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Clean Haven Solutions
2905 W Seibold St
No reviews
Clean Haven Solutions
2905 W Seibold St
No reviews

Handyman Electrical Plumbing Lawn & Yard Work Furniture Assembly TV Wall Mounting Residential Cleaning Business Cleaning Window Cleaning Move in/out Cleaning Heating & Air Conditioning Owner Operated with 20+ Years Experience. Providing Residential/Commercial Maintenance Services.

Handyman Electrical Plumbing Lawn & Yard Work Furniture Assembly TV Wall Mounting Residential Cleaning Business Cleaning Window Cleaning Move in/out Cleaning Heating & Air Conditioning Owner Operated with 20+ Years Experience. Providing Residential/Commercial Maintenance Services.


Squirrel's LawnCare LLC
Serving
No reviews
Squirrel's LawnCare LLC
Serving
No reviews
3 years of experience

We're Squirrel's LawnCare LLC, and we've been a premier lawn care and snow removal company in Springfield, IL, since 2022. We're owner-operated and fully insured. We offer residential mowing, commercial mowing, power washing, mosquito spraying, snow removal, and much more. We're looking forward to serving Springfield and surrounding area consumers to continue to offer a premier lawn care experience. We are available Saturday and Sunday by appointment only. Call us to get a quote today!

We're Squirrel's LawnCare LLC, and we've been a premier lawn care and snow removal company in Springfield, IL, since 2022. We're owner-operated and fully insured. We offer residential mowing, commercial mowing, power washing, mosquito spraying, snow removal, and much more. We're looking forward to serving Springfield and surrounding area consumers to continue to offer a premier lawn care experience. We are available Saturday and Sunday by appointment only. Call us to get a quote today!


Freedom Tree Service
200 East Monroe St.
No reviews
Freedom Tree Service
200 East Monroe St.
No reviews

Bryant Lawn Service
801 N Bunchberry Ct
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Bryant Lawn Service
801 N Bunchberry Ct
No reviews
33 years of experience

Willing To Travel For Bigger Jobs. Bryant Lawn care creates beautiful lawns by cultivating a great soil environment for your lawn.

Willing To Travel For Bigger Jobs. Bryant Lawn care creates beautiful lawns by cultivating a great soil environment for your lawn.


Aesthetically Yours
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Aesthetically Yours
5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

I am the sole proprietor and president of a small business run from my home office and is only offered online. www.msaestheticallyyours.com 516 4866781

"Great crew, happy and on site owner. I would definitely hire again."

Jim D on August 2019

I am the sole proprietor and president of a small business run from my home office and is only offered online. www.msaestheticallyyours.com 516 4866781

"Great crew, happy and on site owner. I would definitely hire again."

Jim D on August 2019


Hilltop Gardens Nursery
4739 S Williamsville Road
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Hilltop Gardens Nursery
4739 S Williamsville Road
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hilltop Gardens Nursery & Landscape Co. provides a retail garden center, full service commercial & residential landscape services from design to installation. We also have a tree farm where you can tag your own locally grown trees each fall!

Hilltop Gardens Nursery & Landscape Co. provides a retail garden center, full service commercial & residential landscape services from design to installation. We also have a tree farm where you can tag your own locally grown trees each fall!


AJ's Technology Specialist
No reviews
AJ's Technology Specialist
No reviews
13 years of experience

My Business is dedicated to helping every Customer find a solution to any problem!

My Business is dedicated to helping every Customer find a solution to any problem!


Buddy's Mobile Home Service
3351 Terminal Ave
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Buddy's Mobile Home Service
3351 Terminal Ave
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Buddy's Mobile Home Service has been in the Springfield, IL for over 40 years helping people keep their mobile homes in order. We accept major credit cards, & in most cases we expect payment when the work has been completed. Give us a call we can work with you to come up with an affordable solution to most repairs.

Buddy's Mobile Home Service has been in the Springfield, IL for over 40 years helping people keep their mobile homes in order. We accept major credit cards, & in most cases we expect payment when the work has been completed. Give us a call we can work with you to come up with an affordable solution to most repairs.


