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Absolute Landscape, Inc.
39060 N Dilleys Rd
5.00(
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Absolute Landscape, Inc.
39060 N Dilleys Rd
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"Jose and his crew were very professional and knowledgeable. They completed the projects in the time quoted and under budget. I couldn't be any happier with their work! Thank you..."

Victor O on August 2023

We offer only the best in quality workmanship and professional courtesy. We specialize in all phases of commercial and residential landscaping. We are committed quality work and outstanding results & are strongly involved in local community activities. We look forward to working with you!

"Jose and his crew were very professional and knowledgeable. They completed the projects in the time quoted and under budget. I couldn't be any happier with their work! Thank you..."

Victor O on August 2023


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Excelente Tree Service
2141 West Touhy
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Excelente Tree Service
2141 West Touhy
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Our mission at Excelente Tree Service is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! Excelente Tree Servicestacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

Our mission at Excelente Tree Service is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! Excelente Tree Servicestacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!


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Cardenas Landscaping, Inc.
207 Asbury Avenue
5.00(
3
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Cardenas Landscaping, Inc.
207 Asbury Avenue
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

We’’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer over 20 years of industry experience and a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in concrete driveways, sidewalks, & patio installations, and a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Good quality for a fair price."

Justin W on December 2021

We’’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer over 20 years of industry experience and a variety of home improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in concrete driveways, sidewalks, & patio installations, and a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Good quality for a fair price."

Justin W on December 2021


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Arborgreen Tree Service, Inc.
2401 Lee Street
4.76(
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Arborgreen Tree Service, Inc.
2401 Lee Street
4.76(
89
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

Our extensive knowledge, expertise & love for trees is very apparent in its dedication to the green industry. We have over 12 years of experience and are a green industry company providing our services in the Chicago and Northshore surrounding areas. Our ongoing studies and college education has enabled us to acquire certification as an arborist and assures you the highest level of knowledge and experience in the industry. Call us today!

"Great service, very kind, quick, and courteous. They worked well and did a great job removing the dead tree from my yard!!!!"

Trinidad L on February 2025

Our extensive knowledge, expertise & love for trees is very apparent in its dedication to the green industry. We have over 12 years of experience and are a green industry company providing our services in the Chicago and Northshore surrounding areas. Our ongoing studies and college education has enabled us to acquire certification as an arborist and assures you the highest level of knowledge and experience in the industry. Call us today!

"Great service, very kind, quick, and courteous. They worked well and did a great job removing the dead tree from my yard!!!!"

Trinidad L on February 2025


Traditional Tree Care
1025 Donna Ln
4.28(
9
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Approved Pro
Traditional Tree Care
1025 Donna Ln
4.28(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate! ​ traditional tree care, llc is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Steve & crew are very experienced & they did a very good job. They cleaned up well!"

Elissa K on November 2023

We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate! ​ traditional tree care, llc is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Steve & crew are very experienced & they did a very good job. They cleaned up well!"

Elissa K on November 2023


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HMC Landscaping
116 Spruce Avenue
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
HMC Landscaping
116 Spruce Avenue
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
375 local quotes requested

At HMC Landscaping, we are dedicated to providing top-quality landscaping services in Waukegan, Illinois. With a focus on family values, affordability, and prompt responses, we strive to exceed your expectations. Full-service Lawn Care We offer: Weekly Mowing Edging Trimming and pruning Mulch Installation Bush Planting Fall/Spring Cleanup Dethatching Core Aeration Over seeding Sod Installation Pressure Washing Mulch/Top Soil delivery Gutter cleaning ranch style homes only

"Sod installed in fall, still alive in spring."

Curt H on March 2025

At HMC Landscaping, we are dedicated to providing top-quality landscaping services in Waukegan, Illinois. With a focus on family values, affordability, and prompt responses, we strive to exceed your expectations. Full-service Lawn Care We offer: Weekly Mowing Edging Trimming and pruning Mulch Installation Bush Planting Fall/Spring Cleanup Dethatching Core Aeration Over seeding Sod Installation Pressure Washing Mulch/Top Soil delivery Gutter cleaning ranch style homes only

"Sod installed in fall, still alive in spring."

