Emergency Tree Removal Service

March 15, 2018 by Joseph Skibbie

Call 24/7 With Your Tree Removal Emergency

Children and adults alike can become very attached to trees. When it comes time for a tree removal emergency, you should be prepared to make a quick decision on this emotional subject. Dead or damaged trees are unsteady. High winds or a sudden storm could pose risks to your home, your family, and passersby or vehicles if the tree is near the street.

To avoid further damage or liability, you must be prompt in calling a tree removal service. At Advanced Tree Care, we offer 24/7 emergency tree removal service in a service area covering two states and nine counties. Our Emergency Management Center is staffed around the clock and always ready to take your call. We’ll be able to provide information about emergency tree removal, answer your questions, and quickly dispatch staff and equipment.

What should you expect when you call with a tree removal emergency?

Certified arborist and a professional staff

While tree care is complex, emergency tree removal can be dangerous. Weather conditions, the location of the tree, and the presence of power lines can all elevate the risk factor. Our certified arborists have experience in removing trees in a variety of emergency situations. We’ll assess the emergency situation and create a plan for the tree’s removal. We’ll also use the correct safety equipment, rigging gear, and procedures for removal.

Licensed, insured and experienced company

We’ve been in business since 2008, and our founder had more than a decade of experience before that. That means we’ve seen it all. We’re fully licensed, bonded, and insured, which is important for liability and protection. If something unforeseen happens, we’re covered.

Quick response time

Tree removal emergencies require immediate attention—and, often, immediate action. At Advanced Tree Care, our Emergency Management Center is open all day, every day. We’re just a call away. With a two-state, nine-county area of service and 44 service units, we keep our response time to an hour or less, so that we can take care of your situation quickly.

Excellent customer service

Every member of our staff is expected to be prompt, professional, polite, and thorough. When we arrive at your site, we’ll answer your questions and address any concerns you have. We’ll tell you about our plan for your tree’s removal as well as anything else to expect while we’re on site. We are also committed to cleaning up, so that your site looks as good (or better) than when we arrived.

Advanced Tree Care combines top-notch equipment, cutting-edge technology, and well-trained staff to provide emergency tree removal and tree maintenance services. With a presence in nine counties and two states, we work daily to provide unparalleled customer service, safety, and efficiency—as well as the expertise to beautify your landscaping and community. Advanced Tree Care isn’t just our name—it’s also our purpose!

Advanced Thermal Tree Imaging

February 28, 2018 by Joseph Skibbie

The Latest Technology in Tree Care

At Advanced Tree Care, we take our name seriously by staying at the forefront of advances in tools and processes for tree care, pruning, and cutting. We’re committed to using technology as it advances. One of the latest tools we’re using is advanced thermal tree imaging.

Thermal tree imaging uses infrared imaging to assess tree health. It’s a non-invasive method that can clearly distinguish between living and damaged stem tissues in trees. Why might it be important to assess the overall health of trees on public or private property?

Tree care and maintenance are an important part of property management. If you’re a homeowner—or buying a new home—you’ll want to know how healthy your trees are, and if there are signs of damage or disease, you’ll want the best information possible. There are commercial considerations too: village administrations and commercial property owners need to attend to the care, maintenance, and replacement of trees on their properties, too. The reasons for doing so include public safety as well as historic preservation, in some cases.

What is Advanced Thermal Tree Imaging?

Thermal tree imaging is a highly effective way to determine how healthy those trees are, which ones need dead limbs pruned, and which ones might need to be removed.

Traditionally, inspecting trees to determine health and structural integrity can be time-consuming and invasive. Trees need to be closely inspected. Often, the bark must be disturbed, or our staff has to climb the trees to inspect areas of interest. Invasive testing may be required.

Thermal tree imaging changes all that. The technology gives us both great accuracy and efficiency at once. By taking and examining infrared images, we can distinguish between living and damaged stem tissues in the tree. We can make educated decisions—with clear evidence—about which trees are healthy, and which are diseased or damaged. Together with the property owner, we can make informed decisions about maintenance or removal.

