Understanding Plans and Communicating Tree Needs and Construction Risks Are Essential During The Construction and Design Process Why Is Hiring an Arborist for Construction and Development Projects Essential? Have you ever watched a beautiful, mature oak tree that took 50 years to grow die slowly over three years because nobody thought to call an arborist before breaking ground? It's a painful sight, and unfortunately, it happens more often than you'd think right here in the C

Qualified Arborists Care Deeply About The Value Trees Add To Our Lives Have you ever wondered who you should trust with the trees that add so much value and beauty to your property? With dozens of tree service providers in the Chicago metropolitan area, choosing the right arborist can feel overwhelming. But here's the thing: not all tree care professionals are created equal, and the difference between hiring a qualified arborist versus an unlicensed tree service can mean the

Inonotus dryadeus on a Pin Oak is a common issue found on urban Red Oak group trees. So When Should I Call A Tree Care Professional? Your trees are constantly communicating with you, sending subtle signals about their health, structural integrity, and safety risks. As a Certified Arborist with years of experience in northern Illinois, I've learned that trees rarely fail without warning. The challenge for homeowners isn't that trees don't communicate - it's that most people do

Pin oak leaves showing Chlorosis due to nutrient lockout due to soil pH. Are Your Tree's Leaves Turning Yellow? When Your Trees Send Warning Signals Have you ever walked out to your Chicago area property on a summer morning, coffee in hand, only to notice that your prized oak or maple has developed an unsettling yellow tinge to its leaves, and asked "Why are my tree's leaves turning yellow?" As a Certified Arborist with experience in the Chicago and the western suburbs, I've

Healthy trees cared for by Certified Arborists add many layers of value for communities in the Chicago area The Hidden Cost of Choosing the Wrong Tree Care Professional Have you ever watched someone butcher a tree with improper cuts, leaving jagged wounds that invite disease and decay? In the affluent neighborhoods of Chicago's western suburbs—from Geneva to Naperville—mature trees aren't just landscape features; they're living investments that can add up to 15% to your prope

Air Spade services in Chicago and the Chicago Suburbs can provide vital long term benefits for trees in urban and suburban settings. Why Does My Tree Look Sick? What Are The Benefits Of Air Spade Services? In the urban areas as well as the suburbs of Chicago, where young and old trees alike add character, shade, and significant value to our properties, protecting these natural assets is a wise investment. At Prairie Tree Care, we've seen how seemingly healthy trees can strugg

Trees provide valuable ecosystem services for us to live, as well as provide a sense of home. Lets Explore How Your Chicago Property Trees Provide Positive Environmental Impact In the bustling western suburbs of Chicago, where concrete meets green space, the trees on your property are silent champions of environmental health. As a homeowner in northern Illinois, you might look at the oak in your backyard or the line of maples along your driveway and see beauty, shade, or perh

High wind events can have devastating impacts on trees that have defects or have not been pruned to accomodate these rare events. In the Chicago area, where Lake Michigan's influence creates unique wind patterns and severe weather events are common, understanding how wind affects your trees isn't just interesting, it's essential for protecting your property and ensuring the longevity of your landscape investment. At Prairie Tree Care, we've observed firsthand how the suburbs

Bagworms can be very destructive if left unchecked. Early Spring Insects and Mites On Trees: Identifying and Managing Early Pests in Northern Illinois In the transitional days of early spring, when the last patches of snow retreat and the first tentative green shoots emerge from dormant soil, an unseen biological awakening occurs beneath the surface. As a Certified Arborist with nearly two decades of plant care experience in Northern Illinois, I've observed that these initia

Keep your landscape healthy by starting your tree care plan in late winter/early spring. Understanding the Critical Window for Late Winter And Early Spring Tree Care Services in Chicago Suburbs As winter's grip begins to loosen across Chicago and suburbs, discerning homeowners have a vital opportunity to set their landscape up for success. Late winter tree care isn't just about maintenance – it's about understanding and working with nature's rhythms to protect your investment

Trees provide shade in order to cool homes during summer head Understanding Trees As Infrastructure Trees are more than just beautiful additions to your property - they are sophisticated environmental engineers providing critical services that benefit both individual homeowners and entire communities. As a Certified Arborist serving Chicago's western suburbs, I've observed firsthand how well-maintained trees function as crucial green infrastructure, delivering measurable retu

Spring tree pruning means trees can take advantage of the full growing season to recover from cutting wounds. Why Is Spring Tree Pruning Ideal? In the western suburbs of Chicago, spring arrives not as a sudden event, but more gradually. Trees internal functions operate all winter, but as night time hours become shorter, photosynthesis and cells in the buds and last years shoots begin to use more of the trees resources to slowly "wake up". As a Certified Arborist with over two

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Qualified, Certified Arborists take pride in their craft. Understanding Arborist Costs and Prices When you look at a majestic oak tree in...