King Tree Specialists, Inc. is a Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) accredited company serving Central Illinois. With ISA Certified Arborists and Certified Tree Workers on staff, King Tree Specialists' employees possess proper education and technique for pruning and plant health care for trees and shrubs. We adhere to the highest accountability in industry safety standards (ANSI A300) and employ a Certified Tree Care Safety Professional as well as a ISA Qualified Tree Risk Assessor. We are equipped to advise, direct, and plan the entire scope of your lifelong tree care needs.
Business highlights
20 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
We offer services in tree and shrub pruning, complete plant health care including insect and disease management, horticultural/arboricultural consulting, root collar excavation, fertilization, aeration, cabling and bracing. We are also available for construction site consultation, tree protection and preservation, Tree Risk Assessments, new tree planting, replacement plantings, & tree and stump removal. We specialize in difficult tree removals with the use of climbers and cranes.
Fine, we think. Only time will tell how accurate the diagnosis is.
Description of Work: Evaluation of health of a large tree in our front yard
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30
MARILYN B.
10/2018
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Went well. They cleaned up the area after and all mess was removed. Good job removing the tree. Flat to the ground.
Description of Work: Tree removed
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Candice B.
01/2018
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Perfect!!! I have used them before and will call them for future needs. Very Professional.
Description of Work: Need trees trimmed and cut down
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Cara M.
08/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They always do quality work. I like the fact that they do not overdo the trimming, so it still looks good.
Description of Work: I have used King Tree Service several times and plan on using again soon.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Brad V.
08/2017
1.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They didn't bother calling back or giving an estimate.
Description of Work: I called their number and left a message, but waited a week and received no reply. I then submitted an online request, as both their website and answering machine said, but still no response after another 2 weeks. I then submitted another online request and left 2 phone messages and finally got a call back after 11 days. The lady on the phone took my information and said an arborist would call me within 2 weeks. Well, 4 weeks later and I'm still waiting. I found another service and they called me back about 2 hours after I left a message. The guy came out a couple days later, looked over my project (6 large trees to be removed with difficult access to 2 of them, 3 needing to be trimmed and 7 stumps to be ground all for under $2,800. I had hoped to use King, as they are 1 town from where I live. However, I would never call them now or recommend them to anyone. If they aren't professional or respectful enough to at least call back (other than the 1 time), I can only imagine their work would be of the same poor quality.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Melanie G.
07/2017
1.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Never heard back from them. I emailed with no reply. I then called and someone rudely took a message from me but still no call back. I went with someone else after waiting over a week for them to contact me. The exact same thing also happened to a lady I work with so definitely not a one time thing.
Description of Work: Contacted them by emails and phone about removing a tree
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
Andrea T.
06/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Excellent! They were on time, performed the work and cleaned up perfectly!
Description of Work: Trees trimmed, pine tree removed, stump ground out.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
Candice B.
01/2017
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Very well. Every thing was done as I asked and it looks great$500.00
Description of Work: Need several trees trimmed and two small trees removed
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$500
mike C.
07/2016
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
We first saw for ourselves, how this company removes trees when our neighbor had a huge tree taken out last year. They used a crane and worked fast. When the time came for us to cut dead trees down we contacted them. A very knowledgeable person came out and had our quote emailed to us within days. We were pleasantly surprised on the competitive cost estimate we received and called for scheduling soon afterword. It did take two months for work to begin but, the rain and our wet yard did not help and also these guys are so busy being in such high demand. We always adhere to the premise if a contractor is so busy, they must do great work and we do not mind waiting. We also to a search to see reviews, and these guys are AA+ rated. To our benefit, we were not wrong because the work done was extraordinary. The crew arrived all together and started on the biggest tree first. We were very impressed to witness the care to plan the safest way to set up their ropes, etc. After the plans were set, the crew went to work and in just a few hours the job was complete. Every member of the team were courteous and willing to answer any questions or concerns we had. We had just had thousands of dollars of yard work done and were worried about damage to yard. King Tree crew understood and took extreme care to protect vulnerable areas. It was amazing to see how this well trained team worked together and completed our job quickly and safely. It was very hard to see we had any trees removed after these guys cleaned our yard and even spreading extra mulch from stumps into our flower beds. This company is the ONLY number we will call for any tree removal in our future. King Tree are the best in this area by FAR!! All we can say is...If you want your trees removed with professionalism and safety, your property cleaned like nothing happened, and completed at a VERY great price, then you need to contact King Tree Specialist immediately!!! This is an AAA+++ rating from us! Thanks to the entire crew at King Tree, we appreciate their care and professional attitude to perform such excellent work! Great job, Great price!!!!
