Call (708) 665-4874 for a free tree removal estimate.
When a Tree Has to Come Down
Some trees can be saved with trimming. Others can’t — and waiting only makes the problem worse. Trees that are dead, diseased, structurally compromised, or growing where they shouldn’t be are removed safely.
Common reasons homeowners in the southwest Chicago suburbs call us for tree removal:
- Dead or dying trees that shed limbs or lean
- Trees damaged by severe storms or heavy snow loads
- Disease or pest damage, such as emerald ash borer damage common to Midwest ash trees
- Trees too close to the house, driveway, or foundation
- Roots lifting concrete or invading sewer lines
- Trees leaning toward power lines or neighboring property
- Clearing space for additions, garages, pools, or landscaping
If you’re unsure whether your tree can be saved, that’s exactly what the free estimate is for — ask for a straightforward assessment.
How We Remove Trees Safely
Tree removal is not a DIY job. A tree that falls the wrong way can crush a roof, take down a power line, or seriously injure someone. Professional rigging and controlled sectioning techniques are used to take trees down piece by piece when there’s no room for a straight fall — ask any company you hire about their approach.
Here’s what to expect:
- Free estimate. The property is walked, the tree’s condition and location assessed, and pricing put in writing.
- A clear plan. Ask how the tree will come down, what equipment will be used, and how your landscaping, fences, and structures will be protected.
- Safe removal. The tree is sectioned from the top down when needed, with large pieces lowered by rigging so nothing hits your property.
- Complete cleanup. Ask what’s included: reputable tree services typically list branch, log, and debris hauling in the written quote.
Large Trees Near Homes and Power Lines
Big oak and maple trees — the kind common across the Chicago suburbs — can be enormous. When one grows over a house or beside power lines, it takes experienced professionals and the right equipment to remove it safely. If utility lines are involved, ask how the tree company will coordinate with the power company.
What About the Stump?
Removal and stump grinding are separate services. Most customers have the stump ground at the same time — it’s cheaper to do both together than to call us back later. See our stump grinding page for details.
What Affects the Cost of Tree Removal?
Every tree is different, which is why we don’t quote prices over the phone. The main factors that determine cost:
- Size and height. Taller, thicker trees take more time and equipment.
- Location. A tree in an open yard is straightforward. A tree inches from your house, fence, or power lines requires careful piece-by-piece work and more labor.
- Condition. Dead, brittle trees — especially dead ash — are more dangerous to dismantle, which affects the approach and the price.
- Access. If our trucks and equipment can’t get close to the tree, the job takes longer.
- Cleanup scope. Hauling away all wood and debris versus leaving cut logs for firewood changes the price.
An on-site estimate is the only accurate way to price a removal. Ask for the property walkthrough, the plan explained, and a written number before any work starts.
What Happens to the Wood?
Most customers have everything hauled away — logs, branches, and debris. If you heat with wood or just want firewood, ask for the trunk to be cut into manageable rounds and stacked. Just mention it during the estimate so it’s priced accordingly.
Don’t Wait on a Dangerous Tree
A dead tree doesn’t get better with time. It gets more brittle, more likely to drop limbs in the next storm, and more expensive to remove. If you have a tree you’re worried about, call us now.
Call (708) 665-4874 today for your free tree removal estimate in the southwest Chicago suburbs.