Lora W.
February 21, 2024 · Better Business Bureau
Review highlights (summary, not a quote)
- ✓Professional tree trimming
- ✓Knowledgeable employees
- ✓Efficient service
- ✓Thorough cleanup
- ✓Positive overall experience
Lake County · North Shore · NW Cook County
Expert tree care.
Protecting what matters.
Tree removal, trimming, crane-assisted removal, stump grinding and 24/7 emergency storm response for homes and businesses from Libertyville and Mundelein to Lake Forest, Highland Park and Winnetka.
Google Reviews
5.0
52 Google reviews
Better Business Bureau
A+
BBB Accredited Business · BBB Rating
Family-Owned & Operated
Fully Licensed & Insured
Village Trusted
20+ Years Experience
About Sawvell
A healthy tree is a safe tree.
Sawvell Tree Service is a family-owned, professional tree care company serving Lake County and the North Shore. With over 20 years of experience, we handle everything from routine trimming to complex crane removals for residential and commercial properties.
We're fully licensed, insured and bonded, with a certified arborist on staff and BBB accreditation. Every tree, property and job is different — and above all, we take pride in exceptional customer service.
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What we do
Our tree services
Tree Trimming & Pruning
The best way to keep trees happy, healthy & safe.
Tree Removal
Safely removing & clearing dead or dangerous trees.
Crane-Assisted Tree Removal
Precision lifts for large trees in tight spaces.
Stump Grinding
Grinding down stumps for a cleaner-looking landscape.
24/7 Emergency & Storm Service
When storms hit, trees don't wait — and neither do we.
For HOAs, villages & property managers
Commercial services
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On the job
Verified customer feedback
Our reputation speaks for itself.
Real experiences from homeowners who have trusted Sawvell Tree Service with their properties.
Betty B.
November 17, 2023 · Better Business Bureau
Review highlights (summary, not a quote)
- ✓Repeat customer
- ✓Consistently good service
- ✓Professional employees
- ✓Excellent cleanup
- ✓Strong recommendation
Storm damage or fallen tree?
We respond fast — 24/7 emergency service. Don't wait.
Tree Care Resources
Expert advice from the Sawvell team
Helpful tree care advice, maintenance tips, and professional insights for homeowners throughout Northern Illinois.
Tree Trimming
🌳 PROJECT PRUNING TIME IS HERE!
Tree trimming from the Sawvell Tree Service team in the beautiful town of Hawthorn Woods.
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Tree Care Tips
What Does a Certified Arborist Do That a Regular Tree Cutter Doesn't?
Most homeowners can see when a branch needs to come down, but tree care often involves questions that are harder to judge from the ground. Is a thin canopy caused by disease, root stress, storm damage, or normal…
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Tree Removal
Does Removing a Tree Increase or Decrease Property Value?
Trees are often one of the most valuable visual features on a residential property. A mature canopy can provide shade, privacy, seasonal color, and a sense that the landscape has been established for years. At the same…
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Proudly serving Northern Illinois
Lake County, the North Shore and nearby northwest suburbs of Cook County — residential and commercial.
- Lake Forest
- Lake Bluff
- Highland Park
- Winnetka
- Glencoe
- Kenilworth
- Evanston
- Libertyville
- Vernon Hills
- Gurnee
- Mundelein
- Lake Zurich
- Grayslake
- Northbrook
- Mount Prospect
- Arlington Heights
- & surrounding areas