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Q: What happens if you don’t trim palm trees?

• <div><p>If you don&rsquo;t trim your palm trees, you can expect several negative outcomes, including:</p><ul><li><p>Unhealthy palm trees attract pests, diseases, and fungi </p></li><li><p>Dead falling fronds can cause severe injury or damage to your home, pedestrians, or cars</p></li><li><p>Dead palm branches are flammable and can catch fire, especially during a lightning storm</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: What time of year should you not trim trees?

• <div><p>Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.</p></div>

Q: Do I need a permit to take down my tree?

• <div><p>In some states and municipalities, you will need a permit to remove a tree on your property. In many cases where permits are required, a tree must reach a maximum height before a permit is required to remove it. You can either ask your local building department or a tree removal professional if you&rsquo;ll need a permit. If you do, you can expect to pay between <b>$50 and $150</b> for the permit alone. Your tree removal company should pull the permit for you and include the permit fee in your total.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take a dead tree to fall?

• <div><p>It could be anywhere from weeks to years for a dead tree to fall. A dead tree falls based on its weight, how it leans, the state of its roots, the state of decay, and what local windstorms are like, among other factors. Since it&rsquo;s hard to predict the fall&rsquo;s timing, it&rsquo;s important to cut down a dead tree quickly and avoid any unpleasant surprises.</p></div>

Q: When shouldn't you prune trees?

• <div><p>Pruning trees during the summer can be a bad idea because the new growth will take place during the hottest months of the year, which can stress your tree out. Similarly, pruning during the early fall can be a bad idea, too, because you&rsquo;d be stimulating new growth when most trees are aiming to go dormant. </p><p>Pruning recommendations will vary by the type of tree, but generally, waiting until winter to prune your trees is a good idea.</p></div>

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The service was really good. Top notch. They were professional, on time, polite and reasonably price.
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They were courteous and polite-one big tree removed in less than 3 hours, very efficient. They cleaned up their mess. I was very happy with their service
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Adam was very accommodating to do anything I ask, did an excellent job and his service goes above and beyond.
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Service is very good and I was very satisfied.
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Tri State Forestry, LLC

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Serving Pittsfield, IL and surrounding areas

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"Mason came in a very timely manner to take a look at my walnut tree in my back yard. He knew I didn't want to lose the tree but needed it cleaned up because it was in bad shape. He made it look absolutely beautiful and it's healthier than I've ever seen it. He also cleaned up everything that fell to the ground like he was never there! I'll definitely be calling him again for future tree work. I would recommend highly Tri state forestry !"

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Countryside Tree Specialist

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"Jordan was very nice and very easy to work with they did a awesome job on my tree."

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After 30 years together, my wife and I bought our pickup and I am now looking to supplement my income by putting my pickup truck to work for me. Whether moving appliances or delivering purchases, I've got the tool for the job.

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"Very polite young man starting his own business. Would highly recommend for any type of service. 5 not enough 10 is better."

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Big Oaks Tree Service LLC

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"After speaking with Robert Platt II, I learned he is no longer part of Big Oaks Tree Service LLC. He is starting a new business. He has reached out to me and explained the situation. He is willing to do what needs to be done to complete the job to my satisfaction even if it is at a loss to him. I trust Robert Platt having worked with him before, and I was very satisfied with him and his crew. I believe I will be will satisfied working with him again."

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Big Dawg Tree Service

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"Excellent price for the work I needed done. I was also impressed on the cleaning up after! Thank you Big Dawg tree service"

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Williams Tree Service

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Serving Pittsfield, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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"We have formed a great rapport with Alan and Williams Tree Service, with is why we keep using them. Their prices are great, the work is fantastic, they go above and beyond, and are very resourceful when noticing other any other work needing to be done, and have someone to recommend. fantastick and gores above and beyos resourceful on giveing other"

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Countryside Tree Service

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In business since 2015

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"Great communication. Good cleanup upon completion. Also excellent advice regarding the health and future care of our trees."

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B & B Tree Specialist

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"They cut the trees down and removed the stumps"

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

If you don’t trim your palm trees, you can expect several negative outcomes, including:

Unhealthy palm trees attract pests, diseases, and fungi
Dead falling fronds can cause severe injury or damage to your home, pedestrians, or cars
Dead palm branches are flammable and can catch fire, especially during a lightning storm

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

In some states and municipalities, you will need a permit to remove a tree on your property. In many cases where permits are required, a tree must reach a maximum height before a permit is required to remove it. You can either ask your local building department or a tree removal professional if you’ll need a permit. If you do, you can expect to pay between $50 and $150 for the permit alone. Your tree removal company should pull the permit for you and include the permit fee in your total.

It could be anywhere from weeks to years for a dead tree to fall. A dead tree falls based on its weight, how it leans, the state of its roots, the state of decay, and what local windstorms are like, among other factors. Since it’s hard to predict the fall’s timing, it’s important to cut down a dead tree quickly and avoid any unpleasant surprises.

Pruning trees during the summer can be a bad idea because the new growth will take place during the hottest months of the year, which can stress your tree out. Similarly, pruning during the early fall can be a bad idea, too, because you’d be stimulating new growth when most trees are aiming to go dormant.

Pruning recommendations will vary by the type of tree, but generally, waiting until winter to prune your trees is a good idea.

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