Being in the tree service and logging sector is the most dangerous industry among the 25 most dangerous jobs to work for according to USA Today. As it mentions, this is because the work is very physically demanding and you are constantly being approached by fast moving objects that are being kicked back. Also, working with heavy machinery that can cause tremendous physical damage is extremely dangerous. This is why we place such a large emphasis on safety, we would rather bring in additional equipment than to risk safety just for the sake of getting something done. When our customers tell us that another company quoted them a much lower price, our first question is always: how will they get it done and which equipment will they be forgoing. Our stance is that if you don’t have the right tool for the job then you shouldn’t be doing it - not for tree service anyway. You also want to make sure that the company is fully licensed, bonded and insured so that any potential liability doesn’t fall on you should an accident arise. Having insurance is also a reflection of the status of a company. Any tree care company in Elgin that doesn’t have insurance is just not reputable and should be disregarded. Punctuality is also extremely important in picking the right company, if you need emergency tree service then you need to know that the company will show up when they say they will, not when it’s convenient for them. They may be finishing up from another job an hour away and won’t be able to realistically service you for another several hours. “Emergency” in our opinion means “NOW” and if we simply cannot service you “NOW” then we’ll be honest and upfront with you about it. What Are The Benefits of Tree Trimming? Just like anything else in life, proper tree care, trimming and pruning is important to the health of a large, strong tree. Although trees don’t need weekly care, they do have cycles that require care and maintenance and it’s even more important that this get done when trees are so close to your home. There are several ways your tree can benefit from a simple pruning or crown reducing trim: Not only does it improve the aesthetic look and the structure of the tree, but trimming prevents branches from fighting for the crown space and it reduces crossing of the limbs to prevent crotching Tree maintenance will remove branches that are dead or dying. These are the most dangerous branches and we’ve seen them destroy garages, cars and injure people during their downfall. Not only that, but removing dead branches prevents decay. Trees that grow uncontrollably are more likely to grow into power lines and have dead branches pull the lines down as they fall. Live power lines can be life threatening and trees with overhanging branches should always be carefully watched after. Pruning your fruit trees will yield larger quantities of fruit, they should be pruned in late winter to expose the center of the tree to sunlight and allow room for fruit growth. Emergency Tree Removal We understand that there is never a good time to have an emergency and that emergencies are stressful. Sometimes you just want someone to tell you what to do, so we’re here to help. Call us for any emergency needs and we’ll tell you if we are available right away or not. We have all the necessary machinery and equipment necessary to get the job done. Stump Grinding and Removal We also offer tree stump grinding and removal service throughout Elgin and the surrounding suburbs. We use effective equipment and industry leading grinders that get the job done quickly and efficiently. You can choose to keep the mulch for your gardening needs or we can haul it away for you. When the work is done, we’ll clean everything up for you and leave it in great condition for regrowth of your lawn and your plants. Tree stumps can be a real hazard if you have children who play frequently in the area and it can also be a source of fungal growth and pa