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AAA Arborist Tree Experts
4.8(
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"10/10. Incredible quality and turnaround time. Michael from AAA Arborist came for an estimate the same day of contact and got the job done the next morning. We just moved to a new home and discovered an undisclosed squirrel next in our attic. Pest control identified the trees as the main thoroughfare of the squirrels. Michael recognized our emergency and took immediate action. There's a different tree company well reviewed in Angie's List that I wasted 2 weeks on prior and would avoid. I called Rivera 3-5 times. left VMs. Spoke w/ admin. They didn't provide me with the estimate as promised, until i followed up 1-2 times. Then when it finally came to schedule, they were a week out. I was never given an opportunity to speak with the estimator. If you're like me and looking up a tree trimmer on Angie's list, just call AAA Arborist 1st."
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Arborgreen Tree Service, Inc.
4.3(
113
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I contacted 3 companies and the only one that came to give an estimate was Arborgreen. I hired them and was very happy with the service. Leo was great and really knew about all the trees in my yard. I would recommend them to my friends."
Mature cottonwood tree removal
Removal of mature dead Cottonwood
giant cavity at base of trunk
Removal of mature DEAD OAK TREE precise cutting
Emergency Storm Damage

+2

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Progressive Tree Service
4.6(
79
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very impressed with this company, from their responsiveness to their excellent standard of work. Mr. Martinez quickly responded to my voicemail and we set up a time the next day to meet at my house to review the work. He arrive promptly and was able to quickly assess the work and give me a ballpark cost. Although I am not an arborist, I work with municipal tree crews and I have a decent understanding of basic tree work. Mr. Martinez is a certified arborist, which means that he’s passed the rigorous training and testing required to achieve this professional certification. I was very impressed with his quick grasp of my general needs and his ability to discuss the pros and cons and recommend the best approach to the work. He sent me a proposal for the work later the same day. The cost was very reasonable, slightly less than his ballpark estimate (and considerably less than that quoted by several large, high-profile regional tree companies), so I was happy to sign the proposal and set up a time the following week to have the work done. His crew (of 4 men) arrived promptly at the scheduled time and reviewed the scope with me. I was very happy to see that they used all recommended safety equipment (helmets, ear and eye protection, climbing saddles, tie-off ropes, etc.). They performed the work quickly but always using proper equipment and techniques (undercutting limbs to reduce tearing at the trunk, etc.), cleaning up as they went. They also kept an eye on the alley, which they were blocking with their truck and other equipment; several times they cheerfully and quickly moved their vehicles so my neighbors could exit their garages without any waiting. Once the majority of the work was complete, they reviewed it with me, and did a bit more additional pruning at my request. When the tree work was complete, they did a great job of cleaning up all the debris, including blowing the sawdust off my walkways and patio; they also cleaned up debris and sawdust from my neighbor’s yard, as much of the work involved removing branches overhanging my neighbor’s property. This is was a great experience; I would highly recommend Progressive Tree Services to anyone needing tree work!"
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+8

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Razorback Stump Removal
4.9(
277
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"He did a fantastic job! I had a 24 in diameter stump with many roots and he chopped them all and ground them into the hole that remained. It wasn't very messy at all considering and was done quickly and at a great price I couldn't even approach by renting a grinder. I highly recommend!!!"
Response time11 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Visionary Landscape's Design
4.4(
114
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We hired Visionary Landscape to trim & shape our overgrown trees and bushes. Their commitment to the client shines brightest. The owners, Marcello, his father Hector & each staff member provided the best customer service experience. They went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with their work."
Brick & Hardscape
Brick & Hardscape
Brick & Hardscape
Brick & Hardscape
Brick & Hardscape

+15

Response time3 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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RV Landscaping and Snow Removal
4.8(
18
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

For over seven years, RV Landscaping and Snow Removal has been the go-to team for landscaping services and property maintenance in the Palatine, IL area. Whether you're a homeowner looking to spruce up your yard or a business owner needing consistent maintenance, we've got you covered. From lawn care and custom landscape design to tree trimming, irrigation systems and hardscaping, we can handle it all with care and precision.\nFully licensed & insured!

Landscaping /Snow Removal
Trimming & Mulch Service
Trimming & Mulch Service
Trimming & Mulch Service
Trimming & Mulch Service

+15

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Chicago Service Source, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Wilmette, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Chicago Service Source, Inc (A Women Owned property maintenance company) has over 35 years experience serving the Chicagoland area, as well as the entire State of Illinois and NW Indiana. We are committed to excellence in building, property construction and maintenance. Leading provider in sealcoat and concrete and landscape services. We have the experience, knowledge, motivation, equipment and manpower to serve your needs. We have a staff of over\n150 individuals all trained and ready to service your property. We can service your property needs quickly and efficiently with the high level of service and reliability that you expect and deserve. All of our staff members are uniformed and trained for the specific job at hand. We are dedicated to customer service. We believe that our company can provide quality service at competitive rates.

Colored and stamped concrete with antiquing color release. Stamp is vintage wood plank pattern.
CSSI staff sealcoating parking lot
Urban Oasis
Install of Stamped and Stained Concrete
New Construction Concrete Service

+66

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Arborists questions, answered by experts

In most cases, you should not use a pruning seal on trees after trimming. Applying a sealant can interfere with the tree's natural healing process, and it does not guarantee protection from pathogens. Instead of sealing the cut, the best practice is to support the tree's natural recovery by providing it with plenty of water and a dormant-style fertilizer. However, there are exceptions. Pruning seals may be recommended for very vulnerable species, like elm trees, in areas where dangerous diseases such as Dutch elm disease are prevalent. In these specific situations, the protection offered by a sealant can outweigh its downsides. For advice tailored to your situation, especially after cutting large branches, it is best to consult a local tree trimming professional.

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.

Maple trees start the growing season by developing small groups of red flowers where the tree's fruit, the samaras, will appear in the coming weeks. Later in spring, the samaras, which many call whirlybirds or similar names, develop into single-winged seed carriers that spin when falling or drifting in the wind. 

Using vinegar to kill tree roots is just one of the clever ways to use vinegar around the house. The method works best when you apply vinegar as directly to the root system as possible. For example, if the old tree roots and stump are currently exposed, drill holes in the tops of the roots and pour undiluted white vinegar into the holes to soak into the plant. Remember that vinegar can kill the surrounding grass and plants should it pour over the edge.

Tree removal can be quite expensive, especially for larger projects, but you can use the following tips to help keep costs down:

  • Do the yard cleanup afterward yourself

  • Choose to leave the logs on your property and split them yourself

  • Opt to leave the stump in the ground and tackle stump grinding yourself

  • Pull permits for tree removal, if necessary, to avoid fines

  • Pay to have multiple trees removed at once

  • Remove tree in the late winter or early spring during off-season

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