Curt H on March 2025


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Maple Cut Quality Tree Service
Located In:
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Maple Cut Quality Tree Service
Located In:
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
771 local quotes requested

Maple Cut Quality Tree Service is a well known tree service company in the area of Addison IL. High-quality tree services - tree removal, tree trimming, tree pruning and much more just a phone call away! We are also here to handle any those Emergencies you might have! Contact today and let us do the job for you! Check/Cash/Zelle

"Maple Cut Quality Tree Service was fantastic. Gerry was very responsive -- he came out to our house the same day I put out a request for bids. Gerry talked through what we wanted done with our maple tree, gave us some advice, and gave us a written estimate on the spot. On our appointment day, Gerry called to let me know that Marcos and his crew would be coming out and when to expect them. Marcos and crew definitely knew what they were doing. They were professional, efficient, respectful of our property, and cleaned up afterwards. Gerry even called a few hours later to ask how everything went. I'm a project manager by trade, and Maple Cut has hit the trifecta: high quality service, efficiency, and a reasonable price. HIGHLY recommend them!"

JOHN and MICHELLE C on March 2025

Maple Cut Quality Tree Service is a well known tree service company in the area of Addison IL. High-quality tree services - tree removal, tree trimming, tree pruning and much more just a phone call away! We are also here to handle any those Emergencies you might have! Contact today and let us do the job for you! Check/Cash/Zelle

"Maple Cut Quality Tree Service was fantastic. Gerry was very responsive -- he came out to our house the same day I put out a request for bids. Gerry talked through what we wanted done with our maple tree, gave us some advice, and gave us a written estimate on the spot. On our appointment day, Gerry called to let me know that Marcos and his crew would be coming out and when to expect them. Marcos and crew definitely knew what they were doing. They were professional, efficient, respectful of our property, and cleaned up afterwards. Gerry even called a few hours later to ask how everything went. I'm a project manager by trade, and Maple Cut has hit the trifecta: high quality service, efficiency, and a reasonable price. HIGHLY recommend them!"

JOHN and MICHELLE C on March 2025


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GABE'S PAVERS IRRIGATION
941 Jeri Lane
4.98(
41
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Approved Pro
GABE'S PAVERS IRRIGATION
941 Jeri Lane
4.98(
41
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
632 local quotes requested

Free Estimates on: Landscape Services: Yard clean up, edging, mulching. Brick Pavers: Install new or repair old brick walkways and patios. Irrigation Systems: Install new, maintain old, winterizing. Tree removal: All sizes from small to large. Snow Removal: Commercial or Residential

"Customer service is excellent…. Came on time to give an estimate and arrived at the time agreed upon to do the job! Excellent work, professional and efficient!"

Virginia L. J on June 2025

Free Estimates on: Landscape Services: Yard clean up, edging, mulching. Brick Pavers: Install new or repair old brick walkways and patios. Irrigation Systems: Install new, maintain old, winterizing. Tree removal: All sizes from small to large. Snow Removal: Commercial or Residential

"Customer service is excellent…. Came on time to give an estimate and arrived at the time agreed upon to do the job! Excellent work, professional and efficient!"

Virginia L. J on June 2025


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Ramon and Ramon Landscaping Inc
14889 W Rte 173
4.23(
13
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Approved Pro
Ramon and Ramon Landscaping Inc
14889 W Rte 173
4.23(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
1188 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

We are a family owned business & operated. We have been proudly serving the Lake and Cook County North shore since 1995. We have built and kept a reputation of great service and dedication. We started as a landscaping company that would gain the skills and confidence to run a hardscape company. please calls us TODAY for a FREE Estimate .(847)417-4208 mobile phone for immediate response

"From the very beginning they did not show up as promised. They did show up the next day after I contacted them. I"

Patricia M on August 2020

We are a family owned business & operated. We have been proudly serving the Lake and Cook County North shore since 1995. We have built and kept a reputation of great service and dedication. We started as a landscaping company that would gain the skills and confidence to run a hardscape company. please calls us TODAY for a FREE Estimate .(847)417-4208 mobile phone for immediate response

