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Avatar for Aaron's Tree Service
Aaron's Tree Service
4.9(
46
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great job. Victor and Gabriela were extremely friendly and understanding to our needs. Large tree close to the house in the backyard. The 3 person crew had experience to drop all the limbs safely. Price was competitive for a maple with 3 large spires At 60 plus feet tall the 7 hour completion was impressive. Logging truck showed the same day and removed all the trunk pieces during stump grinding and clean up. Sad to see the big old girl go, but she took a serious lightening strike and held her own until it was time..."
Tree Service Project
Tree Service Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+24

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Jose's Trees, Inc.
Jose's Trees, Inc.
4.7(
402
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team that did the work was awesome. Total professionals. Excellent trimming of two trees (including a large oak), removal of an old and sick evergreen. Carefully removed the limbs/trees. No damage to my property nor my neighbors (fence and buildings on their property were under the trees. Excellent customer service. Very professional."
Cottonwood
Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Power Tree Removal, Inc.
4.5(
280
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Trimming - For Business+1 more

Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Juan isn't just a person with a team who can remove large trees with efficiency; he is an arborist who really has vision of what can be done with a property. I recommend him not only for tree removal but for planting and landscape work. And the value that you get for the price is just great."
Landscaping mulch and planting
Mulch and Planting bushes
Rock work
Pavers
Pavers

+6

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
576 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Rojas Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance, Inc.
Rojas Landscaping and Lawn Maintenance, Inc.
4.2(
181
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Tree Removal

Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Rojas to replace a timber retaining wall and to clean up, edge and mulch the beds around our house. Lino and his crew were very professional, flexible and efficient and delivered beautiful work for a very fair price. I would hire them again."
Response time11 hrs
75 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Bowline Tree Service, LLC
4.8(
73
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bowline is the best tree service around. Customer service is great Kevin is kind, honest and hardworking. Him and his crew have cut two very large trees down for us and did the stump grind in the past 2 weeks. They do a wonderful job, they clean up, they show up on time and his prices are very fair. I will recommend this company to anyone looking for work time and time again. Thank you so much Kevin for working with us!"
Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Isabel's Lawn Care
4.7(
27
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business

Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Isabelâ s lawn care is top notch . They contacted me the same day I looked for a pro on Angiâ s. My backyard was full of weeds, trees, and it had also had a big tree stumpâ -big undertaking. The job was completely in a timely manner, and the yard looks amazing. I highly recommend them."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate92%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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World Class Tree Service
5.0(
11
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an amazing experience. The team was professional, on time, and extremely knowledgeable. They explained the whole process, worked safely, and left my yard spotless when they finished. The pricing was fair and the customer service was excellent from start to finish. If you’re looking for reliable, high quality tree work, I highly recommend World Class Tree Service!"
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
Andrews Tree Service
4.8(
21
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Richmond, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Andrew's trees service gave me several options. Decided on having two tall trees and one good size branch (storm damage) removed. Awesome price, work and completed quickly. Cleaned up with no stray branches around. Can't even tell where they did the work, except for the two stumps! Plan on using again in the fall. Highly recommend!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

Deciduous shade trees (the type of trees whose leaves fall off in autumn) need to be pruned in late winter—between February and March. That’s because it’s easier to find and remove sick or dead branches when no leaves are present. And wounds close and heal faster in colder temperatures so pruning them at this time also makes them less prone to infection.

A dead tree should always be cut down, because it could fall and cause injuries or damage, and it can also attract insects like carpenter ants. A tree that’s diseased beyond repair should also be cut down, but it’s not always easy for a homeowner to tell. Signs of disease include dying branches, a hollow trunk, leaning, and discolored or missing leaves, but your best bet is to hire a local arborist who can evaluate the tree and tell you if it can be saved or should be cut down.

You can use a chainsaw, but it won’t remove the entire stump or root ball and is not a recommended method. It takes quite a bit of physical work to achieve and will likely dull or ruin your chainsaw. Instead, consider using salt, herbicide, light deprivation, boiling water, stump grinding, or burning to kill a tree stump. These methods allow you to kill a stump using minimal machinery and physical exertion.

A tree growing close to a house can pose several risks, but removal isn't always the only or best solution. Potential problems include roots growing into the foundation and causing structural cracks, branches damaging the roof or promoting moss growth, and debris clogging gutters, which can lead to water damage. Trees can also provide access for pests and encourage mold. However, a small, healthy tree may not be a problem, and for larger, established trees, strategic trimming can be a cheaper and more beneficial alternative to removal. It is generally recommended to take action for trees within 10 to 20 feet of your home, especially if they are unhealthy or encroaching. Your best bet is to consult a professional arborist who can assess the specific situation and provide expert advice.

You should avoid cutting off the top of mature cherry trees. This process is called tree topping, and it’s not recommended for cherry trees—or any trees, for that matter. Tree topping removes between one-third to half of the length of the tree trunk, resulting in structurally unsound, fruitless suckers. The only exception is for saplings. Young pie, sour, and tart cherry trees that are over 30 inches tall in the fall or winter before the tree blooms can benefit from heading cuts.

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