Not only is it non-invasive, thermal tree imaging is also much quicker than other methods of inspection—up to 1,000 times faster at providing the critical information we need. If we’re using thermal tree imaging to appraise the health of trunks and branches, we can inspect dozens of trees in a single day. If we’re inspecting a small, more specific part of a tree—perhaps the trunk only, for decay—that total can be even higher.

So what is it we’re looking for with thermal tree imaging? We’ll tell you. In comparison to other living organisms, trees produce relatively low metabolic energy. Most of what healthy trees emit has already been absorbed by the surrounding environment. On the infrared images, a healthy tree will have relatively even water distribution between its cells and an even heat dissipation over its entire surface.

If a tree is diseased or damaged, the image appears different. The flow of heat energy is interrupted, and cooler areas are apparent in the image. The more cooling there has been internally, the more effect there is on the temperature of the tree’s surface. Once identification of an issue is made, we can proceed with pruning, treatment, or removal.

The Vision for Advanced Tree Care

February 15, 2018 by Joseph Skibbie

What We Mean When We Say Advanced Tree Care

When we chose the name Advanced Tree Care, we did so for several reasons. It was an ideal name to signal our breadth and depth of experience in tree care—our capabilities to serve you and your trees. It also reflected our commitment to using the latest advances in technology in our business operations. Of course, technology evolves—and so do we, as we adopt new tools for efficiency, operations, and customer service.

To tell you why technology is so important to us, we must start at the beginning. That story is about our founder and his vision for Advanced Tree Care.

When Mike Bramucci started ATC, he knew his experience and knowledge could improve the tree care industry.

A vision from the beginning

Mike Bramucci started Advanced Tree Care in 2008 with only a pickup truck and a handful of tools in addition to his experience and vision. Mike had started his career at age 16 with a local tree care firm. By age 18, he’d moved up through its ranks and had also earned ISA certification. At that time, he was the youngest certified arborist in the state of Illinois.

Frustration with slow technology adoption

For the next ten years, Mike continued to gain experience as a team leader and perfect the art of tree care. By 2005, he was frustrated. Technology—for communications, operations, and other aspects of business and life—had advanced considerably, but the tree industry lagged behind. Mike encountered resistance to change as well. He knew there was a better, more efficient, more advanced way of doing business—and caring for trees.

Seeing an opportunity to do better

Mike felt the best way to pursue this vision was to found his own company. He sought to provide the best customer service by incorporating advances in technology and equipment. Technology would make running the business more efficient, meaning better customer service, better response times, and better tree care. By combining technology and a well-trained staff, Advanced Tree Care delivered for its customers from the beginning.

Over a decade of growth

Today, Advanced Tree Care serves two states with a combined fleet of 44 trucks and equipment. Its clients include over 10,000 residential customers and 12 government agencies. We’ve set the standard for controlling operating costs and passing savings along to you.

To us, success means sustained commitment to our customers and to continual advances that prepare us to better serve you. We provide our certified arborists and staff with the most advanced tools and innovative services available, for an efficient and effective workflow from start to finish on each job. We work daily to beautify your landscaping and community. Advanced Tree Care isn’t just our name—it’s also our purpose!

Selecting a Tree Trimming Service

February 3, 2018 by Joseph Skibbie

Tree Trimming Service

Perhaps a winter storm has whipped through, and your tree sustained serious damage. Or, it’s been declining for years, and you finally have to have it removed. Whatever the reason, you realize you need a tree trimmer to remove your tree.

How do you know which one to choose? Because tree removal can be complex—and mistakes costly—you’ll want to select a tree trimming service with professional staff who know what they’re doing. You’ll minimize the potential for additional damage and injury by hiring an experienced, professional service led by a certified arborist.

