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Avatar for Jesse’s Tree Consulting Arborist Services
Jesse’s Tree Consulting Arborist Services
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Removal - For Business+2 more

Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jesse's removed a tree that was leaning over my neighbor's house and had stress cracks. Trimmed a difficult to get to tree behind my house and three other trees. Communication wasn't ideal but they were the low bidder and I am happy with the trade off. They were on my neighbor's property extensively and left a clean site and took care of all that I asked them to take care of."
Tree Service
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fernandez Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
156
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Umberto and his crew did a great and efficient job taking down and chipping two large trees in my yard. They fulfilled my special requests, replaced the fences they had to take down, and were very careful not to disturb my garden beds. Umberto is a certified arborist, yet charged me the same price I was quoted by other companies that were just general landscapers. He was friendly, accommodating, and easy to work with. Highly recommended."
Lincoln Park Zoo Bur Oak Tree Removal
Lincoln Park Zoo Bur Oak Tree Removal
Lincoln Park Zoo Bur Oak Tree Removal
Lincoln Park Zoo Bur Oak Tree Removal
Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cedar V Tree Service & Landscaping
4.9(
49
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Tree Trimming

Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Horjes and Joe did a fantastic job. They were skilled and careful with an eye for appropriate shapes and sizes for each tree trimmed. Not to be confused with an Alberquer New Mexico firm named with almost the same name on Angi. My husband and I were pleased with their curtesy, ability to clean up everything and to work diligently and safely. We want them to come back again in th late fall to work on trimming our very large oak tree."
Response time8 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Cardona Tree Service
4.9(
78
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This was a fantastic company! They did a great job in a timely manner. I was impressed by the care taken by the workers to be sure nothing was damaged when trees were cut and trimmed. They took away the cut branches and even used a leaf blower to finish up. The owner was friendly and concerned to be sure everything was properly taken care of. The cost was very good too. I'm very impressed and will be using their services again for my upcoming landscaping work. I highly recommend them!"
Response time7 hrs
Response rate97%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Hardwood Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
90
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"i'm a repeat customer (That should tell you a lot). Small job ot trimming a decorative tree and raising a branch on a large locust in the back yard. My neighbor was so impressed that she requested help and Jose helped her out on the spot! If you need someone that REALLY understands how to treat a tree and you, as a client, look no further."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Brother Tree Services
4.8(
38
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+1 more

Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did a great job removing two big trees in our back yard. Was delayed from another job because of rain but came out after they finished there and worked until 7pm then was back at it at 8am the next morning and worked until 8pm to get the job done. Always kept in touch through out the process. Wish I had more trees to take down so I could hire them again."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Saul Tree Service
4.8(
20
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very responsive both for initial visit and follow-up work. They trimmed several tall hornbeam trees and a redbud, and removed older dying bushes including stump grinding. They left the area clean. Price was reasonable. Overall great experience. I will definitely call them with future landscaping needs."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Jose & Son Lawn & Tree Service, Inc.
4.2(
31
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Northlake, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"The men worked hard and quickly and had all the necessary equipment did a great job except we’re not able to get out the entire stump because of some electrical lines buried in the area. Very inexpensive and we’re less than half of other quotes. The only issue might have been that they could have cleaned up the wood chips better but this is relatively minor. I give them an extremely high recommendation!"
Response time7 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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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.

Sometimes, knowing when you need tree-trimming services is straightforward, and other times, you have to do some investigating. Some tell-tale signs that you should have your tree trimmed include:

  • A poorly-formed tree with unruly branches, which makes the tree appear odd-shaped. 

  • A tree with tall or large branches that interfere with power lines or your home’s exterior.

  • A tree that provides too much shade in the yard due to branch overgrowth.

Trees naturally want to grow upward, so one may straighten all by itself, though this only comes into play when a tree is leaning just a small amount. For trees growing into an awkward position or those leaning heavily in one direction, the above steps are necessary to ensure the tree gets back on the right path. This also holds true for trees planted in a spot with unstable soil.

Licensing requirements for arborists, also known as tree surgeons, vary by state and municipality. Many areas require a license, which often involves specialized education and experience. Even if not mandated, it's wise to hire a licensed professional as they tend to have more experience. Beyond licensing, look for certifications from organizations like the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) or the Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA), as this indicates a higher level of expertise. Certified arborists must typically pass a comprehensive exam. Always confirm that the arborist has a business license and is fully insured to protect yourself from liability. Seeking positive recommendations from local homeowners is also a good step in finding a qualified professional.

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

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