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33 Tree Services
4.8(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Homewood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"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."
Call now at (708) 595-8718
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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Brigg's Tree Service, Inc.
3.9(
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Tree Removal

Serving Homewood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"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."
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Response time40 mins
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Ramos Tree Service
3.1(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Homewood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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"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!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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JD Landscaping
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Homewood, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"on time and as promised professional service."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Freddy’s Tree Masters
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Homewood, IL and surrounding areas

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We are a local family business. We are a trusted tree removal company dedicated to providing safe, reliable, professional tree care services for residential and commercial properties. Our experienced team specializes in tree removal, tree trimmings, pruning, stump grinding, emergency storm clean up, and lot clearing. \n\nSafety, quality workmanship, and customer satisfaction are at the core of everything we do. We use modern equipment and proven techniques to complete every job efficiently.

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Unfortunately, palm tree stumps are one of the most difficult types to remove due to how their roots grow. Unlike other trees, palm tree roots grow horizontally and vertically. Palm tree roots grow as deep as three feet into the ground, although soil and growing conditions could mean they go as far as 50 inches into the earth. 

If you want to be able to repurpose the grass in the area where you removed a stump later, you’ll have to dig quite deep—and perhaps wide—to trim away all the roots.

If you’re looking to rot a tree stump fast, potassium nitrate will work far quicker than copper nails. First, drill several holes into the stump using a power drill, then pour potassium nitrate pellets into the holes. Next, add water to help the chemical absorb into the wood, thoroughly soaking the stump to ensure the pellets dissolve and spread evenly. Afterward, cover the stump with a tarp to retain moisture and block sunlight, then place mulch on top to secure it in place.

Trees should be pruned every two to five years, depending on its age and type. Young trees should be inspected and pruned every two to three years. Mature trees should be inspected and trimmed every three to five years, and fruit trees should be pruned annually with a careful eye on seasonal growth. Evergreens typically don’t need pruning, unless branches or limbs are damaged, diseased, or harboring pests.

Dead trees are dangerous for several reasons. They are structurally compromised and prone to branch or trunk failure, which can pose a significant safety risk to people, vehicles, and nearby structures. Dead trees can also harbor pests like termites, which may spread to other trees or your home. If a tree died from a disease, it could spread the illness to healthy trees. Additionally, the dry wood is highly flammable, increasing fire risk.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

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