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August 16, 2025September 9, 2025

Edwardsville Tree Removal by Riverbend Tree Service

Owning an Edwardsville home with mature trees provides beauty, shade, and a sense of permanence. However, an unmaintained, diseased, or weak tree in Edwardsville is more than a nuisance. Hiring a professional Edwardsville tree removal company is essential in your property’s safety and your neighborly relations. A neglected tree can fall without warning, causing significant property damage and creating complex legal and financial issues.

The Dangers of Neglect and Neighborly Disputes in Edwardsville, Illinois

When a tree on your property falls onto a neighbor’s yard or house, it’s not a simple “my tree, my problem” scenario. In most cases, if a healthy tree falls due to a natural event like a storm, your neighbor’s insurance is responsible for their damages. However, this dynamic changes completely if the tree was diseased, dying, or visibly weak and you, as the Edwardsville homeowner, had prior knowledge of its condition. If your neighbor can prove that you were negligent in maintaining a hazardous tree, you could be held liable for the damages*. This can create lasting animosity and financial headaches that could have been avoided with proactive tree care. Getting a professional to remove a problem tree isn’t just about protecting your own Edwardsville area property; it’s about being a responsible, considerate neighbor.

(*Disclaimer: Riverbend Tree Service does not provide legal advice, and recommends that you contact a reputable law firm in case any of these scenarios have occurred).

Edwardsville, Illinois Trees: Common Threats to Riverbend Property

Edwardsville, Illinois, is home to a diverse range of trees. Some of the most common species include pin oaks, sweetgums, silver maples, and various ash species. While these trees are integral to the region’s landscape, some can be particularly damaging to property. Silver maples, known for their rapid growth, have weak wood and are prone to breaking during storms. Their aggressive root systems can also crack sidewalks, driveways, and foundations. Sweetgums are infamous for their spiky, hard seed pods (often called “gumballs”) which are not only a nuisance to clean up but can also be a slipping hazard. Furthermore, the ash tree population in Alton has been decimated by the invasive emerald ash borer, leaving behind a vast number of dead and dying trees that are extremely brittle and dangerous.

Proactive tree care is the best way to safeguard your home and your relationship with your neighbors. Professional arborists can identify and safely remove these hazardous trees, ensuring your property remains a safe and beautiful space for everyone.

Riverbend Tree Service serves the Edwardsville and Glen-Ed areas, including Madison County. RB Tree Service has is expertise in removing trees in Edwardsville. Keep looking around for the Piasa Bird logo for local events and local news stories!

August 16, 2025September 9, 2025

Alton Tree Removal by Riverbend Tree Service

Owning an Alton home with mature trees provides beauty, shade, and a sense of permanence. However, an unmaintained, diseased, or weak tree in Alton is more than a nuisance. Hiring a professional Alton tree removal company is essential in your property’s safety and your neighborly relations. A neglected tree can fall without warning, causing significant property damage and creating complex legal and financial issues.

The Dangers of Neglect and Neighborly Disputes in Alton, Illinois

When a tree on your property falls onto a neighbor’s yard or house, it’s not a simple “my tree, my problem” scenario. In most cases, if a healthy tree falls due to a natural event like a storm, your neighbor’s insurance is responsible for their damages. However, this dynamic changes completely if the tree was diseased, dying, or visibly weak and you, as the Alton homeowner, had prior knowledge of its condition. If your neighbor can prove that you were negligent in maintaining a hazardous tree, you could be held liable for the damages*. This can create lasting animosity and financial headaches that could have been avoided with proactive tree care. Getting a professional to remove a problem tree isn’t just about protecting your own Alton area property; it’s about being a responsible, considerate neighbor.

(*Disclaimer: Riverbend Tree Service does not provide legal advice and recommends that you contact a reputable law firm in case any of these scenarios have occurred).

Alton, Illinois Trees: Common Threats to Riverbend Property

Alton, Illinois, is home to a diverse range of trees. Some of the most common species include pin oaks, sweetgums, silver maples, and various ash species. While these trees are integral to the region’s landscape, some can be particularly damaging to property. Silver maples, known for their rapid growth, have weak wood and are prone to breaking during storms. Their aggressive root systems can also crack sidewalks, driveways, and foundations. Sweetgums are infamous for their spiky, hard seed pods (often called “gumballs”) which are not only a nuisance to clean up but can also be a slipping hazard. Furthermore, the ash tree population in Alton has been decimated by the invasive emerald ash borer, leaving behind a vast number of dead and dying trees that are extremely brittle and dangerous.

Riverbend Tree Service serves the Riverbend area including Alton and Greater Madison County. RB Tree has a strong presence in this area and is supportive of community organizations. Keep looking around for the Piasa Bird logo for local events and local news stories!

July 22, 2025July 31, 2025

Elsah Illinois Affordable Tree Service

As Elsah Illinois affordable trimming and affordable tree service provider, Riverbend Tree Service is equipped to handle unique tree demands throughout the Jersey Township in every season. Our professionals understand proper trimming techniques in Jersey County that promote healthy growth and structural integrity.

