Professional tree removal for homes and businesses in Lake Forest and surrounding Illinois communities.
When you need a tree removed in Lake Forest, IL, B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides full-service removal from initial assessment through final stump grinding. We use bucket trucks, climbers with rope rigging, and crane support depending on the site — choosing the safest, most efficient method for each individual tree. Free written estimates and complete debris cleanup included.
Lake Forest homeowners and businesses count on careful, professional tree removal to protect their properties and their tree investments. Serving a city of 19,788 across Illinois, B. Haney and Sons Arborists brings the experience, equipment, and crew capacity to handle tree removal projects of any scale. We begin every job with an honest evaluation, walk the property with you, and provide a clear written estimate before any cuts are made.
Our tree removal crews in Lake Forest, IL are ISA-trained, fully insured, and equipped with bucket trucks, climbing gear, chippers, and stump grinders sized for the job. From the initial assessment through final cleanup, we maintain open communication and hold ourselves to ANSI A300 and Z133 industry standards. That is how B. Haney and Sons Arborists has earned the trust of property owners across Illinois.
Our proven tree removal process delivers reliable results for Lake Forest property owners every time.
Our Lake Forest arborist evaluates the tree species, height, lean, root health, and access. We plan the rigging carefully, identify any risks to structures or landscaping, and brief the crew before work begins.
We rope off the work zone, set up cones, position equipment, and brief the crew on the rigging plan. ANSI Z133 safety protocols apply to every removal.
B. Haney and Sons Arborists takes down trees in Lake Forest, IL with controlled rigging on every section. Whether by climber, bucket truck, or crane, every piece comes down where we intended — not where gravity wanted it.
Our Lake Forest crew handles all wood removal — chipping the brush, hauling the trunk wood, grinding the stump, raking the area, and sweeping walks and drives. Final walkthrough confirms you are satisfied.
Have questions about tree removal in Lake Forest, IL? Start here.
Tree removal in Lake Forest typically ranges from $400 to $1,800 for standard residential trees and $2,000 to $6,000 or more for very large trees, hazardous trees over structures, or removals requiring crane assistance. Pricing depends on tree size, species, location relative to buildings and power lines, access for equipment, and whether stump grinding is included. B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides free written estimates.
Yes. B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides 24/7 emergency tree response throughout Lake Forest and surrounding Illinois communities. For trees on houses, blocking driveways, or hanging dangerously after storms, we typically reach the property within 1 to 4 hours of the call — day, night, weekends, holidays.
Most homeowner policies cover removal of trees that have fallen on insured structures (house, garage, detached buildings). Standing trees usually are not covered for removal unless they are clearly hazardous to the structure. B. Haney and Sons Arborists works with insurance adjusters in Lake Forest and provides documentation that supports legitimate claims.
Most single-tree removals in Lake Forest are completed in 4 to 8 hours, including cleanup. Very large trees, hazardous removals over structures, or jobs requiring crane support may take a full day or longer. B. Haney and Sons Arborists provides a clear timeline during the estimate so you can plan around the work.
Our reputation is built on results. Here is what our customers have to say.
"Called B. Haney and Sons after our usual tree guy retired. Their arborist walked the property, gave honest assessments on what needed work and what could wait, and quoted a fair price. The crew was old-school professional. Real arborist company, not a guy with a chainsaw."
"I have been using B. Haney for our property for years. They prune our maples every other winter and the trees have never looked healthier. There is something to be said for hiring an arborist company that has been doing this since 1940 — the experience shows in every cut."
"Very impressed with the safety protocols. The crew set up cones, used rope rigging on every cut, and never moved the chipper without checking the area. You can tell these arborists take their work seriously. Great results, and our property was perfectly safe the whole time."