Tree Trimming Quad Cities: Pruning, Deadwood and Cleanup
Tree trimming and pruning for small to medium trees at homes in Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline and Rock Island. Free quotes.
Tree trimming Quad Cities: careful work, then a clean yard
Wade’s Property Services is a local company based in Sherrard, IL. Our tree trimming Quad Cities service covers small to medium trees: lifting low branches, clearing deadwood and light shaping. We start with a free quote, agree on which branches come off, and clean up when we are done.
- A free quote first
- Small to medium trees
- Storm cleanups quoted
- We clean up when we are done
What our tree trimming Quad Cities service covers
Lower branch removal
Tree trimming Quad Cities homes need most: lifting low limbs off the lawn, the walkway and the mower path.
Deadwood clearing
Taking out dead branches that can drop and spoil the tree’s shape.
Light shaping
Tidy cuts that keep the tree balanced, not cut flat across the top.
Cleanup
We clear up the cuttings and sweep the driveway and walks.
Tree trimming Quad Cities: when to prune
The right season protects the tree. This is what Iowa State University Extension advises for the Midwest. Call us and we will fit the work to the season.
Most shade trees: February to March
The late dormant season, when bare branches make the tree’s structure easy to see. Early summer, after the leaves are fully out, is also fine.
Oaks: December to February only
Oak wilt spreads on sap-feeding beetles that are drawn to fresh cuts in spring and summer. Oaks are pruned in winter, and any warm-season cut is painted with latex house paint within 15 minutes (ISU Extension).
Maple, birch and elm
These bleed sap heavily if pruned in early spring, so early summer is the better choice. Avoid pruning at spring leaf-out and fall leaf drop when you can.
A dead or hanging branch is different. If it could fall, it should come down at any time of year. Call us for a free quote.
Tree trimming Quad Cities: what we trim and storm cleanups
Tree work is risky, so we are plain about what we do.
Small to medium trees: our work
Tree trimming Quad Cities work on trees we can handle safely: removing lower branches, clearing deadwood and light shaping.
- Free quote and clear scope
- Cleanup when we are done
- Call us at (309) 235-9237
Storm cleanups and bigger jobs
Small storm cleanups, such as broken limbs and fallen brush, are jobs we quote. For anything bigger or higher, call and describe it, and we tell you honestly whether it is a job for us.
- Small storm cleanups
- Honest answer before we start
- Call us at (309) 235-9237
Tree trimming Quad Cities: street trees, power lines and city rules
Check these before any tree trimming Quad Cities property owners book. Rules and fees change, so confirm with the source.
Davenport
The city asks owners to prune private trees to 8 feet above sidewalks and 14 feet above streets and alleys, and does not maintain private trees. To report a hazardous tree in the street or right-of-way, call 563.326.7923 (City of Davenport).
Moline
The city’s tree ordinance does not allow the public to do work on a woody plant on city property without prior written permission from the Park and Recreation Board or the City Forester.
Bettendorf and Rock Island
Each city sets its own rules for street trees and parkways. Call your city’s public works office before anyone cuts a tree in the right-of-way.
Power lines
Utilities tell homeowners to stay at least 10 feet from power lines and to call the utility for branches near them.
Oak trees
Oaks have a winter pruning window. See the season guide above before booking oak work.
Dead or storm-damaged trees
Cracks, a new lean or hanging limbs over the house are a job for a certified arborist first. For small broken limbs and brush, call us for a quote.
What is different about Wade's tree trimming Quad Cities service
What you get when you book our tree trimming Quad Cities crew, so you do not have to ask.
A free quote first
We quote the tree trimming job before any work starts and agree on which branches go.
Plain about limits
We work on small to medium trees and tell you honestly if a tree is not a job for us.
Tidy when we leave
Our customers notice that we clean up and blow off the walks and driveway.
Locally owned
Wade’s is your neighbor in Sherrard, not a national chain.
