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Hancock's Tree Trimming
New to Angi
Tree Stump - Remove - For BusinessTree Trimming

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our amazing tree trimming work and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

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Tohill's Tree Service
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job, fast, dropped trees exactly where supposed to. Would use again. Safe and professional. Thanks so much."
Response time2 days
Response rate88%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Countryside
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Trees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and MaintainTrees & Shrubs - Treat, Protect and Maintain - For Business

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It went great, every thing looks good and I have no issues"
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Ordner's Tree Service - Home Facebook
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Palestine, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did great job and died everything in a timely manner."
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

Yes, healthy and well-placed large trees can boost property value by an average of 3% to 15%. They improve curb appeal, offer energy savings through shade and wind protection, and are often considered by appraisers during home valuation. On the flip side, removing dead or hazardous trees can also increase value by eliminating safety risks. For the biggest return, choose low-maintenance, native species that thrive in your climate.

The felling notch you make before you make the final cut will determine which way the tree will fall. The cut will be in a wedge or triangle, and the tree will fall from the highest point of the triangle. You can use this, as well as the process described above, to estimate where a tree will fall. 

While there is a lot of debate about whether boiling water is strong enough to kill tree roots, it is not best to remove the roots from large, old trees. You may be able to weaken young roots enough to remove them manually, but boiling water will likely not do the trick for large root systems.

A pro can guide you on the alternatives to tree topping depending on the specific issues within your trees. For example, if you’re dealing with breakage and cracks in your tree, they may suggest canopy reduction, which removes less than 25% of the tree’s limbs. If you’re dealing with lesser damage, some intentional pruning may be all you need. If you’re looking to get a clearer view through your tree, the pro may also try windowing or skirting your tree.

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