"They were on time, had plenty of help and did a excellent job removing a very large tree. They were very professional and polite. I would encourage others to use them as well."
"I was very pleased with the tree trim that I requested of Briggs once it was done. Only thing was I had to wait over a week and had to call to see if he was still going to do it."
"Ramos Tree Service did an excellent job trimming 4 trees and 7 bushes. Professional and cleaned up after they finished. Very pleased with their service!"
"Juan did a wonderful job in our house painting bedrooms bathrooms living room hallways kitchen and office room. He was so good in finding perfectly matching paint and his work was quick and flawless. He completed the job in 2.5 days"
"Contacted Angi and Arciga’s Lawn Care reached out to me. Had a lot of tree and bush debris behind my garage in the alley. Arciga said he was in the area and can take care of it today. Kept me updated on the status. And sent pictures when completed. Very pleased with their service. Highly recommend A+. Will use their services again."
Real Smart Solutions was founded out of a shared family effort, beginning strictly as a local neighborhood service. Over the last year, we have built strong, lasting relationships with our neighbors by delivering honest work and reliable results. We treat every property with the care we would give our own, turning local trust into a thriving family enterprise.\n\nWe have proudly expanded beyond our initial local roots. Our team services Chicago, parts of the Chicagoland area, and parts of Northwest Indiana. Our foundational philosophy is simple: We address real problems with smart solutions for every \n\nWe specialize in multi-season property care and custom functional solutions, bringing a versatile skillset to every project:\n• Lawn Care & Landscaping: Precision mowing, clean crisp edging, bush shaping, and professional sod installation.\n• Property Cleanouts: Comprehensive junk removal and debris clearing to reclaim your outdoor space.\n• Winter Services: Dependable snow removal and salt\n\n
Yes, it can be good to remove dead branches from trees. Dead branches can lead to rot in other areas of the tree. They can also cause damage if they fall on a house, shed, fence, car, pool, or other structure or property. However, it’s important that dead branch removal is done safely. If the branch is high in a tree or requires a lift or ladder to access, consider calling a professional tree removal company, as they will have the experience and equipment to do the job safely.
Pruning can impact cold hardiness—but it’s less about the exact temperature and more about temperature variation. Generally, you don’t want to prune trees when there’s a risk of temperatures suddenly dropping from 50 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit to 0 degrees Fahrenheit or below. A tree is most sensitive until 48 hours after it’s pruned.
You need to remove all branches affected by Dutch elm disease. If your tree has several affected branches, you will probably need to remove the entire tree. First, consult a pro to be sure that you’ve correctly identified it as an elm tree.Make sure the tree is properly disposed of with a plastic covering or through debarking, chipping, or burning.
Yes, carefully prune back dead branches—don’t wait for pruning season. This helps keep your maple tree healthy and also helps prevent large branches from falling unexpectedly. Don’t seal the cut branch—trees can naturally take care of these wounds—but be sure to remove any source of fungus or pest infestation to help save the tree.
No, homeowners insurance typically does not cover the cost of removing a dead, sick, or rotting tree that is still standing. Insurance is designed to protect against sudden and unexpected accidents, whereas a tree dying or rotting over time is considered a maintenance issue. Coverage usually only applies after a tree has fallen and caused damage to your property.
The Homewood, IL homeowners’ guide to tree services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
The most significant factor in tree removal costs is the amount of debris. Read on to learn more about the average tree debris removal costs in Chicago, IL.
Discover what average tree removal costs in Chicago, IL based on different factors to know how much it will cost to take care of a dead or troublesome tree on your property.
Find out the average leaf removal cost in Chicago, IL. Learn what you can expect to pay for local yard clean-up services and get your lawn ready for winter.
You suspect that the leaning oak tree in the back needs to come down, but can you just handle it yourself? Here are the pros and cons of calling a tree service.
Are there insurance requirements for tree services? Whether you’re having your trees trimmed or finally removing that old oak from your front yard, you’ll want to make sure your tree company or contractor has these two types of insurance, at minimum.