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Illinois Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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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
Recommended by98%of homeowners
NIC Tree Service
4.9(
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Serving River Forest, 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
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Fernandez Tree Service, Inc.
4.7(
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can't even begin to express how wonderful it was to deal with Fernandez Tree Service. First off, when Humberto told me he would be there to give an estimate....he was there, the time frame he gave me to remove the trees was spot on. Price was more than fair. The customer service that we received was one of the best experiences I have had in a while. Humberto and the crew that came out were fantastic!! If anyone needs the service that they provide please give them a call, you will not regret it. Please do not hesitate to use their service."
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ramos Tree Service
3.7(
9
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ramos Tree Service did an excellent job trimming 4 trees and 7 bushes. Professional and cleaned up after they finished. Very pleased with their service!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate91%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SavATree - Warrenville
3.4(
22
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian and crew were professional and superb job and clean up ! I wished we had found them years ago to treat the trees we eventually lost and they took down. We now have them on a yearly feed and herbacide program for our trees and shrubs . Highly recommend ."
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Chicago Lawn Pros
4.9(
19
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Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great Service! They had initially set up an appointment with me to discuss what I wanted done to my lawn and had completed and even went above and beyond my expectations with their work. Even as I saw them working in the chilly fall weather, they had initiative to leave my home perfect. Very reliable and on time. Recommended."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

No, you cannot plant a tree above a gas line. Tree roots grow and spread over time and can sometimes dent, crack, or penetrate a gas line. Those same roots may also cause accessibility problems for maintenance or repairs. You can generally plant vegetation with non-invasive root systems, low-growing vegetation, and flower beds near gas lines. 

Pruning is an effective way to prevent a diseased branch from infecting the rest of the tree. If the infection isn’t caught early enough and the pathogen has spread to the trunk or the majority of the branches though, it is too late to prune off the affected areas and you’ll likely need to remove the tree.

The exact answer to this question depends on which region of the country you’re talking about, but according to various tree counts, some of the most common types of trees in the United States include red maple, Douglas fir, quaking aspen, loblolly pine, and sweetgum.

It is possible to cut down a tree on your property yourself, but it is generally not recommended unless specific conditions are met. You should only consider this project if the tree is small (e.g., under 4-5 inches in diameter and short enough that you don't need a ladder to reach the branches), and you are experienced in handling a chainsaw. The tree must also be located far from any power lines, fences, homes, or other structures. Even for small trees, the work can be dangerous, and it's always advisable to have a spotter to ensure the tree falls correctly and no branches fall on you.

For any tree that is large, requires a ladder to access, or is near electrical lines or structures, you should always hire a professional. Attempting to remove a large tree yourself is extremely dangerous, poses a risk of serious injury, and could result in significant damage to your property.

Before any tree removal, it's also important to check your local and state regulations to ensure the tree is not historic or otherwise protected by your city.

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.

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