiring an arborist or tree surgeon is usually more expensive than a standard tree company, but it is often worth the investment. Arborists have education and certifications that standard companies typically lack, leading to a more professional, expert-level service. Their expertise is particularly valuable for diseased or infested trees, as they can ensure safer removal and help prevent the issue from spreading. Additionally, arborists may be necessary for work near power lines, as uncertified companies are often not permitted to service these trees. If your goal is to preserve the health of your trees, an arborist is the best choice. Their services, such as stump grinding, are also performed with greater expertise to ensure a safe depth that won't cause your lawn to collapse over time.

Often, it’s the homeowner’s responsibility to handle the aftermath when a neighbor’s tree falls on their property. But if a tree has been obviously dead for a significant period of time and caused damage when it fell, a case can be made that the owner should have removed it, especially if the neighbor wrote you a letter about the tree or asked you to take it down. This can be grounds for a successful lawsuit in claims court and is a good reason to always pay attention to your trees and remove dead trees before they fall.

Unless there’s some sort of rule in your community’s homeowners’ association that requires you to remove a stump, there’s no law that says you have to take it out. If you’re not wedded to the idea of removing it, there are plenty of ways to get creative with this tree remnant. Using the stump as the medium for a wood carving or turning it into a planter are just two examples of ways to repurpose a tree stump.

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