What Should You Look For When Selecting a Tree Trimming Service?

First, choose a service led by a certified arborist

Proper tree care can be complex. It requires a significant amount of knowledge and experience. A certified arborist will know the best way to take down your tree. A tree trimming service led by a certified arborist—such as Advanced Tree Care—will deliver superior comprehensive service.

Ensure the tree trimming service is licensed, bonded, and insured

Mistakes can be costly. In the event that anything happens, a professional tree service should not pass the burden on to you. Select a tree cutting service that is licensed, bonded, and insured. Advanced Tree Care is.

Pick a tree trimming service that serves your area

Most tree cutting services define a particular “area of service.” This is the geography that their employees will travel within—but they don’t travel outside of it. At Advanced Tree Care, our area of service includes nine counties in two states—a sizeable area within which to operate.

Choose a service known for excellent customer service

A tree cutting service is just that—a service. You’ll want to work with a company that prioritizes its customers and is responsive their needs. Choose a tree trimming service that answers its phone promptly, shows up when promised, completes the work, and restores your property to tip-top shape. At Advanced Tree Care, we pride ourselves on our commitment to you.

Select a service that utilizes technology

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At Advanced Tree Care, we provide our certified arborists and staff with the most advanced tools and innovative services available. This creates a more efficient workflow, as well as lets everyone communicate effectively with each other and you. As a result, we can provide superior tree cutting service and customer care.

Five Things to Consider When Looking for Tree Services Near Me

October 30, 2017 by Joseph Skibbie

Evaluating Tree Services Near Me

When looking for tree services near me, it’s important to ensure you choose a reliable, trustworthy company. As with any professional service, you should select a provider who will give you high-quality service, meet your needs, and be prompt, responsive, and courteous.

Beyond those factors, however, there are a few other considerations you should have in mind when looking for tree services near you.

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#1: Look for a licensed tree service led by a certified arborist

Choose a tree service led by a certified arborist. The knowledge, skills, and experience of a certified arborist set a true professional tree service apart. What’s more, tree work can be dangerous, and it requires skilled, trained professionals with the right safety gear and equipment. You’ll also want to choose a tree service with a business license.

#2: Choose a tree service that is insured

Before hiring anyone, ensure that the service you’re considering holds current liability insurance. Ask to see a copy of the insurance policy to verify it’s current. If you have tree work done by a company that’s uninsured, and there is an accident that causes property damage or injuries, you could face significant costs and a lawsuit.

#3: Pay attention to ‘area of service’

Most tree services define a particular area of service, and their employees will not travel outside it. If your search results don’t turn up a company with a reputation you can trust, you can expand your search to include a neighboring community. You might also consider tree services that seem to have a sizeable footprint: for example, Advance Tree Care operates within a nine-county, two-state service area. That’s a lot of community coverage.

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#4: Know what service you’re requesting

Some people only call a tree service when they have a situation that requires tree removal, from storm damage or disease. Others contact tree services for advice on trimming and pruning. We help our clients understand that tree service is an investment in your property—up to 15% of your landscape can be trees. Proper seasonal care and trimming are important to ensure your trees look their best and live long, healthy lives. When we’re contacted about trimming, pruning, and other maintenance, we talk with—and listen carefully to—our clients to understand what they want, so that we can provide service that exceeds their expectations.

#5: Understand average costs and estimates

Most tree services prepare an estimate that includes a minimum trip charge plus an hourly estimate for the labor performed on site. The arborist makes an educated guess on what the job will take in terms of hours, and uses this educated guess for the estimate. Actual costs can differ once the company is on-site. Though it’s natural to consider costs first, you should focus your initial search and inquiry on tree services that have an excellent reputation for value and customer service.

Beyond these five criteria, you should also look for a tree service with excellent customer service. At Advanced Tree Care, we pride ourselves on the excellence of our customer service, from your initial call to the care with which we clean up your property when the job is done.