5.0 stars on Google
A 5.0-star rating from more than 100 reviews by Quad Cities homeowners and businesses.
One company all year
Lawn care and landscaping, leaf removal and gutter cleaning in the fall, and snow removal in winter.
Why Choose Us
How it works
- Request a free quote by phone or online
- We look at the tree and agree on exactly which branches go
- We trim and prune the tree
- We clean up and sweep when we are done
Tree trimming Quad Cities service areas
Tree trimming Quad Cities service for homes on both sides of the river.
Iowa
Illinois
Moline · Rock Island · East Moline · Silvis · Coal Valley · Milan · Preemption · Sherrard
Not sure your address is on our route? Call (309) 235-9237. Year-round, we also handle lawn mowing, leaf removal, gutter cleaning, junk removal and snow removal.
Why Choose Us
Tree trimming Quad Cities FAQ
How much does tree trimming cost in the Quad Cities?
Tree trimming Quad Cities prices depend on the size and height of the tree, how many limbs come off, how easy the tree is to reach and how much cleanup there is, so we quote every job for free before we start. Ask any company for a written estimate that says what is included, including cleanup and haul away.
What is the best time to trim trees in the Quad Cities?
Iowa State University Extension says the late dormant season, February through March, is best for most deciduous shade trees, and that early summer is also fine. Avoid pruning at spring leaf-out and fall leaf drop when you can (ISU Extension).
When should oak trees be pruned?
Iowa State University Extension says oaks should be pruned only in winter, December through February, because sap-feeding beetles that spread oak wilt are attracted to fresh cuts in spring and summer. If an oak has to be cut in warm weather, such as after storm damage, the cuts should be painted with latex house paint within 15 minutes (ISU Extension).
What is the difference between tree trimming and tree pruning?
People use the words together. Trimming usually means keeping a tree tidy, such as lifting low branches, and pruning means cutting for the tree’s health, such as removing dead or crossing branches. Our tree trimming Quad Cities work covers both for small to medium trees.
What size trees do you trim?
Our tree trimming Quad Cities service covers small to medium trees: removing lower branches, clearing deadwood and light shaping. Not sure whether your tree is a job for us? Call (309) 235-9237, describe it, and we will tell you honestly.
Do you do tree removal and stump grinding?
Our service is trimming and pruning of small to medium trees. Call (309) 235-9237 and describe the tree, and we will tell you plainly whether it is a job for us.
Should I trim branches near power lines myself?
No one should cut branches that are close to power lines unless they are trained for it. Utilities say to stay at least 10 feet away and to call the utility instead. If a branch is near a service line, call your electric company before anyone touches it.
Who is responsible for trimming a tree that hangs over the street or sidewalk?
In Davenport, the city asks property owners to prune private trees to at least 8 feet above sidewalks and 14 feet above streets and alleys, and says the city does not maintain private trees (City of Davenport).
Can I trim a tree that grows in the city parkway or right-of-way?
Usually not without the city’s permission. Moline’s tree ordinance, for example, does not allow the public to do work on a woody plant on city property without prior written permission, and Davenport tells residents to call 563.326.7923 about a hazardous tree in the street or right-of-way (City of Davenport). Bettendorf and Rock Island have their own rules, so call your city before touching a street tree.
How do I know a tree is dead or dangerous?
Look for large dead branches, cracks or splits in the trunk, mushrooms at the base, a lean that is new, and limbs hanging over the house. If you see trunk damage or a lean after a storm, do not wait. Call a certified arborist for an assessment.
Do you clean up after tree trimming?
Yes. Our tree trimming Quad Cities jobs end with cleanup of the cuttings and a sweep of the walks. If you also have a pile of old brush or debris to go, ask about our junk removal.
Do you offer tree trimming near me in Davenport, Bettendorf or Moline?
Yes. We serve Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline, Rock Island, East Moline, Silvis, Coal Valley, Milan, Preemption and Sherrard. Call (309) 235-9237 to confirm your address.
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