Dutch Elm Disease Management & Prevention
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Tree Disease Control
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ISA Arborist Inspections
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Prevention, Management & Treatment
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Dutch Elm Disease
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Tree Fungus
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Oak Wilt
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Tree Pest Control
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Fungus, Blight And Bark Disease
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Oak, Elm, Ash, Pine Trees & More
— CONSTANTIN P."Simply outstanding! These guys worked two days to clear out the jungle we had both in the front and back yard. They have done a fantastic job and cleaned up nicely. "
— BRIAN B."Progressive Tree Service did a wonderful job "super pruning" our two giant silver maple trees, 3 elm trees, 2 crab apple trees and one large box elder tree... "
— ANDRYEA N." My two neighbors and I are SO HAPPY we hired Progressive. They showed up on time, were extremely careful, worked diligently and safely"
— Brian Dreher"As a landscape designer, running into tree maintenance and tree issues is a frequent occurrence. After receiving other bids and having worked with other arborists, I consistently choose to work with Juan. Progressive Tree Care provides the best value for arbor care around."
— Matt K"I don't write reviews often but wanted to take a second to commend the professionalism of Eloy and his crew. I woke up to find our large (50+ ft.) pear tree had fallen over and was leaning on our power line and the neighbor's house. I called Progressive at 7:15am, had someone out to take a look at 8:00 am, and work was started on the tree at 10:30 am. Not only were Eloy and his crew fast but also very friendly, taking the time to answer any questions I had along the way. If you are looking for a professional, responsive and fairly priced. tree service, I cannot recommend Progressive's services enough"
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Signs and Symptoms of Dutch Elm Disease
The most basic first sign of DED is wilting of leaves that proceed to change colors from healthy green to deteriorating yellow and brown. If the fungus enters the tree through roots that are connected to other infected trees, the symptoms may begin in the lower crown of the tree and on the side nearest the root connection point. When this happens the entire crown may be affected very rapidly. If infection begins in the upper crown, symptoms often first appear at the end of each individual branch, called “flagging”, and progress downward in the crown of the tree. Symptoms of Dutch Elm Disease begin in the late spring or any time during the growing season. However, if the tree was infected the previous year and not detected, symptoms may first be observed in the early spring when leaves begin to appear. Symptoms may progress throughout the whole tree in a single season, or may take two or more years to take full effect.
Dutch Elm Disease Treatment
Dutch Elm Disease (DED) is managed by interfering with the disease cycle. The most effective means of breaking the cycle is by early and thorough sanitation to limit the population of the insects that transmit the fungus from tree to tree. Other means of discontinuing the disease cycle include injecting individual trees with fungicides to prevent or halt the fungus, using insecticides to kill the insect path, breaking root grafts between trees, and pruning out early infections.
Dutch Elm Disease Prevention
The best prevention is to buy tree species that are resistant to the Dutch Elm Disease, which include hybrid Asian Elms and some American Elm species. However, that is requires a lot of planning and most people still require a solution for trees that are already planted on their property. Investing in pruning and training elm trees while they are young is also a very good practice for their future health. There is also a vaccine developed especially for Elm trees that helps protect against future infections.
General Tree Service
Arborist inspections, stump removal
Trimming & Pruning
Tree trimming & pruning services
Tree Removal
Certified tree cutting and removal
Emergency Service
Emergency tree service & removal
Fertilization & Mulching
Tree mulching & fertilization
Cabling & Bracing
Tree shaping & cabling
Planting
New tree planting
Disease & Insect Control
Prevent & control disease
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How We Approach It
Get a free quote
The first step is to call us so we can give you a free estimate on what the service is going to cost.
We set an appointment
You let us know your availability and how urgent your request is.
We do the requested service
You sit back and enjoy the peace of mind while we work to keep you and your property safe.
Mother Nature does not take breaks. For your complete safety and well being, neither do we.
We do our job and we do it well. Most of our clients are repeat clients. Give us a call and find out why.
Did you ever get out of bed at 3AM to go remove a tree split during a storm and hanging over a house? For us it is a regular day at the 'office'.
About us
Progressive Tree Service offers reliable, efficient & professional services to clients around the Greater Chicago area.
Certified Arborist
Juan Martinez
CERT ID: IL-9145A
Insured
You should always make sure that your arborists carry current insurance.
Licensed & Bonded
Reduce your liability and enjoy the peace of mind that a licensed tree contractor offers.
Certified
Our arborists hold credentials from the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA).
Experienced
10+ Years of innovative experience with a wide range of Chicago tree services.
Affordable Tree Care
We employ a wholesome and sustainable approach when it comes to tree care.
We make your vision a reality, no matter how difficult it is.
