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Lufkin Environmental
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Serving Girard, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Emergency services offered

"This crew is absolutely fantastic! They took out most of a dead tree and trimmed up a dying one and cleaned up everything! Most professional company we've ever worked with! I highly recommend them for all your tree needs. They are the best!"
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
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Miller Services
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Serving Girard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"Very professional. Got the work done quickly. I would highly recommend miller services to anyone in need of tree services. Whether you're dealing with routine pruning or more complex tree removal, you can trust them to get the job done right, and in a quick manor. Iâ ve hired them more than once and each time has been exceptional."
Tree Removal & stump
Tree and stump removal
Tree Removal
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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The Kut Above Lawn Services, LLC
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Serving Girard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an excellent job of removing limbs from three of our trees. The crew was courteous, friendly, and diligent. They not only removed all the lambs, but also raked leaves and gumballs which had fallen."
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The Inverters

+3

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Big Dawg Tree Service
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Serving Girard, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Big Dawg Tree Service did an awesome job cutting down our tree next to a power line. We are needing him to come this year and do more trees specially since he has truck for higher jobs. Thank you again for all your help and experience Carl"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

The best time to transplant a tree is when it is dormant. For many trees, this means either in the fall after the leaves have dropped (around October or November) or in early spring before new growth begins (around March). The ideal timing can depend on the type of tree. Deciduous trees do well when moved in early spring or fall, while evergreens are best transplanted in early spring or late summer. For example, pine trees are best moved in early fall, but maples prefer late fall. Avoid transplanting in winter, as the frozen or hard, cold soil poses a significant risk to the roots and prevents the tree from acclimating properly.

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

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.

Generally, you should prune around 20% of an apple tree’s growth—and never more than 30%. This means that if you have a severely overgrown tree, it can take a few seasons to prune it back enough to produce the healthiest fruit. 

If you’re dealing with a newly planted or juvenile tree, hold off on pruning beyond the initial shaping. Wait at least a couple of seasons into fruit production since pruning can increase the number of water sprouts and unproductive foliage.

There are many signs that a tree is diseased or dying, and if you suspect that’s the case, you should call an arborist immediately. You might notice rot or fungus on the trunk or that the tree is beginning to lean to one side. Brittle branches or signs of root damage are other indicators that a tree is in trouble. If the tree is dying, it might be time to cut the tree down so it doesn’t fall.

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