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33 Tree Services
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"33 Tree Services, performed an excellent job. I was very impressed with their expertise! They cleaned up and removed all Trees residue! I thought they did an excellent job, in a short period of time! These guys are very good!"
Call now at (708) 595-8718
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
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All Service Calls, LLC
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team was very responsive in assisting the removal of a silver maple in my back yard. Came out and quoted the opportunity within a couple days of engaging them on the Home Advisor platform. After moving forward with the bid, the continued to provide communication even through a couple reschedules due to weather. The completion of the project was smooth and they left the back yard in great shape. Iâ d recommend All Service Calls to my friends and family members."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
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Gooseland Tree and Excavating
3.5(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1998

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\nWe have been in business since 1998. We specialize in Excavation work residential and commercial as well as Lawn Maintenance & Tree Removal.

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AJ’s Junk Removal and Maintenance Services
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I am the owner of AJ’s Junk Removal, Light Landscaping, and Snow Removal. I have several years of hands-on experience providing reliable, affordable, and high-quality services to homeowners and businesses. I work throughout my local area, offering junk removal, yard cleanups, light landscaping, and snow removal year-round. My special skills include dependable service, attention to detail, safe and efficient work, and excellent customer care. You should hire me because I take pride in every job, show up on time, work hard, and always make customer satisfaction my top priority.

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Blys Home Solutions
New to Angi
Tree RemovalTree Trimming

Serving Thornton, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Local handyman with a strong background in animal and pest control! I have multiple services listed that I am capable of providing but do not hesitate to reach out or ask for other or additional services if they are not listed. I may be able to still help!

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Arborists questions, answered by experts

You can find pruning paints and sealants for trees, but you shouldn’t use them on a topped tree. Coatings like these often inhibit the tree’s healing process. An important exception is if there are dangerous fungi nearby that the tree is particularly vulnerable to, like oaks and oak wilt. Sealing cuts can help prevent fungi from taking root.

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.

If a disease has attacked and destroyed the roots, then the tree may fall over as soon as it has died or while part of it is still alive. Trees that die with their roots left in place tend to stay standing for much longer, but those roots will decay eventually, allowing gravity to do the rest.

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.

Any cutting of tree roots can hurt or kill a tree, which is why it's recommended you don’t do it unless the roots are damaging or invasive on a nearby structure like your home. You should never cut more than 15 percent of above-ground tree roots at one time. If you have any questions about cutting tree roots, contact your local arborist.

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