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Top-Rated Tree service pros in Palatine - Updated Nov 2026

NIC Tree Service
4.9(
80
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"2/14/26 Nic Trees Fidel's service definitely deserves 5 stars! He climbed up the tree to cut down and remove a huge tree branch that was blown and fallen onto our roof. He worked very skillfully and carefully to section the branch and lowered the trunk pieces onto the ground away from our house. He is very responsive to our call for service, came to price out the job the next day, and had the job done two days later. I highly recommend his service!!!!!"
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Hardwood Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
90
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business

Serving Palatine, 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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AAA Arborist Tree Experts
4.8(
196
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+3 more

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I own a large suburban lot in Deer Park, IL with lots of trees and have hired Mike and his crew from AAA Arborist Tree Experts for three major projects over the past few years. I've had nothing but excellent service from him! He's friendly, knowledgeable, keeps his word and delivers high quality. The most difficult project was removing a VERY LARGE willow that overhung my house. It had weak limbs and I knew it would cause problems for me if not removed. Mike's crew removed the willow safely at a fair price. I was impressed. The other two projects were clearing buckthorn and diseased trees (while leaving more desirable species) in various areas of my lot. In both cases Mike and his crew did a great job and I was extremely pleased with the result. When ever I need tree service, Mike is the guy I call!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Rubios Tree Removal Services
4.9(
36
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very professional-prompt response to estimate request, very reasonable price and quick to complete the job. They did great work-they were very neat and did I mention professional? I was expecting to have to do some clean up after they left (just from previous experience with other tree removal services) but they left it perfect! Would absolutely recommend them!"
Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

While the trees in your backyard are good for the environment and look beautiful, they could present a danger to your home under the wrong circumstances. This task is typically beyond the capabilities of the average homeowner due to its dangerous nature, so it’s best to leave this task to a professional. In some cities, it’s even illegal to remove a tree yourself.

The amount of time it takes for a tree trunk to rot depends on several factors, including the tree’s size, species, and environmental conditions. It can take anywhere from a few years to several decades for a tree’s trunk to rot. A tree stump, on the other hand, can take up to 10 years to disappear after it’s decayed naturally.

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.

You’ll want to have your palm trees trimmed during the spring, ideally in May, before hurricane season sets in, which generally takes place during the late summer. Palm trees grow fastest over the summer months. You’ll also want to trim your palm trees when you notice:

  • Brown fronds 

  • Dry leaves

  • Flower pods

  • Fruit

  • Fronds overgrown in power lines

  • Frond encroaching upon your neighbor’s home or yard 

  • Visible damage from a storm

Coverage varies quite a bit by policy, but most homeowners' insurance policies will cover $500 to $1,000 of the cost of removing a tree. Additionally, if your tree causes damage to your property, like your house, many policies will cover some or all of the costs to repair the damage, depending on why the tree fell.

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