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Avatar for Oak Creek Outdoor Services
Oak Creek Outdoor Services
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"James stated project was fantastic and he has additional trees for removal and will be calling Oak Creek Services back"
Custom Cedar Fence
Custom Cedar Fence
Custom Cedar Fence
Custom Cedar Fence
Custom Cedar Fence

+10

Response time10 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCormick Outdoor Services, LLC
4.3(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had 6 trees removed and some other damaged trees cleaned up from a huge storm by McCormick Outdoor Services. One tree was very large and hanging over the garage. They did excellent work, the price was good, and were very communicative though the process. I will definitely use them again if needed."
Response time2 days
Response rate95%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Amity Landscaping Group, LLC
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had a small backyard project that needed done and they did a fine job in a timely matter."
Firepit Install
Planter Boxes
Pond Install
Response time4 days
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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L&R Excavation
5.0(
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Tree TrimmingTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business+1 more

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Offers commercial services

"I needed my garage torn down a removal if it. They were very efficient and cleaned the site perfectly. I'm very pleased. Very friendly staff and very knowledgeable. I would highly recommend them."
Site prep
Site prep
Drainage Ditch repair
Drainage Ditch repair
Drainage Ditch repair

+7

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Redwood Forestry & Property Maintenance
3.3(
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Showed up, we compromised on what to get done and they did it and were fantastic the whole way through."
Removal
Response time2 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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LCODDJOBS
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

I started with a crew when I was young had a passion and love for it so later me and my buddy built a little business that we all work together in now and we just try to keep growing and building

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Adam Lerma
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Monticello, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

I recently moved from the state of Florida to Indiana in 2024, I've been doing masonry work for a little over 6 years now and the previous work I did before that I was a carpenter for 8 years a roofer for 6 years you can say I am a jack of all trades I love the work that I do and I'm hoping I will have the opportunity to work with some you lovely people of Indiana. I live in the Lafayette area and will to serve its surrounding cities.

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

For safety reasons, leaning trees are best removed by a professional, as they may often tear away from the hinge, causing you to lose control over where the tree falls. If you choose to cut down a tree leaning slightly, avoid cutting off root protrusions before you start. Make your hinge a little longer than usual by cutting it deeper (up to 30% of the diameter) and applying a wedge into the felling cut on the side the tree is leaning. Stand away from the direction the tree leans while making your felling cut.

You should prune ornamental trees once every other year after the fruit has matured and begun to drop. You should also prune out dead branches whenever you see them. Pruning too often can stimulate more growth, especially in faster growing varieties like Bradford pears.

Late winter is ideal, but if you’re pruning apple trees in the spring, prune them as early as possible in the season. You want to ensure your tree is just creeping out of dormancy and hasn’t started pushing out new growth. If you prune your tree too late into spring, you generally won’t see results until the following year.

That said, there’s no pruning season for unhealthy growth. Remove dead, dying, or diseased branches as soon as you notice them, regardless of the time of year.

On average, tree removal costs around $750, with a typical range between $200 and $2,000. The final price depends on several factors, including the tree's height, trunk diameter, species, and overall health. Accessibility is also a key factor; costs will be higher if the tree is in a hard-to-reach area or located near structures like power lines or your home. Additional costs may apply for services such as stump removal (which can add $100 to $150), log-splitting, debris cleanup, and obtaining necessary permits. It is also customary to tip the professional, usually between $20 and $100.

The best way to protect tree roots is to avoid the roots entirely by excavating outside the root radius of the tree. For nearby projects, it’s a good idea to construct a temporary retaining wall. But that’s not always possible, depending on the project and the root system. In these cases, consider using alternative equipment like an auger to tunnel under the ground.

Remember, tree roots can damage nearby cement foundations as they grow. If a tree is close enough to interfere with large excavations, it may be better to remove the tree than risk future problems.

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