Our goal is to make your Elsah trees more resilient against the elements. Riverbend Tree Service offers seasonal pruning to remove dead or weak limbs, reducing the risk of property damage or injury.

In the aftermath of a severe storm, our RB Tree emergency response team is ready to assist with tree removal and debris cleanup, providing peace of mind when you need it most.

In this instance in June, unstable weather patterns caused a number of tornadoes throughout St. Louis and The Metro-East. Riverbend Tree Service was working for retired professor Dr. Cornelius in Elsah. The groundskeeper for First Church of Christian Science not too far away called RB Tree because a tree was blown into the top of the church roof and a power line. Riverbend Tree donated time and labor to help this small church community.

Riverbend Tree is always willing to provide annual service agreement for Elsah Illinois residents who need routine tree care. It is important to stay on top of your tree maintenance. Routine care will allow Riverbend Tree to always be managing the growth and decline of trees of a property. Well-cared-for trees enhance curb appeal, increase property value, and provide generations of enjoyment.

Give Riverbend Tree a call, your partner in Elsah tree services. We will be enthusiastic to offer expert advice and reliable service throughout the year. Whether you choose to use our services or a competitor’s services, we hope that your trees stand tall and strong, contributing to the beauty and health of your Elsah home in Jersey County, Illinois.

View our gallery of tree service work in Jersey, Riverbend, Glen-Ed and Greater Metro-east Saint Louis.

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025

An Tumultuous Afternoon of Tossed and Twisted Trees

St. Louis Area including Metro-east Illinois are Impacted by Friday Tornado; causing widespread storm damage

May 16, 2025

Event Summary:

According to the National Weather Service, on the afternoon of Friday, May 16, numerous severe thunderstorms developed over Missouri and tracked northeast. A significant tornado touched down in Clayton around 2:41 PM and rapidly intensified as it moved through northern St. Louis. The National Weather Service rated this tornado as an EF3, with maximum sustained winds reaching 152 mph. The tornado’s path continued across the Mississippi River into Illinois, impacting Venice, Granite City, and Pontoon Beach, before finally lifting near the SIU-Edwardsville campus. (Source: https://www.weather.gov/lsx/05_16_2025)

Impact on Trees:

The EF3 tornado’s powerful winds caused widespread and severe damage to trees throughout its path. The damage can be categorized into two main types:

Trees Uprooted: Many trees were completely uprooted due to the force of the wind. This occurred when the wind’s pressure on the tree’s canopy exceeded the anchoring strength of its root system. The saturated ground from previous rainfall likely exacerbated this, making the soil softer and less able to hold the roots. The uprooted trees likely had their root systems partially or wholly removed from the ground.

Trees Snapped: In numerous instances, the tornado’s winds were strong enough to snap tree trunks and large branches. This type of damage was often seen in both hardwood and softwood species, with the snapping point varying depending on the tree’s health, species, and the wind’s intensity at that specific height.

The extent of the damage varied across the tornado’s path, with areas experiencing the highest winds (EF3) suffering the most severe tree damage. Reports indicate that entire sections of some neighborhoods were significantly altered, with formerly tree-lined streets now open and exposed. The damage was not limited to residential areas; parks, and other green spaces also sustained substantial losses. Although this tornado’s intensity lessened as it crossed the river into Illinois, there were still reports of significant damage throughout Madison County in the following areas:

Power Lines: Fallen trees and branches brought down numerous power lines, causing widespread power outages across the affected areas.

Roads: Many roads were blocked by fallen trees, hindering emergency response efforts and disrupting transportation.

Property Damage: Trees fell on homes, cars, and other structures, causing significant damage. In some cases, trees penetrated roofs and walls, leading to extensive structural damage.

Debris: The tornado generated a large amount of debris, including broken branches, splintered wood, and uprooted root systems, complicating cleanup efforts.

Understanding and Comfort for Homeowners:

We understand that this is an incredibly challenging time for homeowners affected by the tornado. The sight of downed trees, damaged property, and the disruption to daily life can be overwhelming. It’s important to remember that you are not alone, and resources are available to help you through this process.

The cleanup and recovery process will take time, but communities are resilient. Neighbors, local organizations, and government agencies are working together to clear debris, restore services, and provide support.

A large area of the areas affected, are areas we serve. As part of our commitment to the communities impacted by last Friday’s storm system, we are offering a 25% discount on storm damage tree cleanup services to homeowners in the affected areas. We hope this will help ease the financial burden of the recovery process and allow you to focus on rebuilding and healing.

Our services include:

Tree removal (including fallen and hazardous trees)

Branch and debris removal

Stump grinding

Emergency tree services

Please reach out to us for assistance. We are here to help you restore your property and your peace of mind. If you ever have a tree emergency, we offer Emergency Tree Service 24 hours a day – seven days a week.