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Aaron's Tree Service
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aaron's Tree service was very prompt and professional. Within minutes of inquiring for service, I had received a phone call and setup an appointment for a quote. They have completed the job a few days later for a minor tree trimming. Overall very pleased with the service and will use again in the future."
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+24

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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AMG Tree Service
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"At first this was just going to be tree stump removal & planting 3 trees. Then the job got bigger and it was picking up the trees from the nursery and planing 4 trees. No problem for Guillermo and AMG tree service. The job was done well and I will be recommending him to friends. Thanks AMG tree service and Angie!"
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+30

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JC Arborist Professional Tree Care Service LLC
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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!

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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AAA Arborist Tree Experts
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike pointed out a coupe of tres that would become roof issues and were source of animals getting on roof that I had missed. He was the only arborist that gave us alternatives to treating invasive stump that can’t be ground out to prevent regrowth. Previous tree service did not treat stump properly and tree grew back. He was also very responsive and easy to reach by email, phone or text. When I found an issue I needed him to come back and address I texted him on a Sunday and he called back immediately and was out with his crew in 2 days. One sprinkler head was broken during removal and mike showed us the damage and took care of the cost on the spot"
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Response time1 day
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Ace Tree Service
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jimmy is a first rate guy. He quoted a firm competitive price and when we changed the request at the last minute to remove two trees instead of one, we quickly worked that out. He's honest and fair. And his crew did an excellent job on a complicated tree removal. Carried away all debris; left the yard looking better than they found it. I just wish he plumbing and electrical work in addition to trees! Hire ACE. You'll be glad you did."
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+2

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rubios Tree Removal Services
4.9(
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Serving Wauconda, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

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"Very professional-prompt response to estimate request, very reasonable price and quick to complete the job. They did great work-they were very neat and did I mention professional? I was expecting to have to do some clean up after they left (just from previous experience with other tree removal services) but they left it perfect! Would absolutely recommend them!"
Response time10 hrs
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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

You’ll want to have your palm trees trimmed during the spring, ideally in May, before hurricane season sets in, which generally takes place during the late summer. Palm trees grow fastest over the summer months. You’ll also want to trim your palm trees when you notice:

  • Brown fronds 

  • Dry leaves

  • Flower pods

  • Fruit

  • Fronds overgrown in power lines

  • Frond encroaching upon your neighbor’s home or yard 

  • Visible damage from a storm

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.

Not all leaning trees are dangerous, but they can be a hazard as gravity may eventually cause them to fall. A key factor is whether the lean is new or has been present for a long time. Trees that have grown with a lean for years are not typically an immediate danger, but a sudden lean is a cause for concern as it often indicates weakening roots. If a tree is leaning more than 15% from vertical, you should consider having it straightened or transplanted. To be safe, it's always best to hire a professional arborist to inspect any leaning tree to assess the risk and avoid potential accidents.

Generally speaking, you’ll want to avoid flush cuts, which are cuts made as extremely close to the trunk or main branch. These cuts can weaken your tree, lower its natural defense mechanisms, and even cause decay. You’ll also want to avoid tree topping, which is the total removal of the leader and upper main branches of a tree. 

Most pros will advise against either of these methods, which is why hiring a pro is often the best choice when it comes to tree trimming.

As a general rule, the protected area should be about 1½ times as wide as the canopy of the tree’s leaves. This digging measurement can vary by tree species and the age of the tree. Of course, that can be a lot of fencing for larger trees, which is why our first step is about making difficult decisions on which trees to save.

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