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Illinois Tree Service
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Tree TrimmingTree RemovalTree Removal - For Business+5 more

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt from Illinois Tree was able to stop out quickly and provide an on-the-spot & fair quote for removing an overgrown locust tree too close to my house. He was straight-forward and said that it would be three weeks before they could get to my job. Fortunately, with favorable weather, he was able to work me in sooner and get the tree cut within a week of setting up the job. The crew did a good job of cleaning up the yard and the deck of any excess debris. Everything went according to plan and they will be my first call for future tree service needs."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Elite Seamless Gutters, Inc.
4.5(
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Tree RemovalTree TrimmingTree Stump - Remove

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"If Angi provided 6-star rating for top tree removal service, Elite seamless gutter of Spring Valley, Il would get it from this East area resident. How about taking down two 80-plus foot, very challenging backyard trees, including stamp removal, and meticulous clean up in five hours, finishing well after sunset? the six-man crew were as good as you can get, and they came at a very acceptable cost. One neighbor watched their work and hired them for his project. Equipment was top-notched. Look no further."
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
American Timbermen, Inc.
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+1 more

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Need a tree removed for a fair price? In a timely manner? Cleaned up? Good customer service? This is the company youâ re looking for. Very pleased with the work and would highly recommend. Everyone from Heather, Pat and the crew were great doing business with."
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Nature Life Landscaping
5.0(
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Tree Trimming

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Prompt response time. I accepted the quote and the job was completed the next morning. Beyond satisfied, the garden looks amazing. Tree trimmed, and bushes too! I will use this company again."
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Response time2 days
Response rate98%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Progreso
4.9(
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Welcome to Progreso Painting! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us today!

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Gooseland Tree and Excavating
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Stump - Remove+3 more

Serving Wilmington, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

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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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

The best way is to start controlling tree height long before it grows too large, via careful pruning through the years. But that’s not always possible. If a tree has become too high or too large, use selective pruning to remove the most troublesome branches, one by one, without topping the tree. Gently shaping a tree like this can, over time, correct problems. You can also find growth inhibitors to spray on a tree to stop it from growing too rapidly, but use these sparingly if at all.

Completely topping a plum tree is a risky business. Cut too much, and you’ll kill your tree. That said, you do need to trim the top of your tree to encourage bushy growth, maintain your tree’s vase shape, and limit size. 

A plum tree's central leader (or trunk) should never extend more than 3 feet above the highest branch. When you first plant your tree, cut the central leader so it’s 2 to 3 feet tall. As it grows, cut it back 12 to 20 inches until it reaches its desired height. Never prune more than one-third of the new growth.

Generally, avoid trimming trees in the summer (with the exception of pruning fruit trees as needed). Trees use a lot of energy in the summer, most of which is relegated to new growth. If you chop it too early, you could stunt the next season's growth. Again, when in doubt, do some research based on the specific tree type.

If you’re planning on keeping the tree, unless the roots are invasive, there’s no need to remove them, as doing so can cause damage to the tree. If the tree has been cut down and the stump and roots are left, grinding and removing the stump can cause root decay for some species. For other species, the stump and roots will need to be removed to prevent pests, disease, and possible tree regrowth.

It is possible to burn out a tree stump if it is dried out and in an area of your property with a large buffer. Drill holes in the stump and dig around the base so it burns more easily. Then, build a small campfire on top using kindling and firewood. You’ll need enough to keep the fire going for many hours to completely burn out the stump, especially if it’s large. 

Monitor the fire closely to ensure it doesn’t spread, and have a hose on hand if it starts to get out of control. When the fire is out, break apart the burned stump and dig out what’s left of it.  

If this sounds like a good option, learn more about how to burn a tree stump before attempting it, as it does come with risks.

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