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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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 yourโ€ฆ

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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 tipsโ€ฆ

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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 isnโ€™t flourishing as it should. You might be facing Phytophthora Root Rot (PRR), an ancient scourge thatโ€™s as much a threat now as it was in times longโ€ฆ

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Magnolia Scale Treatment

What Is Magnolia Scale? Magnolia scale is a ยฝ inch long insect that attacks tulip trees, magnolia trees and hybrids. Some of the tree species attacked by the magnolia scale are: Lily magnolia Star magnolia Cucumber tree magnolia Saucer magnolia Magnolia Scale Treatment Quote Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. What Does Magnolia Scaleโ€ฆ

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Uprooted Tree Removal

If you reside in a region where strong winds are frequent, you most probably have had to deal with an uprooted tree on your property. An uprooted tree can be dangerous, and whenever you have one on your property, your first thought should be focused on how to get it removed. After extreme weather suchโ€ฆ

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Pine Wilt Disease: Prevention and Mitigation

Pine Wilt Disease (PWD), caused by the pinewood nematode, Bursaphelenchus xylophilus, is a severe threat to non-native pine trees. This disease can rapidly kill trees within a growing season. Progressive Tree Service is committed to equipping homeowners and property managers with the knowledge and tools to combat this disease. Pine wilt, primarily impacting non-native pines,โ€ฆ

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ISA Certified Arborist Service In Chicago IL

The Arborist Advantage: Specialized Expertise for Thriving Trees ISA certified arborists possess a wealth of knowledge and training that sets them apart in the field of tree care. Their specialized expertise encompasses tree biology, soil management, pest and disease control, and much more. With this comprehensive understanding, theyโ€™re equipped to address the diverse needs ofโ€ฆ

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When To Cut Down A Tree On Your Property

Trees keep memories, and once in a while, youโ€™ll see some of your favorite trees being cut down. Perhaps the trees had little tree houses, or it was your favorite relaxation spot, the fond memories can make you feel bad when itโ€™s being cut. Hazardous Trees On Your Property However, once a tree dies, itโ€ฆ

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Tree Struck By Lightning

Lightning strikes a huge number of urban trees each year. Recent storms in the Chicago area have shown that there are no shortcuts to tree maintenance or prevention techniques. Tree Inspection Or Removal Quote Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. Can a tree survive a lightning strike? Yes. It depends on where the treeโ€ฆ

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Oak Tree Service & Removal

Oak trees are beloved by property owners โ€“ the presence of one or two such trees greatly adds to the aesthetic appeal and even the value of a property. Oak trees are not just beautiful but also hardy, and with proper care, they can exist on a property for ages. Despite their hard nature, oakโ€ฆ