Adam's Stump Grinding, Tree Stump Removal
1504 Dial Ct
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Adam's Stump Grinding, Tree Stump Removal
1504 Dial Ct
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Welcome to Adam's Stump Grinding in Springfield, IL. We will help you eliminate the problems tree stumps can create. Our first goal is safety, the second is to remove your stump at a fair price. Tree stump attract pests, create obstacles, and can even create hazards that can become a liability; especially for Commercial and business property owners. How our stump grinding services work: Tree Stumps are ground to about 4 inches below grade and usually in less than 2 hours. Our equipment can fit thru a 36 inch gate, weighs about 1000 pounds, is self propelled with 6 tires, to limit the impact on your grass. Tree stump chips will be raked over the stump void to prevent possible injuries. Pricing: Our tree stump grinding service is based on a minimum charge of $65.00 for up to the first 20 diameter inches and $2.00 per additional inch. Other Services: Tree Limb trimming and root cutting is available, however we do not provide haul away services for branches or chips. Adam's Stump Grinding service is available in the evenings, holidays and weekends.

"Very friendly, professional and hard working. Work done quickly at a very reasonable price. Everything was cleared and cleaned. Would definitely recommend to anyone."

Patricia P on July 2018

Welcome to Adam's Stump Grinding in Springfield, IL. We will help you eliminate the problems tree stumps can create. Our first goal is safety, the second is to remove your stump at a fair price. Tree stump attract pests, create obstacles, and can even create hazards that can become a liability; especially for Commercial and business property owners. How our stump grinding services work: Tree Stumps are ground to about 4 inches below grade and usually in less than 2 hours. Our equipment can fit thru a 36 inch gate, weighs about 1000 pounds, is self propelled with 6 tires, to limit the impact on your grass. Tree stump chips will be raked over the stump void to prevent possible injuries. Pricing: Our tree stump grinding service is based on a minimum charge of $65.00 for up to the first 20 diameter inches and $2.00 per additional inch. Other Services: Tree Limb trimming and root cutting is available, however we do not provide haul away services for branches or chips. Adam's Stump Grinding service is available in the evenings, holidays and weekends.

"Very friendly, professional and hard working. Work done quickly at a very reasonable price. Everything was cleared and cleaned. Would definitely recommend to anyone."

Patricia P on July 2018


Calltheguy
No reviews
Calltheguy
No reviews
10 years of experience

I have been involved in trades since the early 1990's. I returned to college, at the age of 32, to earn a degree in trade sciences and received a B.S. in 2005. I am a Jack of all trades so to speak. if I look at a project and don't feel comfortable that I can do a professional job, I will gladly recommend someone that is qualified for free.

I have been involved in trades since the early 1990's. I returned to college, at the age of 32, to earn a degree in trade sciences and received a B.S. in 2005. I am a Jack of all trades so to speak. if I look at a project and don't feel comfortable that I can do a professional job, I will gladly recommend someone that is qualified for free.

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FAQs for tree service projects in Athens, IL

You might remove a tree for free if it’s small, easy to reach, and your city doesn’t require a permit. Call the planning or public works office first to be sure. If they give you the green light, follow all safety rules, wear protective gear, and ask a friend to spot you. When in doubt—or if the tree is tall—hire a pro instead.

In many cities, you’ll need a permit—sometimes even an arborist’s report—before cutting down a tree. Start by calling your local building or planning department. They’ll tell you whether the tree is protected, how big it can be before a permit kicks in, and whether the work has to be done by a licensed pro. Get written approval before scheduling the job to stay on the right side of local rules.

It’s best to leave healthy trees alone—they add shade, boost curb appeal, and support wildlife. Take one down only if it’s dead, diseased beyond saving, or posing a real safety risk. Check local rules first; many areas protect heritage or street trees. 

When removal seems necessary, bring in a licensed arborist for an on-site assessment and written recommendation before you book the crew.

If you’re torn between trimming, pruning, or full removal, start with an honest health check. Trim to shape the canopy or encourage new growth. Prune when you spot broken or diseased branches that could spread trouble. 

Plan on removal only if the trunk is hollow, several major limbs are dead, storm damage is extensive, or the tree leans dangerously toward a structure.

A tree that’s 15 to 20 feet from your home isn’t automatically a problem. Healthy, small species often coexist just fine with houses. Trouble starts when the trunk shows decay, roots crack the foundation, or overhanging branches threaten the roof. Bring in a licensed arborist for a close look and written recommendation before you decide to remove or simply prune.

Timing hinges on size and complexity. A small tree might be gone in a few hours, a mid-sized one in half a day, and a giant could keep the crew busy for one to two full workdays. Add extra time if you’re grinding the stump, hauling wood, or navigating tight spaces near power lines or fences.

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