(224) 565-4352 www.felmartreeservice.com
Equipment and Capabilities: Stump Grinder
Tree Services: Large Trees, Works Near Structures
Credentials and Trust: Long Established, Family Owned, Insured
Emergency and Storm: Quick Response
Customer Experience: Affordable
Felmar Tree Service is a family owned and operated business. For 30 years, we have addressed the tree demands of countless clients. Our skills, experience, and love for nature makes us distinctive. Even though there are many tree companies in the area, none of them can compare to us. Our core values are always at the forefront of what we do, and in what we offer. The values of integrity, precision, diligence, and teamwork are present in our daily endeavors. Felmar Tree Service takes pride of the ethical work and excellence that is continuously delivered. We are skilled, efficient, and quick to respond to your call! Felmar Tree Service completes thorough and responsible tree services.
5.0 from 38 reviews
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is consistently delivered as part of removal projects, with customers noting fast, safe, and efficient grinding alongside tree removal in Chicago. Clients frequently mention grinding down large stumps from tall trees and then the crew's thorough cleanup, leaving the site ready for landscaping. The team is repeatedly praised for professionalism—courteous, careful around structures, and responsive—minimizing disruption during stump work. Pricing is described as fair or competitive, reinforcing the value of including stump grinding in a complete service package.
Experienced handling oversized trees - tall, wide, or heavily branched. Removing or trimming a large tree requires specialized skill and equipment, and these pros have both.
Large-tree work is a core strength, with crews trimming countless trees away from buildings and lifting multiple canopies on big projects. They regularly remove very large trees near structures, including a 40-plus-foot pine close to a house and a courtyard honey locust that was threatening windows. Stump grinding and debris removal are standard parts of these jobs, and crews consistently leave the site clean and orderly. Clients consistently note responsive, professional service, fair pricing, and thorough follow-up, even when coordinating around complex or urgent needs. They provide documentation and clear communication, including certificates of insurance on request, and keep scheduling and updates straightforward.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
In Chicago's urban landscape, near-structure work is a core strength, with Felmar consistently removing tall trees and large limbs that sit close to homes, windows, and courtyards. They handle complex removals near power lines and in tight lots, such as a tall pine on a small city lot close to a house, where the crew worked quickly and safely with no damage to the structure. A courtyard honey locust near building walls was brought down cleanly with no issues, and crews commonly trim and raise canopies away from walls to protect windows and exterior features. Clients report comprehensive site care: thorough cleanup, dirt or sod replacement to cover removal spots, and checks for debris in neighboring yards. From first contact through completion, the team communicates effectively, provides COI when requested, and maintains competitive, predictable pricing while prioritizing safety around structures in Chicago.
A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.
Three decades of service back Felmar Tree Service’s ability to safely remove tall trees, trim canopies near structures, and grind stumps in the Chicago area. Customers consistently praise quick responses, flexible pricing, and clear guidance on what work is needed, reflecting an established readiness to work within diverse budgets. Professionals on site are repeatedly described as courteous, safe, and efficient, with thorough cleanup and careful avoidance of collateral damage. From large-scale canopy reductions and removal near buildings to hedge removals and stump grinding, the team delivers reliable results, often completing jobs promptly and on schedule. Support for permits, COI provision, and follow-up to ensure satisfaction further exemplifies a long-standing commitment to dependable service.
A business built and run by family, often passed down or grown from the ground up. Personal accountability and pride in every job.
As a family-owned tree service serving Chicago and surrounding areas, Felmar Tree Service demonstrates a dependable, hands-on approach to scheduling and project planning that clients consistently appreciate. The owner-led crew is repeatedly described as professional, courteous, efficient, and safety-conscious, able to handle tall trees near structures and power lines with skill. Customers value clear guidance on what work is needed, flexible pricing, and prompt communication from the initial quote through completion, much of which originates from a responsive office team and the family owners. Cleanup is routinely highlighted—sites are left spotless, debris is removed, and follow-up checks ensure satisfaction. This family-owned model fosters trust and reliability, enabling them to execute complex projects—from large-scale trimming to complete removals—on time and at fair prices in Chicago.
Carries proper liability and workers' compensation insurance. If something goes wrong on your property, you're protected.
Consistently, they provide proof of insurance upon request, with clients noting COIs are supplied promptly and without hassle. Affiliation with insurance agents and referrals from insurers are repeatedly mentioned, underscoring trust in their insured capabilities. This insured capability enables them to take on high-risk projects near structures or in tight urban lots, including trees close to buildings and even those tangled with power lines. Customers describe safe, professional crews, thorough cleanup, and fair pricing, reinforcing that their insured operations support reliable, near-structure tree work.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Rapid response defines their Chicago operation, with quick replies to calls and flexible scheduling for tree work. Clients consistently note fast outreach and prompt estimates, with quotes often provided within 24–48 hours and sometimes within a day. On-site crews arrive on schedule, work efficiently, and leave the area clean, reflecting a reliable and swift service. The ability to fit work into tight timelines, even amid busy schedules, is a standout factor that many in the area mention.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Competitive and reasonable pricing is a defining theme in feedback from Chicago-area customers, who frequently note fair quotes and pricing flexibility. Whether removing a large tree, trimming tall limbs, grinding stumps, or performing work near structures, clients report strong value—affordable prices paired with professional, safe service and thorough cleanup. Several reviewers emphasize the ability to fit work into budget without compromising quality, describing the pricing as very fair and often competitive. Overall, the pattern across projects shows Felmar delivering costs and quality that beat the rest, making affordability a standout capability in Chicago.