When you need it
Branches hang over the roof or driveway, dead wood could fall, limbs block a view or a streetlight, a storm left broken branches, or a young tree needs a strong shape while it's small.
Professional Tree Pruning & Trimming in Champaign, IL
The right cuts at the right time keep your trees healthy, safe and good-looking for decades.
What happens
Our arborists look at the whole tree before cutting. We remove dead, broken and crossing branches, raise low limbs, and thin the crown where it helps. Every cut is made just outside the branch collar so the tree can seal it. We never "top" a tree, because topping weakens it and causes fast, weak regrowth.
When to prune
Most trees are best pruned from late fall to early spring, while they're dormant. In Illinois, oaks should not be pruned from April through July because of oak wilt. Dead or broken branches can come off any time.
Questions people ask
What's the difference between pruning and trimming?
People use the words the same way. We prune for the tree's health and safety first, and for looks second.
How often should my trees be pruned?
Young trees every few years to set good structure. Mature trees usually every 3 to 5 years, or after storm damage.
Can you reach trees in my backyard?
Yes. Our climbers reach trees no truck can get to.
What our customers say
Neighbors who trust us with their trees
“Buds removed a massive maple tree in our back yard a couple of years ago. Last week we had them come back to remove a damaged maple from our front yard. They also ground the stump. On both occasions the work and cleanup was done efficiently and safely. One of our neighbors commented on the courtesy of the crew. We are pleased with the quality of the services provided and would recommend Buds.”
“The 4 workers who showed up did a phenomenal job in cutting a couple of trees down and trimming up an older one. By the time they were done you couldn't tell the trees cut down were ever there and the trimming got branches away from our house. They cleaned up all the debris and left the yard very clean.”
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Let's take care of your trees
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