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Illinois Tree Service
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Requesting a quote from and then hiring Illinois Tree Service was quick and easy. Their quote was the same as another large operation in town, but they didn't need to bring massive equipment into the yard as the other company had in the past. A large crew of men worked safely and efficiently for about six to seven hours to remove both old cottonwoods and grind their stumps. They cleaned up beautifully as they worked and left the yard free of sticks and branches. I would highly recommend them."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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GABE'S PAVERS IRRIGATION
5.0(
53
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys got here on time and took care of the work. They took down my tree piece by piece till it was gone and then hauled it all away. They even through in trimming my bushes for free. Their Bob Cat left some tracks in the yard and they came back and fixed it. Raked and reseeded it. I would highly recommend their business for my neighbors and friends. They did a great job."
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Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Fernandez Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fernandez Tree Care was amazing to work with. I had a large White Pine in my back yard that needed some help. I initially wanted to just trim the tree but on closer inspection and conversation we decided it was best to remove the tree due to the health and age of the tree. Humberto (super nice guy) is a certified Arborist and while speaking through all of our options he was very informative and understanding that I was having a hard time deciding to remove the tree (he should also be a licensed therapist for how indecisive I was) but, as mentioned above, due to health and age of the tree, trimming it was only a band-aid for future issues. Day of, the crew was very friendly, professional, and quick. An 8 hour job only took about 5 hours and they helped with a few other tree/stump issues around the property because they had the equipment there. They did not have to do this but it was no trouble for Humberto and his team. They also took great care in cleaning up in both my yard and my neighbors yard where debris fell. Neighbors have already asked for the recommendation because they were so professional. All this at a very reasonable price too. I look forward to working with Fernandez Tree Care again very soon to get a new tree set up in our yard and would absolutely recommend this team to anyone needing help with their trees, trimming, fertilizing, or removing."
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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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Razorback Stump Removal
4.9(
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Tree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business

Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Hugh quickly responded and quoted a very good price to grind three tree stumps in our backyard. He provided useful information in person and thru his website regarding what to expect during and after the stump grinding. No problem bringing the equipment into the backyard. Professional and friendly. Very good job!"
Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Tree & Turf Professionals, Inc.
4.9(
36
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great communication; Tom responded to my request almost immediately. He is extremely knowledgable. Walking around my property he advised me on several issues looking over my many fruit trees and shrubs of which he knew the species of every one. The same with all my early emerging perennials. I scheduled spring weed control, fertilization, and aeration in the fall. Love that they use organic products! I cannot wait to see the difference in my yard."
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Lawn fertilization and weed control.
Our lawns look the best!
Response time8 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Precision Tree Care
5.0(
17
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am highly satisfied impressed by the professionalism ,amazing services, and attention to detail they provided trimming my tree. They cleaned and removed all debris tree limbs raked the yard made it look wonderful. Very efficient and high quality at a reasonable price."
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Zephyr Construction and Tree Service
4.7(
52
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Oak Lawn, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"The men were accommodating and professional. After an excellent job of cutting down our hickory, they cleaned the area and left smaller logs and wood chips as I requested. Each was piled neatly in a preferred location. The price was fair, and I would definitely enlist them for future tree projects."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Generally, you’ll want to prune back the trunk by 1 to 2 feet each year to promote bushy growth. Doing so concentrates vegetative buds closer to the bottom of the tree, where you can easily harvest fruit. For side shoots that are a year old, leave at least six leaves. 

Never remove more than 30% of a tree’s foliage during pruning—even if your tree is really overgrown. Removing this much foliage at a time could kill your tree.

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.

Not every arborist climbs trees, but most will do so if that’s the best method for assessing or treating a tree. Arborists have a variety of tree climbing gear and safety equipment to choose from when climbing trees. Consult your local arborist about their tree-climbing plan if your service requires that type of task.

Getting a tree pro with the right experience can be the difference between your transplanted tree surviving or not. When hiring a local tree transplanting and removal service, follow up on references, check their portfolio, ask for a breakdown of the costs, and get proof of liability and workers’ compensation insurance. 

Also, look for companies certified by the International Society of Arboriculture or registered with the Tree Care Industry Association and make sure they have an appropriate state or city license.

If executed correctly your tree should survive after being transplanted to a new spot. However, effective transplanting requires six months, careful root pruning, safe transport to the new location, and replanting in prime soil conditions. You’ll also need an appropriately sized root ball for a complete tree transplant. A good rule of thumb is that, for every inch in diameter, your tree’s root ball needs to be around 11 inches. So a tree with a diameter of six inches needs a root ball of approximately 66 inches.

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