Description of Work: We had 5 trees to be removed, 4 of which had elm disease. We also had 5 stumps ground up and removed.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Steven S.
07/2015
1.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Called twice for service - called me back once and said it would be two weeks before they could do an evaluation. 4 weeks later I had to follow-up and they never called me back.
Description of Work: Needed an estimate
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
Holly S.
03/2015
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
The experience went well. To say they were efficient is an understatement - they were professional, obviously proficient at their jobs, and polite. When they were finished, they cleaned up after themselves so well that my yard looked as if I had hired someone to do spring cleaning. Would absolutely hire again.
Description of Work: Trimmed all the trees that hung over our roof and trimmed back other dead branches.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
HARVEY B.
11/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They did a great job, very professional team. I am very pleased with their work
Description of Work: Removed a tree that was leaning
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Susan P.
09/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
The service went well, we have sold the house and I am not sure the new buyers have continued on with the service. I was pleased that they returned our balance of payment for services. We had prepaid for a years worth of treatments and they prorated the services and issued us a refund in a timely manner. I also liked that when we were in town, they would call to tell me they were coming and to make sure the dog was in the house.
Description of Work: We were on a tree maintenance plan to treat an ill tree. We were living out of the country and they provided emails when service was being provided.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear Ms. [removed member name]: Thank you very much for submitting your review of our services on Angie's List. We wish the best for you and your family. Kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Kenneth H.
07/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Came out and did an excellent job. Would use again
Description of Work: Sent out a man who looked at job and prepared offer.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$750
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear [member name removed]: Thank you for taking the time to offer your review of our services on Angie's List and for allowing us to work with you on this project. We were happy to work with you and hope that you will call us for any future needs. Thank you for sharing your recommendation with your neighbors. Kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Cheryl S.
05/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
King Tree Service removed an fruit tree for us. They did a good job, cleaned up completely after themselves, and back filled with soil--all at a reasonable price. They also pruned a large tree in our front-yard by "lifting up" the lowest branches so they wouldn't interfere with vehicles, sidewalk, or house. They have pruned higher branches of that same tree for us in the past and have done so in a tasteful, natural manner. Unlike with some tree services, we haven't worried that they would lop off big branches or over prune. (Please note, work was done at my home but I marked provider location for security reasons.)
Description of Work: Removed mid-size tree and pruned large tree
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear [removed member's name]: Thank you for your detailed review of our services and for sharing your thoughts with others who may benefit from our services. We appreciate your business and look forward to working with you again in the future. Very kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Carl N.
05/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
The came when promised and removed the tree using ropes to safely guide each piece safely from my home. I as amazed at the control they exercised in moving the pieces from my home. I choose to have them down the tree and cut into sections but leave the pieces in the lot next to my house to save the cost of removal. They were very nice to drop the pieces close to the area I wanted them when possible which was more than I expected.
Description of Work: Removed Tree that was close to the house. The came when promised and removed the tree using ropes to safely guide each piece safely from my home. I as amazed at the control they exercised in moving the pieces from my home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear [Member Name]: Thank you for your feedback and for sharing a great review with your neighbors. We appreciate your business and look forward to working with you again in the future. Kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Jenny F.
04/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
A large part of our tree fell on our house during a storm. Since we didn't know the extent of the damage to our house, it was imperative to get it removed as soon as possible. It fell at 5pm and by 6:30pm, Brian was at our house checking out the damage and calling his people to see when they could come out. He got the crane guy and his team assembled and was at our house by 7:45am the next morning. Brian is an arborist and climber and got into the tree and secured the big branches to minimize any more damage to our house. He and his team successfully lifted the branches of the lower level of our house and took them UP over our 2 story house. They were careful to hit no power lines, not block traffic unless absolutely necessary and even was telling his team to try not to walk on our newly seeded yard (which was impossible but they were still concerned). They removed all the branches, mulched them up and did excellent clean up and were out of here before noon!! Great job! We so appreciate the quick response! Thanks!
Description of Work: Removed a large part of a very big tree from our house.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Thank you for your business, your feedback and for sharing a great review with your neighbors. We appreciate your business and look forward to working with you again in the future. Kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
David R.
04/2014
4.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They seem knowledgeable. Everything seemed to go well. There wasn’t outstanding but nothing bad. They came highly recommended. There are going to do some other stuff for us but they haven’t done it yet.
Description of Work: I used King Tree Specialists to do an application on our trees.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$75
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear [Member Name]: Thank you for your feedback and for sharing a great review with your neighbors. We appreciate your business and look forward to working with you again in the future. Kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
William M.
