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Top-Rated Arborists in South Elgin - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for GABE'S PAVERS IRRIGATION
GABE'S PAVERS IRRIGATION
5.0(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys got here on time and took care of the work. They took down my tree piece by piece till it was gone and then hauled it all away. They even through in trimming my bushes for free. Their Bob Cat left some tracks in the yard and they came back and fixed it. Raked and reseeded it. I would highly recommend their business for my neighbors and friends. They did a great job."
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+91

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
Paulo And Sons Tree Services Inc
4.8(
93
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Trimming

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Paulo and Sons were fantastic! Due to all the storms, they were unable to come out the week we initially set up, so Paulo texted me and apologized. When I explained that I had one large branch that was just hanging that I was concerned about, he came out the next morning and trimmed out all the dead branches in the tree and said he'd return the following week to take care of the remaining trees. He wouldn't even accept a partial payment, preferring to wait until the job was completed. They cleaned up everything! My yard looks cleaner than before they started. He and his sons were polite and respectful of my property as well as my neighbors. I highly recommend Paulo & Sons and would gladly hire them again!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Cedar V Tree Service & Landscaping
Cedar V Tree Service & Landscaping
4.9(
50
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Tree Trimming

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jorge did a fantastic job on my trees. It was a big job. His communication and follow thru were both excellent. Hard worker and went the extra mile on trimming the trees. He arrive early and was there all day until the job was done and cleaned up. Once he left everything was back in its place and yard was spotless. I highly recommend Cedar V. Best value you find."
Response time8 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
Avatar for Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc.
Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc.
4.5(
402
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have an 80ft Oak tree is was starting to lean over our garage. John and Ken French, and their crew, our so good in what they do. I was blown away. Then, on top of that they clean for everything we have them do was first class! We had a bad experience with the tree crew before so we research on Angi. John called within 10minutes of us filling out the form in Angi. They do way more than tree work and their work ethic is really and truly beyond compare. I would highly recommend them for any work around the home. I will give 10 stars but 5 is the max and their earn every one of them. We live in East Peoria Illinois."
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+5

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Trejos Landscaping & Tree Service
Trejos Landscaping & Tree Service
5.0(
36
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team was very punctual and thorough throughout the tree removal and tree trimming process. While they were working on the project I added some additional requests which they gladly took care of at a minimal cost. The team worked hard, took no breaks, and were very professional. I would strongly recommend them, and plan to continue working with them for other tree and landscaping projects."
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+1

Response time2 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Power Tree Removal, Inc.
Power Tree Removal, Inc.
4.5(
282
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Removal - For Business+1 more

Serving South Elgin, 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%
698 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Mike's Plowing & Landscaping
Mike's Plowing & Landscaping
4.7(
344
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Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Removed a very large tree above my mothers home in Elgin. His crew was very professional and cleaned up as promised. I would recommend to others as I received what was promised in my quoted price. Thank you Again !"
 Snowplow Crew
Bucket Truck
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 No Job to big

+12

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Bella Tree Services
4.6(
441
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Tree TrimmingTree Removal

Serving South Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bella did a great job trimming the dead wood out of our Ash tree. Their Arborist took the time to consult with us on future treatment for the tree and steps we can take to continue trying to save it after being ravaged by the ash bore. Very pleased with the work and their professionalism. Will be calling them again and will definitely recommend to others."
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
267 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborists FAQs, answered by experts

A few signs a tree may be dead is if the leaves are dead and there are no signs of new blooms. You can also perform a scratch test on some of the branches to check the condition of the cambium layer beneath the bark.

If it is green, it is still alive, but if several are dry, brittle, and brown, the tree may be dying or dead. Always consult an arborist before assuming your tree is dead because you may be able to save it.

Burning a tree stump can be effective, but it comes with safety considerations and isn’t always best for every situation. It's essential to check local regulations and assess the safety risks involved. Stumps that are near wooden structures or other non-moveable flammable objects aren’t good candidates for burning due to the risk of the fire spreading. Alternatives like grinding or a DIY stump rotting project might be safer and quicker for getting the job done.

If it’s your property, then you can plant a tree near power lines, but it’s not the best idea. Any vegetation that grows within 10 feet or so of power lines will fall under the responsibility of the utility company, and they may trim or remove it as necessary. If you do move forward with your plan, try to choose a smaller ornamental tree, plant it as far away from the power lines as you can, and keep it trimmed to avoid future problems.

Full decorating services often provide rental trees for their Christmas packages, so you shouldn’t have any trouble finding one. However, individual interior decorators and others may not offer rented trees, so always check the specifics of their services before booking. Keep in mind that you’ll need to prepare the Christmas tree for pick-up shortly after the holidays.

No. Most of the time, suckers are only a sign that the tree is experiencing stress. However, they can also be the canary in the coal mine, letting you know that something else is stressing your tree. If you have lots of suckers on your tree, calling in an arborist or a tree care expert is always a good call to determine the cause and develop a solution that de-stresses your tree.

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