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Avatar for Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc.
Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc.
4.5(
401
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Stump - Remove

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a very large tree that needed to be removed in our backyard with very tight excess to it. Deven and the crew did a great job, no, they did an excellent job. From cutting down the tree to removal of all the limbs and grinding out the two stumps it was done very professionally. This company does and follows thru with everything they promise to do. We are so happy with the respectful way they treated us and our property. I would highly recommend this company. They are Great!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Weigant Home Improvement
4.3(
6
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Tree Removal - For Business

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They provided exceptional service, working efficiently within a tight timeframe to assemble my dresser and cat cabinet. Despite my lack of tools and experience, they arrived promptly and handled everything with professionalism and skill. The finished pieces look fantastic and function perfectly. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for reliable, fast, and expert assembly. You won’t be disappointed!"
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James Tree Care
4.0(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+5 more

Serving Sterling, IL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful ! I searched Angi for companies/individuals who met their criteria for excellence. After reviewing all of the prospective candidates; I decided to go with James Haney’s tree service. My overall satisfaction rating exceeds “Outstanding”. I was called by thowner to clarify my job requests, and schedule a day/time which best fit my schedule. On the day of the job, I was notified by phone of their arrival time. Then I was provided with an update within 30minutes of their (3 men) arrival. They were prompt and polite. After a brief introduction, and clarification of the tree trimming and removal requests, along with bushes that needed extensive trimming;; the team immediately got to work. During their work, I indicated other trimming/removal requests; which were pleasantly accepted. An added price above what the original estimate/cost was explained to me. I accepted these new project costs. Without writing a contract; I wrote another check to cover these new costs; just like I did for the original job. Being overwhelmed with everyone’s professionalism, being utterly amazed; it really “Blew my Mind !” This was an EXPression from the 60’s, that was not drug related. Their trailer was full, and they took the limbs, branches and debris away. Unexpectedly, while I was inside of my home; I heard a chainsaw on the side of my home. I thought that it was my neighbor. I walked out the front door. Instead of seeing my neighbor it was the crew from James’ tree service; already hard at work. After much more progress on my related tree removal jobs, they took a lunch break. Well deserved ! When the team returned; they continued to be very professional in their duties; confirming my satisfaction or dissatisfaction with their works. Even though I witnessed outstanding work during the morning; I remained absolutely Being amazed at the high quality work that was continuing. Although I wan’t asked to rate the quality of the job completion; I would rate their work reliability and quality as an 11 using a 0 - 10 scale."
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

It can take anywhere from one month to a couple of years for tree roots to grow back in sewer lines. Tree roots can cause extreme havoc on your sewer lines, potentially cracking them and causing untreated wastewater to make its way into the groundwater. Have a landscaping pro remove trees and roots before installing your system, or call a pro to do it retroactively as soon as you can.

In most cases, leaving tree roots underground is not a problem if the stump has been removed or ground below the soil. However, some larger roots may decompose, leaving dents in your soil. Additionally, some aggressive trees, including willows, oaks, elms, maples, and poplars may grow back from roots. Large aggressive trees with established root systems are more likely to grow back.

We don’t recommend DIY tree trimming for a few different reasons. First, the tools required to trim a tree can be costly, up to $1,100 or more, for the ladders and specialized saws needed. 

Safety is another concern, especially when working with more mature trees. As a guideline, you should only DIY tree trimming when branches are less than two inches in diameter. Any more, and the safety risk becomes too high, which could lead to catastrophe. For this job, it’s safest to let a tree-trimming professional assess the work needed.

Since summer is a busy time for tree companies, the cheapest time of year to remove a tree is during the winter. February and March are typically the prime time to hire a tree removal pro, and some homeowners living in colder climates can save around 20% off services. It depends on location and the company, but you can always shop around for the best deal.

Generally, if your neighbor’s tree hangs over your yard, you can legally trim overhanging branches. Keep in mind that you cannot cross your property line to cut the trees, and if you damage the tree by trimming it, your neighbor could sue you. Depending on the type of tree and value, this could mean dishing out two to three times the value of the tree.

It’s worth noting that the specifics of this type of tree maintenance and the guidelines around it may vary by location. Do your research and, most importantly, consult with your neighbor.

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