"From the very beginning they did not show up as promised. They did show up the next day after I contacted them. I"

Patricia M on August 2020


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AAA Arborist Tree Experts
493 Lauren Lane
4.80(
186
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Approved Pro
AAA Arborist Tree Experts
493 Lauren Lane
4.80(
186
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
440 local quotes requested

AAA Arborist Tree Experts do both residential and commercial work. Since 2000, our tree company has continued to provide the community with quality work done by people who care about their clients. Owner Mike Blou has over 25 years industry experience.AAA Arborist Tree Experts is a family owned and operated business. . We have established ongoing relationships with our clients and have a substantial amount of repeat business. We are bonded and insured! Email: aaatreearborist@gmail.com Cell#: 847-542-2599

"We have used Mike and his AAA before. He did a great job in the past, did again today. We had 2 large, old Norway Maples and 1 large old Silver Maple all pruned and raised. Lots of dead branches, overgrowth and other branches encroaching on and over our house and also our neighbors. We also had a long arborvitae hedge trimmed. Again, lots of pruning involved. All of Mike's workers did a great job. Very knowledgeable. And Mike was there the whole time, consulting with us as each tree or hedge was about to be worked on. One neighbor saw Mike and his team's work and asked Mike to set up a tree removal on his property. As said, we've used in the past and will again."

Daniel M on June 2019

AAA Arborist Tree Experts do both residential and commercial work. Since 2000, our tree company has continued to provide the community with quality work done by people who care about their clients. Owner Mike Blou has over 25 years industry experience.AAA Arborist Tree Experts is a family owned and operated business. . We have established ongoing relationships with our clients and have a substantial amount of repeat business. We are bonded and insured! Email: aaatreearborist@gmail.com Cell#: 847-542-2599

"We have used Mike and his AAA before. He did a great job in the past, did again today. We had 2 large, old Norway Maples and 1 large old Silver Maple all pruned and raised. Lots of dead branches, overgrowth and other branches encroaching on and over our house and also our neighbors. We also had a long arborvitae hedge trimmed. Again, lots of pruning involved. All of Mike's workers did a great job. Very knowledgeable. And Mike was there the whole time, consulting with us as each tree or hedge was about to be worked on. One neighbor saw Mike and his team's work and asked Mike to set up a tree removal on his property. As said, we've used in the past and will again."

Daniel M on June 2019

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FAQs for tree stump removal projects in Waukegan, IL

Always transport chainsaws with the engine off and chain brake engaged. Use the protective bar cover provided by the rental company to prevent accidental contact with the cutting chain. Position the chainsaw securely in your vehicle to prevent movement during transit, ideally in a truck bed or trunk rather than the passenger compartment. 

For gas models, ensure the fuel cap is tight and position the saw to minimize potential leakage. Keep the chainsaw away from passengers and other items that could be damaged.

Proper safety equipment is essential when operating any chainsaw. At minimum, you should have eye protection (safety glasses or a face shield), hearing protection (earplugs or earmuffs), cut-resistant gloves, chainsaw chaps or pants, and sturdy boots with good traction. 

Many rental facilities offer basic safety kits alongside chainsaw rentals. If you'll be using chainsaws regularly, investing in quality personal safety gear is advisable. Never operate a chainsaw without appropriate protective equipment, regardless of the job size.

While rental companies will rent chainsaws to beginners, inexperience significantly increases safety risks. If you've never used a chainsaw before, request a demonstration from the rental staff and thoroughly review the operator's manual before starting. Begin with smaller, more manageable cutting tasks to build comfort with the tool's operation. 

For significant cutting jobs, consider either taking a chainsaw safety course first or hiring professionals instead. The learning curve for safe chainsaw operation is steep, and caution is paramount.

If mechanical problems develop during your rental, immediately cease operation and contact the rental company. Most reputable rental businesses will either provide a replacement chainsaw or repair the equipment if the breakdown resulted from normal use rather than misuse. Document the issue with photographs when possible and maintain records of when you reported the problem. 

Having your rental agreement readily available when you call will expedite the resolution process. The rental company should adjust your rental period to account for any downtime.

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