Got a dead, damaged, or storm-hit tree in Skokie? We handle it — including parkway trees that need Village sign-off. Tell us about the tree and get a free quote fast.
Removing a tree in Skokie isn't always as simple as picking up a chainsaw. Village rules cover parkway trees and larger private trees near construction, and decades of Dutch elm disease and emerald ash borer have left plenty of older trees weak or dead. We know the rules — and the trees — so you don't have to figure it out yourself.
Full removal of dead, diseased, or unwanted trees, including parkway trees that require a Village permit.
See tree removal →Fast response for trees that are split, leaning, or already down after a storm.
See emergency service →Grinding leftover stumps down below grade so the yard can be reseeded or replanted.
See stump grinding →Routine pruning and hazard trimming to keep a tree healthy and away from rooflines and wires.
See trimming & pruning →Clearing multiple trees and brush for additions, new construction, or lot prep.
See land clearing →Skokie manages tens of thousands of parkway and public trees, and the Village Forester oversees what happens to them. That's why any parkway tree — regardless of size — needs a removal permit, and why private trees 8 inches or more in diameter usually need one too when the removal is connected to construction. The rules exist partly because the village has spent years fighting emerald ash borer and Dutch elm disease, both of which have killed or weakened a large number of older trees on Skokie streets.
Not sure if your tree needs a permit? We check the diameter and location and handle the Village paperwork if one's required.
A tree doesn't have to be fully dead to be a problem. Watch for a trunk that leans further than it used to, large sections of bark missing or peeling, mushrooms or fungus growing at the base, dead branches concentrated in the upper canopy, or roots that have started lifting a nearby sidewalk or driveway. Any of these can mean the tree's structure has weakened enough that it's no longer safe to leave standing, especially near a house, garage, or parking area.
Every quote is different because every tree is different. The biggest factors are the tree's height and trunk diameter, how close it stands to a structure, fence, or power line, whether a crane or aerial lift is needed to remove it safely, whether the Village permit process adds time, and whether you also want the stump ground down. Because of that range, the most accurate number is the one you'll get after we look at the tree or a few clear photos of it.
Often, yes. The Village requires a permit to remove any parkway tree regardless of size, and a permit is also required for private trees 8 inches or more in diameter when the removal is tied to construction. We'll tell you whether your specific tree needs one and help you apply.
Cost depends on the tree's height, trunk diameter, species, how close it is to a structure or power lines, and whether stump removal or permit paperwork is involved. Because every tree is different, we'll give you a written quote after seeing the tree or photos of it.
For trees that are actively leaning, split, or resting on a structure, same-day and next-day appointments are often available. Mention that the situation is urgent when you call so it can be prioritized.
Yes. We handle parkway (street-side) trees, which usually require Village sign-off, as well as trees on private residential property.
Tell us about the tree and we'll connect you with a licensed local contractor — no obligation.
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