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AMG Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired AMG to remove a stump and they not only removed the stump they went above and beyond and took care of the entire root system so the gas company could bury our line. If I ever need tree service again I am calling them for sure."
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+30

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JC Arborist Professional Tree Care Service LLC
4.1(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quote and work completed quickly and did exactly what I asked for at a fair price."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Greenworks Landscape
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent work with catastrophic tree damage due to huge windstormâ ¦ Hard and thorough workers!"
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Brickwork
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Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Bowline Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

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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
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Kaiquer's Tree Service
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came quickly for a free quote and were able to come the next day since my damaged tree was at risk at falling. They came on time, were very professional, cleaned up the area."
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AQG Dumpster Rental Junk Removal
4.6(
47
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"AQG took the time to meet with me at the location. They listened to my concerns. We discussed how to proceed. Fair price for this job. Scheduling was prompt. All my questions were answered by Henry. Job well done!"
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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ROGEL JR. TREE SERVICES
5.0(
5
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have a 30 year old Magnolia tree that needed trimming, and I was very afraid to let someone trim it because I don't want to lose the tree. Dino and his crew came out,assessed the job and came promptly on the service date. He also suggested trimming the front trees. He took care of all of them and did a great job. Very happy with the service and would definitely refer them or hire them again if needed."
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Ace Tree Service
4.6(
14
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Tree Removal

Serving Great Lakes, 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
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+2

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SavATree - Northbrook
3.4(
8
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain

Serving Great Lakes, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They responded quickly and were very professional. They came out and did a great job with excellent clean-up and broke down their services in a way that worked with our budget."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Not all evergreen conifers need to be pruned, but some do. Pruning pine trees is not necessary, but you can do so during June and July if you wish. On the other hand, spruce, firs, and junipers do need to be pruned from late winter to early spring.

Yes, it’s okay to trim low branches on a tree, also known as limbing up or raising the crown. Essentially, you’ll trim the lower third of the tree (trunk) and leave the upper two-thirds of the tree (crown). Arborists recommend trimming 20% of a tree’s leaves per season for two to three seasons. Trimming low branches allows light to flow through the tree, increasing circulation and making the tree stronger and healthier.

In some states and municipalities, you will need a permit to remove a tree on your property. In many cases where permits are required, a tree must reach a maximum height before a permit is required to remove it. You can either ask your local building department or a tree removal professional if you’ll need a permit. If you do, you can expect to pay between $50 and $150 for the permit alone. Your tree removal company should pull the permit for you and include the permit fee in your total.

For Bradford pears, damage from storms is common, and if the trunk splits, it can pose a danger to people and surrounding structures. The best thing to do in that instance is to have the tree removed. If there’s only minor damage to the branches, pruning away the damaged parts is the first order of business. You may also want to consult a professional arborist to make sure the tree is healthy.

A pro can guide you on the alternatives to tree topping depending on the specific issues within your trees. For example, if you’re dealing with breakage and cracks in your tree, they may suggest canopy reduction, which removes less than 25% of the tree’s limbs. If you’re dealing with lesser damage, some intentional pruning may be all you need. If you’re looking to get a clearer view through your tree, the pro may also try windowing or skirting your tree.

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