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SavATree - Warrenville
3.4(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian, the SavAtree rep., was most efficient and professional..He and the crew did an excellent job of removing a very large maple tree, along with removing its stump. They were hardworking and very capable. We would highly recommend SavAtree to anyone in need of their services."
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Specialist Tree Service
4.5(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Alan was very professional and did a great job removing 2 pine trees in front of our home. They arrived at the scheduled time. In less than an hour, they were done and cleaned up. Impressed and very pleased with him and his crew professionalism. His price was very reasonable and was lower than other providers I canvassed. I highly recommend Alan and his crew. A job well done!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate99%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chicago Service Source, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Riverside, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional. Samantha and team has been doing snow removal and landscape services for us a few years. They are responsive and reliable."
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CSSI staff sealcoating parking lot
Urban Oasis
Install of Stamped and Stained Concrete
New Construction Concrete Service

+66

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Consumers typically do not need to worry about the cost of tree insurance, as professional tree service companies pay for their own coverage. For a tree service business, an average U.S. policy covering about $1 million in general liability costs roughly $40 a month or $500 a year. More extensive policies, providing between $500,000 to $2 million in coverage, can cost between $3,000 and $6,000 annually, depending on the company's size and scope of work. Tree service professionals should speak with an insurance company to determine the right plan for their business.

Generally, you’ll want to avoid pruning more than 25% of the tree’s canopy at one time. While pruning your tree is important, it’s possible to do it too often or to go too far. Again, this is why hiring a tree trimming pro to do the work is wise. However, if you do decide to DIY, going slow and trimming gradually is the name of the game.

For trimming trees, your best tool is a pair of pruning shears or loppers. Both options work best for branches that are under 3 inches in diameter. Trimming trees with a larger diameter may require a robust tool like a small chainsaw or a handsaw, so take into account your tree’s diameter when deciding between tools.

Whether you should remove the roots of a dead tree depends on whether they’re damaging nearby areas. For instance, if the roots continue to grow near sidewalks, driveways, or the foundation of your home, they can cause damage. If you want to plant something else in that spot, removing the roots can make it easier for the new tree or plant to grow.

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.

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