Philosophy
“We recognize that no tree service project is the same and every customer has their own individual goals and ideas when it comes to the development and care of their landscape. At Progressive Tree Service we take pride in our work and ability to effectively remove and provide care for the trees on your property, and we guarantee that we will take the time to understand your needs and work with you to make your vision a reality."
– The Martinez Brothers
Progressive Tree Service F.A.Q.s
They are all the services that relate to the care of trees, maintenance & removal.
The need for such services is triggered by a few different reasons:
- to maintain the tree and keep it healthy.
- to treat disease or insect infestation.
- to increase and maintain the value of your property.
- aesthetics - to improve the look of your landscape. This can be achieved through trimming or shaping a tree with the help of cables and braces.
- safety - to keep your property and your neighbor's property safe. Regular maintenance is important because some safety risks might to be noticeable to someone who's not an arborist.
- to make room - for a construction project, house addition or to get more sunlight on a specific part of your property.
Some other tree services we perform are dealing with exposed tree roots (which might damage pipes, paving, etc), cutting encroaching or diseased tree limbs, very large tree removal, etc
We do our best to help you save the tree. Sometimes trimming helps stop the progress of disease. To be 100% sure, we have to see the tree. To make your decision risk free, we offer a free quote to clients around our coverage are.
Different tree species have different requirements. However, the best time to trim deciduous trees is during winter, when these trees are dormant.
These are some of the times when you can prune a tree outside dormancy:
- as a safety measure
- for disease control
- for pest control
- to gain more space/sunlight
We do offer emergency service outside of normal business hours. Our crews move fast and are a phone call away.
Please make sure that you wait for us in a safe area. If a tree has fallen on any part of your property, you should take plenty of pictures and then call your homeowner's insurance. Keep everyone clear of the affected area and watch out for electrical cables and springing branches or even whole trees.
To choose a professional local company, you have to check all the requirements below:
- bonded & insured
- licensed & certified
- they hire ISA certified arborists and experience personnel
- they use professional equipment
- check their company's reviews
- they offer a free quote to help you decide
Some local tree cutters offer slightly smaller prices, but no peace of mind. If you want to hire the best tree company, read what its customers have to say about it. Also, ask them questions about their qualifications to make sure that job will be completed 100%.
Sure, here is how it looks from our vantage point:
The map below shows an approximate representation of our service area:
Can you expand your Chicago tree service area?
We might make exceptions from project to project. The highlighted service area is meant to keep commuting costs low and that is how we make our prices so affordable. However, if we have 2 or projects in the same neighborhood or close-by, we might take service requests outside of our service area. Please contact directly us for large, commercial or municipal projects.
If you can't tell if we service your area or not, please give us a call. Our most accessible area for tree service is North Shore Chicago (Evanston, Wilmette, Winnetka, Kenilworth, Glencoe, Glenview, Northfield, Northbrook, Deerfield, Lake Forest, Highland Park, Niles, Lincolnwood, Skokie, Morton Grove, Northside Chicago, Forest Glen, Lincoln Park, North Center, Loop, Edison Park, Near North, Lakeview, Norwood Park, etc).
We offer tree services to the Chicago Botanic Garden and local arboretums. Our unique approach to planning & performing a tree care or tree removal project allows our company to work with any type of property, no matter how big or small the job is:
- college campuses
- golf courses
- commercial properties
- park districts and forest preserves
- schools, playgrounds, day care centers and recreation centers
- shopping centers and malls
- parks, touristic objectives and attractions
- residential
A regular tree service project starts with a free quote. We use your commercial property's siteplan to put together a professional proposal and plan tree placement or service and maintenance around hard-to-reach areas. We focus on plant health, low maintenance costs, sunlight and shade distribution and increasing your property's attractiveness, commercial and real estate value.
It is very hard to answer a tree trimming or removal cost question and provide you with a flat rate because no two trees or properties are alike. Tree service costs vary based on the following criteria:
- size and height of the tree
- clearance around the tree
- urgency of the request
- exact service performed
All of these details influence the cost of the tree service request, mainly because some jobs take longer than others or are a lot more hazardous than a simple tree inspection, for example.
What we can promise is that our tree service prices are some of the most affordable AND competitive in the area. We also regularly provide more value within the same price when compared to other local and national tree companies:
- we employ certified arborists & experienced climbers who can finish a project faster and safer
- we pay attention to both big and small details - such as keeping your landscape safe and undamaged (lawns, driveways, etc) and cleaning up afterwards
- we continuously improve our procedures and use the latest, most performant tree removal equipment
To get a free estimate, contact us now and we will provide you with a no-obligation, competitive quote.
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