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

Serving Mokena, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

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Emergency services offered

"This group was the best! 13 trees removed and not a branch left on the ground. I had a tree that was a tricky fall but no problem. Professional and price well also. I had some huge stumps removed with large roots and I was sure they wouldn't get them all. They did. Very happy and would hire them again."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Paulo And Sons Tree Services Inc
4.8(
93
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Mokena, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Paolo and Sons for all your tree trimming & removal needs. They do excellent work at a reasonable price. Very nice family that is extremely careful and did an great job cleaning up my yard, parkway, and my neighbor' s yard."
Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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LJ Tree Service, Inc.
3.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Mokena, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"LJ Landscaping. I would like a few minutes to share with you the excellent job that LJ Landscaping did for me today. They removed six bushes, ground up two tree stumps, cleaned up and thinned two large trees. They also extended the flower garden around my shed by cutting out sod, cut out sod for another area where I want to plant some lilac bushes and edged all of my gardens around my house. They were very professional and did an excellent job. When they were done we walked around my yard to make sure everything was done as I expected. The cleanup was perfect and what really impressed me more, was the â little bit extraâ they did on their own. I highly recommend this company."
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Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
All Service Calls, LLC
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Mokena, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team was very responsive in assisting the removal of a silver maple in my back yard. Came out and quoted the opportunity within a couple days of engaging them on the Home Advisor platform. After moving forward with the bid, the continued to provide communication even through a couple reschedules due to weather. The completion of the project was smooth and they left the back yard in great shape. Iâ d recommend All Service Calls to my friends and family members."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J.E.M Landscaping LLC
4.4(
5
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Mokena, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"J.E.M landscaping built a beautiful front landscape for my home, including mulch, paver stones, well sorted planting of small trees and shrubs. Lined up the grass professionally and installed soft lighting on the sidelines of the walkway. Overall Fantastic job, landscape is still standing strong!"
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Gooseland Tree and Excavating
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Mokena, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

Free estimates

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\nWe have been in business since 1998. We specialize in Excavation work residential and commercial as well as Lawn Maintenance & Tree Removal.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Rock salt or Epsom salt can damage and kill tree roots over several weeks and can even assist in removing the tree's stump. However, you need to drill holes or cut into the stump and surface tree roots to inject them properly with the salt. Repeat the process every two weeks until the roots visibly rot away.

There are several methods to hollow out a tree stump, and the best one depends on your tools, experience, and priorities. Common methods include using a chisel and hammer, a chainsaw, or burning.

  • Chisel and Hammer: This is often considered the easiest approach for those with limited tools or experience, though it is the most time-consuming.

  • Chainsaw: Using a chainsaw is the fastest method, but it comes with significant safety risks, especially for inexperienced users.

  • Burning: This can be an effective method, but it is not recommended unless you can first drill holes into the stump. Without holes, the stump will be difficult to light and may not burn completely through.

A power drill with at least a ⅜-inch diameter bit can make the job quicker and easier, regardless of the primary method. While you can use a chisel or chainsaw without a drill, it will require more time and effort. Always wear protective goggles and thick gloves, as splinters are an inevitable risk.

In most cases, your neighbor is responsible for roots from their tree that cause damage to your property. If your pavement, the foundation of your home, or a fence is damaged by roots from a neighbor’s tree, you likely will have legal recourse for financial relief. While it’s better to notify your neighbor of any problems you notice as soon as they arise to avoid costly damage, there are some instances where filing a civil suit is your only recourse. Your homeowner’s insurance company might wish to do so on your behalf if you file a claim.

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