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Last update on January 17, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
Do they have arborists? Yes. Does the pruning crew cleanup all the debris? No. I hired Kinnucan to perform three services: Organic Deep Root Feeding; Merit Basal Drench; and Dormant Pruning. The first two services: pretty good. The pruning? Not so much. And that's because the cleanup...
Kinnucan Tree Experts & Landscape Company
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Reviewed in July 2023
We have 60+ year old trees in front and back. A locust, Norway maple, Silver Maple, pear and 2 mulberry trees. We received three very different estimates with 3 very different views of what needed to be done. We trusted Santiago more than the others and his estimate happened to be the lowest. ...
Oakleaf Treeworks, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2021
During a recent overnight storm, a medium sized tree in my back yard was blown over hitting the ground between my home and my neighbor’s home. Parts of the tree were resting on my roof and on my neighbor’s roof. Of course I wanted to get this issue resolved quickly and without incurring any...
AAA Arborist Tree Experts
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Reviewed in March 2020
Went very well. Arborist had designated work to be done on 2 crab apples, 2 lg dead limbs on white oak. Plus dead wood and removal of heavy limbs of burr oak over house. Good clean up done by crew. Burr oak in a tight area but they planned the safest and best way to do the job.
Monster Tree Service of the North Shore
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Reviewed in November 2019
Urban Arborist, was top notch. Sal, who did the estimate, was friendly and knowledgeable and was part of the crew that showed up and did the job (in very cold weather). On time, professional, reasonably priced. Would definitely recommend.
Urban Arborist
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Reviewed in September 2019
I made my inquiry through Angie's List website and I got a call back after a few days to set up an an appointment (I will note that some other vendors responded more quickly). Arborist showed up on time on the appointed day, was very professional, provided great information, and promptly sent a...
SavATree – Northbrook
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Reviewed in February 2019
Extremely well. Our arborist, Patrick Etherington, was excellent and the work crew extremely well trained. We have used Davey Tree/The Care of Trees of years and are always very pleased with their professionalism. We also use their annual services for preventive fungicide treatment and...
The Davey Tree Expert Company
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Reviewed in March 2018
AAA Arborist Tree Experts have done multiple projects for me over the years. Lisa and her staff are on time and very friendly. They always cleanup nicely, and do a great job. Every time they wok on my house; the neighbors want them to work on their house as well.
AAA Arborist Tree Experts
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Reviewed in June 2017
They are great. Navarette Landscape has done our landscaping for years, and has done a fantastic job. They are friendly, reliable, and hard working. Jose has great ideas and is glad to do special projects. I have recommended them to friends and family, with 100% satisfaction. Also Jose...
NAVARRETE LANDSCAPING
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Reviewed in April 2016
The best tree service you can imagine. Value, quality and more value again. Dennis and his crew of four men accomplished more in one day than the other tree crews I have hired before. I could not believe how efficienct and professional they were. They did in one day what other crews needed a...
Advanced Tree Care Inc
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Arborgreen Tree Service, Inc.

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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+3 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Arborgreen Tree service did an incredible work trimming my trees. They were very professional and a great value."

Removal of mature DEAD OAK TREE precise cutting

Response time2 days

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by95%of homeowners

Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Guillermo and his crew to remove a large pine tree w/ stump grinding. The price was better than other tree removal services I have used in the past and they did an excellent job. I will definitely reach out to AMG again."

+30

Response time5 hrs

Response rate99%

Recommended by98%of homeowners

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JC Arborist Professional Tree Care Service LLC

4.2(

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Tree TrimmingTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JC Arborists quoted a great price, came to do the work on a quick time line, did a great job and even did a little more at no cost. Very happy"

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by92%of homeowners

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Progressive Tree Service

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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Crew was very professional. Pruned and lowered branches properly onto the ground. Cleaned up when they were finished. Definitely will hire again."

Recommended by93%of homeowners

Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Lake Forest, 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!"

Response time1 day

6 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Bowline Tree Service, LLC

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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job on the tree service. Competitive pricing and friendly service. Will definitely hire Bowline Tree service again for future tree services."

Response time1 day

19 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by95%of homeowners

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Fer-Acosta's Landscaping, Inc.

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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Another season of unsurpassed service. All expectations exceeded and many ideas presented for improving the yard. Trees pruned, removed and replaced a; bushes planted trimmed and maintained. Flowers transplanted and arranged. Excellent lawn maintenance. Fees exceptionally fair.."

Response time10 hrs

Response rate86%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend using Tapia Landscaping. They responded quickly to my request, and by the next morning all of my yard cleanup was done. They did exactly what they said they would do, but the end result went beyond my expectations! I will definitely contact them if I have any other yard needs."

Response time1 day

Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Kaiquer's Tree Service

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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Job well done. Cleaned up driveway and street afterwards. Definitely having them back in the future."

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Visionary Landscape's Design

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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Lake Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Very friendly and great service. Definitely hiring them again for more work at my new home."

+15

Response time3 days

25 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by94%of homeowners

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

If you don’t trim your palm trees, you can expect several negative outcomes, including:

Unhealthy palm trees attract pests, diseases, and fungi
Dead falling fronds can cause severe injury or damage to your home, pedestrians, or cars
Dead palm branches are flammable and can catch fire, especially during a lightning storm

Any tree that needs to be pruned should be pruned to remove dead branches at least once a year. You may need to prune far more often if you’re trying to maintain a certain shape or to save a tree that suddenly becomes infected.

Usually, trees cannot grow back after their stump has been ground, but some very hearty types of trees can. For example, if you have a black locust or Redford pear, the grinding will need to go deep to prevent them from growing back. Ask your tree service or stump removal expert whether your tree can resprout after its stump is ground down.

Bradford pear trees bloom in early spring with small white flowers. They typically flower for at least two weeks. In bloom, these trees often emit a foul-smelling odor that’s often compared to rotting fish. Bradford pear trees will sometimes bloom in the fall due to drought or other stress-inducing conditions.

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