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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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,…

Oak Tree Care

Oak Tree Care

Oak trees have signified strength for ages. A single oak tree can live up to two centuries and remain with sturdy trunks and branches. Oaks mostly grow in temperate regions in northern and southern hemispheres. Since oaks can live for so long, they can come to unimaginable heights. The oldest Oak known in the US…

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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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…

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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 such…

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

Chicago Tree Removal & 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…

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Why We Don’t Recommend Tree Topping

Tree topping is a technique that costs more in the long run and has the potential to hurt the tree. It is usually done by utility companies or by homeowners misinformed by their tree service contractor. This practice is so inefficient and dangerous that some cities in the US have even introduced regulations against it….

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Who Is Responsible for Fallen Tree Removal in Illinois

In the state of Illinois, the question of who is responsible for fallen tree removal can often be a source of confusion. It is essential for residents to understand their rights and obligations when it comes to this matter. This article aims to provide guidance on the subject, ensuring that individuals can navigate the process…

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Identifying Dangerous Trees

Every year in all areas of the country falling tree limbs cause countless deaths or result in thousands of dollars in damages. Unfortunately, many of these accidents could have been prevented if the trees in question had been pruned or cut back beforehand. Many homeowners choose to cut these beautiful trees down when it isn’t…

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When To Trim Oak Trees In Illinois

If you own an oak tree, you will need to do regular pruning to keep the tree in good shape and health. Removing the dead branches and thinning its canopy will help improve the overall health of your tree. Failure to do so can have pretty bad consequences, including the deadly Oak wilt disease or…