Tree Service Near You in Chicago, IL
Big tree work is the one outdoor job we always tell readers to hire out: falling limbs and chainsaws at height are how serious injuries happen. A qualified local tree service is worth every dollar.
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How to Choose a tree service in Chicago
- Confirm they carry liability insurance AND workers' compensation — ask to see certificates, and never let an uninsured crew work on your property.
- Ask whether a certified arborist (ISA) will assess the job, especially for pruning or a tree you want to keep alive.
- Get an itemised written estimate — removal, stump grinding and debris haul-away are often priced separately.
- Ask how they protect lawn, fences and the house, and who cleans up and hauls the wood.
- For any tree near power lines, confirm they coordinate with the utility — that work is not DIY and not for a general crew.
10 tree services in Chicago, IL
From public Google Maps business data — providers with a published phone number. Contact any of them directly; we don't take your details or route your call.
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Urgent Tree Care
916 S Miller St, Chicago, IL 60607
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
- 2
ChicagoLandTreeExperts.LLC
111 N Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60602
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
- 3
Tree Service Chicago
500 N Clark St Local A, Chicago, IL 60654
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
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The Davey Tree Expert Company
340 N Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60612
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
- 5
Huber Tree Expert
1622 Scoville Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
- 6
Jose's Tree Service
1900 N Austin Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
- 7
County Tree Service
6600 41st St, Stickney, IL 60402
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
- 8
A-1 Tree Services
1819 N Lockwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60639
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
- 9
Jose Tree Care
3257 S Keeler Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
- 10
Discount Professional Tree Removal, Inc.
7600 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL 60619
Public listing — contact them directly. We're not affiliated and take no fee.
Listing data from public Google Maps business listings, as of September 3, 2026. Google ratings shown are each provider's publicly displayed rating on that date and may have changed. Request a correction or removal.
Tree service in Chicago — FAQ
How much does tree removal cost in Chicago?
Price depends mostly on height, trunk diameter, lean and access. Small trees can be a few hundred dollars; large or hazardous removals near a structure run into the thousands. Stump grinding and haul-away are usually quoted separately. Always get 2–3 written estimates.
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in Chicago?
Many cities regulate removal of large, heritage or street-facing trees, and rules vary by municipality. A reputable local tree service will know the Illinois and city requirements and can often help with the permit — confirm this before work starts.
When is tree work a job for a professional rather than DIY?
Any tree taller than you can safely reach from the ground, anything leaning toward a structure, storm-damaged or dead trees, and anything near power lines. Chainsaw work at height and under tension is the single most dangerous outdoor job — hire an insured crew.
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