03/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Brian King was always very professional and pleasant to work with. They are certified and licensed arborists. We had ice damage to two silver (soft) maples in our backyard after a winter storm (7-10 years ago?). There were many broken limbs in trees that were approaching 40 - 50 ft. in height near our two story home. Since I have a master's degree in Horticulture I knew that I did not want them topped - unsightly and unhealthy. They agreed to thin the crown of the trees and remove broken limbs. Their first estimate was more than our budget, but they were quick to offer us a very reasonable alternative of cutting and dropping the limbs in our yard and let my husband and son cut up the limbs and remove the debris. They thinned the crowns even more than I expected without ruining the attractiveness of the tress. Now, many years later we have not had to call them back for trimming or had any more tree damage and our lawn has never looked better due to more sunlight getting through the canopy. We highly recommend King Tree Specialist.
Description of Work: Trim two silver maples after a winter ice storm
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear Mr. & Mrs. [removed member name]: Thank you for taking the time to offer a thorough review of our services here on Angie's List. We were happy to work with you and hope that you will call us for any future needs. Sincerely, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Sara H.
02/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Pulled dead wood out of large pin oak and silver maple. Trimmed branches off house roof and away from service wires. Removed 5 large limbs from oak above garage. They were the highest bid, but not by too much. Overall we felt it was worth paying a little extra to get a team of specialists. We were very happy with the work they did for us. Charged $800 for the oak and $200 for the maple.
Description of Work: Trimmed oak & maple, removed large limbs from above garage
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear [member name removed]: Thank you for taking the time to offer your review of our services on Angie's List and for giving such a thorough review of your positive experience. We were happy to work with you and hope that you will call us for any future needs. Thank you for sharing your recommendation with your neighbors. Kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Susan K.
02/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Beautifully done. Their clean up made it look like nothing had even happened.
Description of Work: Removed a huge tree.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear [member name removed]: Thank you for offering this review of your experience with our company's services. This is the kind of experience we strive to provide, and we greatly appreciate the feedback from valued customers, like yourself. Thank you for going out of your way to recommend us. Kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Karen H.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
He was polite and professional. Could not have asked for a better service.
Description of Work: tree service
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear [removed member name]: Thank you for taking the time to review us on Angie's List. We were happy to work with you and hope that you will call us for any future needs. Thank you for sharing your recommendation with your neighbors. Very kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Christine C.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
My neighbor was having an issue with a hickory tree on my property...she referred the situation to her attorney. I contacted King Tree Specialists to have the tree assessed for safety issues. They performed the service as requested...Good Job!
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear : Thank you for taking the time to share a review of our services with your neighbors. We appreciate the opportunity to have worked with you and hope that your situation was improved by the expert advice of one of our certified arborists. Thank you again. Kind regards, The team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
John J.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
They trimmed a pine tree and also trimmed a maple tree so that electrical service could be provided to a building. They arrived on short notice and completed the job so that the utility could keep their schedule. I would definitely use them again.
Description of Work: I used "KING TREE SPECIALISTS, INC."
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear [Member name removed]: Thank you for sharing your experience with us with your neighbors on Angie's List. We appreciate your business and your feedback. Sincerely, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Candice B.
01/2014
5.0
tree service
+ -1 more
Remove a large oak tree that had to be removed by a crane over the top of our garage. They were very careful and had the necessary man power to do the job. They certainly knew what they were doing.
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,600
Response from King Tree Specialists, Inc.
Dear [member name removed]: Thank you for taking the time to review us on Angie's List. We were happy to work with you and hope that you will call us for any future needs. Thank you for sharing your recommendation with your neighbors. Very kind regards, The Team at King Tree Specialists, Inc.
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FAQ
King Tree Specialists, Inc. is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
King Tree Specialists, Inc. accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
No, King Tree Specialists, Inc. does not offer free project estimates.
No, King Tree Specialists, Inc. does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, King Tree Specialists, Inc. does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, King Tree Specialists, Inc. offers emergency services.
No, King Tree Specialists, Inc. does not offer warranties.
King Tree Specialists, Inc. offers the following services: We offer services in tree and shrub pruning, complete plant health care including insect and disease management, horticultural/arboricultural consulting, root collar excavation, fertilization, aeration, cabling and bracing. We are also available for construction site consultation, tree protection and preservation, Tree Risk Assessments, new tree planting, replacement plantings, & tree and stump removal. We specialize in difficult tree removals with the use of climbers and cranes.