5 Best Tree Services in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

A leaning tree over a roof does not wait for a convenient weekend, and getting the wrong crew on a dangerous job can cost far more than the removal itself. Chicago's tree services here carry ratings from 4.7 to a perfect 5.0, and the top pick alone has logged nearly 700 five-star reviews, so the real decision comes down to scale of job and how fast you need someone out.

Short answer: The highest-rated tree service in Chicago is Huber Tree Expert (5.0 stars across 687 reviews), a family-owned firm operating since 1987, followed closely by County Tree Service (4.7, 166 reviews) and The Davey Tree Expert Company (4.7, 136 reviews). Expect tree removal costs to run from a few hundred dollars for a small tree to several thousand for large, hazardous jobs.

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How Chicago's Tree Services Compare

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Huber Tree Expert	5.0 ★	687	Overall / large tree removal	View ›
2	County Tree Service	4.7 ★	166	Storm damage / large jobs	View ›
3	The Davey Tree Expert Company	4.7 ★	136	Certified arborist services	View ›
4	City Tree Delivery	4.9 ★	103	Christmas tree delivery & removal	View ›
5	Progressive Tree Service	4.8 ★	104	Certified arborist pruning & health care	View ›

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Huber Tree Expert

5.0687 Google reviews

Huber Tree Expert is a family-owned and operated tree service based in Berwyn, serving Cook and DuPage counties since 1987 with tree removal, stump grinding, tree trimming and land clearing. It's built its reputation over nearly four decades on careful, precise work, including large removals close to structures and fences, with reviewers frequently praising the cleanup left behind.

What people praise

Nearly 40 years of local experience with a large, consistent review base
Handles large and difficult removals, including trees close to structures, with precision
Cleanup after the job is repeatedly called out by reviewers as thorough
Pricing described as competitive even on large, complex jobs

Worth knowing

As a smaller family operation, scheduling during peak storm season may take longer

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating5 / 5

Review volume687 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown98% 5-star

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Our take: A perfect 5.0 across nearly 700 reviews and the most-reviewed tree service on this list, with a track record on both routine trimming and genuinely large, technical removals.

Website +1708-367-3855 Directions

1622 Scoville Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402

#2🕑 Open 7 days

County Tree Service

4.7166 Google reviews

County Tree Service is a Stickney-based tree care company covering the Chicago metro area, handling everything from cleanup and stump grinding to removing multiple large, dangerous trees on tight timelines. Reviewers describe the crew tackling entire yards of overgrowth in a single visit and responding quickly when storm damage threatens a home.

What people praise

Capable of handling large residential jobs, including ten 80-plus-foot trees completed in a day and a half
Moved up an appointment after a tree fell dangerously close to a home
Pricing consistently described as reasonable to well below competing quotes
Full cleanup and haul-away included

Worth knowing

Not independently verified as claimed on Google (isClaimed: false at time of collection), so confirm current contact details before booking

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume166 · 92nd

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown90% 5-star

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Our take: The pick when you're facing storm damage or an unusually large job, given reviewers' repeated mentions of fast response and competitive pricing on big-scope work.

Website +1708-484-4808 Directions

6600 41st St, Stickney, IL 60402

#3🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

The Davey Tree Expert Company

4.7136 Google reviews

The Davey Tree Expert Company has operated in Chicago since 1880, and its local office staffs ISA Certified Arborists who provide tree trimming and pruning, removal, and plant health care for homeowners and businesses across Chicago and nearby suburbs. As part of a national tree-care company, it brings standardized, science-backed care tailored to regional pests and soil conditions.

What people praise

ISA Certified Arborists on staff, useful for diagnosing tree health issues, not just removal
Long-term customer relationships, with some reviewers citing decades of continued service
Careful, technical removals near delicate landscaping without collateral damage

Worth knowing

As a national company, response times and crew assignment can vary by season

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume136 · 86th

Confidencemoderate

Recency2 months ago

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Rating breakdown88% 5-star

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Our take: The strongest option if your job needs certified arborist expertise, such as diagnosing tree health or planning long-term care, not just a straightforward removal.

Website +1312-462-0065 Directions

340 N Hoyne Ave, Chicago, IL 60612

#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

City Tree Delivery

4.9103 Google reviews

City Tree Delivery is a Chicago-based Christmas tree delivery and setup service, distinct from a traditional tree-care company, offering fresh-cut tree delivery, setup and eco-friendly removal each holiday season. It has run since 2009 and also offers tree-removal service for customers finished with their trees after the season.

What people praise

Same-day or next-day tree delivery reported by multiple long-term customers
Friendly, careful delivery crews who avoid damaging homes
Multi-year repeat customers cite consistent quality year after year

Worth knowing

This is Christmas-tree delivery and removal, not general residential tree care, pruning or hazardous tree work

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume103 · 75th

Confidencemoderate

Recency9 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown98% 5-star

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Our take: Worth knowing about specifically for holiday tree delivery and post-season removal, though it is not the right call for a yard tree that needs trimming or removal year-round.

Website +1312-476-9627 Directions

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Progressive Tree Service

4.8104 Google reviews

Progressive Tree Service is an Evanston-based ISA Certified Arborist company serving Chicago and the North Shore, offering tree trimming, removal, plant health care and 24-hour emergency tree service. It was recognized as Best Tree Service in Evanston 2025 by the Quality Business Awards, and reviewers highlight the design and coordination process before work begins.

What people praise

ISA Certified Arborists provide detailed pruning plans before any cutting starts
24-hour emergency response for storm-damaged trees threatening property
Reviewers describe careful protection of surrounding landscaping during large removals

Worth knowing

Based in Evanston, so confirm service-area coverage if you're farther from the North Shore

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume104 · 81st

Confidencemoderate

Recency7 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: A strong certified-arborist pick with award recognition and consistently detailed, careful work, especially valuable for pruning mature or specialty trees.

Website +1847-530-1533 Directions

1124 Florence Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

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How we score

Every number on this page is computed from public Google data on the date shown, not from opinion or payment. Rating is the business’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Chicago tree services. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 5.0 from hundreds of reviews carries more weight than a 5.0 from a handful. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much does tree removal cost in Chicago? (2026)

Tree service pricing in Chicago depends heavily on tree size, location and complexity, and none of the businesses on this page publish a fixed rate card that applies across every job.

Serving all of Chicago

The tree services above cover Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, including Berwyn, Stickney, Evanston and the North Shore. Searching for tree services near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can reach the closest option fast.

What to ask before you hire a tree service

Are you licensed, bonded and insured for tree removal in Illinois?
Do you have an ISA Certified Arborist on staff for diagnosing tree health issues?
Is the quote a flat rate, and does it include full cleanup and haul-away?
How do you handle removals near power lines, fences or neighboring property?
Do you offer 24-hour emergency service for storm-damaged trees?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these tree services?

We started from every tree service in Chicago with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Do I need a certified arborist for tree removal, or just a tree service?

A certified arborist is most valuable for diagnosing tree health, disease or safe pruning plans. For straightforward removal, an experienced tree service without arborist certification, like Huber Tree Expert or County Tree Service, can still do excellent work.

Which of these companies offer emergency tree removal in Chicago?

Progressive Tree Service explicitly offers 24-hour emergency service, and County Tree Service has demonstrated same-day response for storm-damaged trees threatening a home.

The bottom line

Huber Tree Expert is the safe default given its near-perfect rating and decades of local experience, while Progressive Tree Service is the strongest pick if you specifically need a certified arborist. Confirm licensing and get a written quote before any large removal begins.

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