Tree care and tree service tips written by a certified arborist:

  • what is the best season to prune a tree
  • best and worst trimming techniques
  • pest and disease prevention
  • planting and caring for trees
  • stump removal

 

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Nine Essential Tips for Emergency Storm-Damaged Tree Cleanup

  In the aftermath of a severe storm, the cleanup and removal of storm-damaged trees can be a challenging and overwhelming task. To assist property owners in this process, Progressive Tree Service, a trusted provider of storm damage cleanup services, has compiled eight essential tips for emergency tree cleanup. This comprehensive guide aims to equip…

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Landscape Mulching Services

Mulch is defined as a layer of substance (organic or inorganic) placed on the surface of the soil around landscape plants. A two to four inch layer of organic mulch such as pine needles, wood chips, or bark that will decompose can actually improve the soil over time. Below are some of the benefits of…

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Fall Tree Care

Do you treasure the value that trees add to your home? If yes, then you understand that it is essential to give them proper care throughout all seasons, lest they depreciate. A mature tree can add a significant amount of money to your property’s value. Having a good fall tree care plan is one of…

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Phytophthora Root Rot in Trees

As you tend to your garden, a place where each plant and tree feels like part of your family, you may notice that one of your trees isn’t flourishing as it should. You might be facing Phytophthora Root Rot (PRR), an ancient scourge that’s as much a threat now as it was in times long…

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How Tree Roots Affect Sidewalks, Pipes, and Foundations in the Chicago Area

Tree roots impact urban infrastructure through complex biological processes that cause physical displacement, moisture extraction, and structural compromise in Chicago’s unique soil conditions. This guide examines how tree roots interact with sidewalks, pipes, and foundations, addressing both problems and solutions specific to our region’s climate and soil composition. Understanding Tree Root Systems Tree roots serve…

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Chicago Tree Service Near Me | Tree Trimming & Removal Guide | Progressive Tree Service

Chicago Tree Trimming Near Me | Tree Care Services | Chicago Tree Cutting Services Progressive Tree Service Chicago Tree Removal • Tree Trimming • Emergency Services • Stump Grinding ⭐ Top Rated • 24/7 Emergency Response • ISA Certified Arborists • Licensed & Insured • Free Estimates ⭐ Serving Northshore & Greater Chicago Area Choosing…

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Tree Inspections

Inspections are central to living a comfortable and safe life. Think about it for a minute: buying a home, a car, an insurance policy and so on. Each of these requires prior inspection.  Inspections are designed to identify problem areas before they snowball into larger issues.  If you are a homeowner, the trees on your…

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Emerald Ash Borer Treatment

About The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) This pest is something you hope you never have to deal with, that’s how destructive it can be. The Emerald Ash Borer has already destroyed millions of trees, with countless more to come in the next 20 years! For those people who have no idea what it is, here’s…

Pruning Evergreen Trees

Best Time To Prune Evergreen Trees

Across the Midwest, most homeowners and gardeners tend to call conifers evergreens generally. While the needled pines, spruce, and scarlet leaf types fit that description, broad-leaved evergreens are not conifers. If you’ve had the opportunity to grow or tend to evergreen trees, you already know they don’t need much of the heavy pruning we’re used…

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Summer Tree Care

Summer is the best time to take care of your trees because it has favorable conditions for the plant to grow, unlike winter. Observing a maintenance routine not only ensures that your trees are healthy, but it also improves the aesthetic appeal of your backyard. The following are some of the best tree care tips…