Arbor Pro Tree Service
Open day and night, every day, the company removes trees, prunes and trims, and grinds stumps. Towns served include Moline, Rock Island, Silvis and East Moline.
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Storm and tree damage in Quad Cities (Davenport)
Arborists and roofers for storm damage.
11 pros in Quad Cities (Davenport)
The Quad Cities still carry the memory of the August 10, 2020 derecho. MidAmerican Energy said about 50,000 to 55,000 households were without power on each side of the river, and trees and power lines came down in Davenport around 2 p.m. That history shapes how you hire for storm and tree damage here. Start with who owns the tree. In Davenport, the tree ordinance says abutting property owners must not remove public trees growing in the City right-of-way without prior authorization of the City Arborist, so ask any crew whether the tree sits on your lot or on city land. The Iowa Insurance Division explains that a licensed contractor has passed exams and met other requirements, while a registered contractor has only given contact information to a government authority. Ask which one you are dealing with, and get written estimates from at least three contractors before you agree to roof repairs or removal.
Big River Tree Service
Opened in 2021, the company handles tree removal, trimming and pruning, and storm and stump work. Hours run all day and night from Monday to Thursday and on Sunday, closed on Saturday.
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QC Arbor Care LLC
Hazard tree assessment, storm damage and stump grinding are part of the work. Financing is available, and Orion, Silvis, Milan and East Moline are also towns it covers.
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Stickmans tree service, LLC
Its removals cover hazardous and storm-damaged trees, along with stump grinding. Saturdays and Sundays are covered day and night.
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Wade’s Property Services, LLC
A lawn care company that also removes and trims trees, with snow clearance among its other services. Weekday hours only, and it serves Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline and Rock Island.
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Cully’s Tree Service
Based in Port Byron, the firm removes trees, trims branches and grinds stumps. Davenport is in its service area too.
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Dittmer Tree Service
Family-owned, with service available at all hours, it covers tree removal, trimming and stump grinding, including storm damage. Towns include Davenport, Bettendorf, Eldridge and Muscatine.
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2 Brothers Tree Care Inc.
Family-owned and based in Geneseo, the company removes trees, prunes and trims branches, and grinds stumps. Free estimates are offered.
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Bieniek Tree Service – Tree Contractor, Tree Service, Tree Stump Removal Service, Tree Care
Its work centres on tree removal and stump grinding, and emergency service is also offered. Davenport is the town it covers.
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JC Landscape & Maintenance
Service is offered in English, Spanish and French, and the warranty runs one year. The company is based in Eldridge and also offers emergency tree work and snow clearance.
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Hyme’s Tree Service
Storm damage and emergency removals are part of its work, and it operates every hour of every day. Family-owned, it is based in Bettendorf.
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What to know in Quad Cities (Davenport)
NOAA's 1991-2020 normals for the Moline Quad City airport station give January a mean daily maximum of 31.8°F, a mean daily minimum of 14.8°F, and 28.7 days with a minimum at or below 32°F. They also give 5.2 days with a minimum at or below 0°F.
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Davenport lets owners of a single-family dwelling do new construction, remodelling or renovation without a contractor licence. The city says this exception does not apply to mechanical, electrical or plumbing installations.
MidAmerican Energy says the August 10, 2020 derecho left more than 280,000 customers without power across Iowa and Illinois.
Before you hire
For a tree near power lines, call your utility first: only a utility-certified arborist should work within 3 m of the wires.
Ask which permits the job needs and who will get them; your municipal building department can tell you before work starts.
Ask about liability insurance and workers’ compensation cover before anyone works on your roof or property.
Questions about hiring in Quad Cities (Davenport)
Can I remove a tree in front of my Davenport home myself?
It depends on who owns it. Davenport's tree ordinance says abutting property owners must not remove public trees growing in the City right-of-way without prior authorization of the City Arborist. Check with the city before any cutting, and ask a contractor to confirm in writing which side of the line the tree is on. City of Davenport (municipal code) (source, opens in a new tab)
What is the difference between a licensed and a registered contractor in Iowa?
The Iowa Insurance Division says a licensed contractor has passed exams and met other requirements. A registered contractor has only given contact information to a government authority. Ask any contractor which status applies, and ask for proof of it before you sign anything or pay a deposit. Iowa Insurance Division (source, opens in a new tab)
How many quotes should I get after a storm?
The Iowa Insurance Division advises getting written estimates from at least three contractors. Compare them line by line: what is being removed, whether stump grinding and hauling are included, what roof repairs cover, and who handles clean-up. Be cautious of anyone who pushes you to decide on the spot. Iowa Insurance Division (source, opens in a new tab)
What should a tree or storm clean-up quote include?
A quote should be written and name the work site, the trees or roof areas covered, and whether debris removal is included. It should also state the start date, any permit needed, and proof of insurance. If a tree may be on city land, ask who contacts the city.