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Fall is here, and with the cooler temperatures and changing leaves, now is a great time to get your property ready for the upcoming winter months. As plants begin to go dormant, this is a good time to clean up perennial beds, remove spent vegetation, and take care of any last-minute pruning and landscaping needs before the ground freezes.


On the tree front, fall is an excellent time to address dead, damaged, or hazardous trees. We continue to see an increase in dead ash trees and trees that have been weakened or damaged by summer storms and wind. With the leaves coming off, problem areas can also be easier to identify. Taking care of these trees now can help prevent unexpected damage during winter winds and heavy snow.


Fall is also a great time to look ahead and get on the schedule for tree removals, trimming, and other landscaping projects. We have some availability for fall work and are beginning to look ahead to winter and early spring projects as well. If you have a tree or landscaping project you've been putting off, now is a good time to get it taken care of before winter arrives.

Fall and Winter

Oak Wilt

Oak wilt season is winding down, but now is a good time to keep an eye on your oak trees for signs of trouble. Watch for leaves that curl, turn brown, or fall earlier than usual, or a tree that seems to lose its canopy prematurely. 


Fall and winter are also a good time to plan ahead for oak tree trimming and removal before the next oak wilt season begins.

Ash Borer

Ash borer continues to be the most prevalent pest killing trees all over Minnesota.  Infestation is easy to identify and typically ends in the tree being removed.  I am happy to help you in identifying and assessing your ash trees to see if they have been affected. 

Tree Selections

Thinking about replacing a tree or adding a new one? Fall and winter are a great time to plan ahead. Consider the space you have, the mature size of the tree, and the variety of trees already in your neighborhood. Choosing a variety carefully can help reduce the spread of pests and diseases and prevent future problems. And please reconsider the Autumn Blaze maple—I continue to see more failures from wind due to its weak structure. I’m always happy to help with tree selection and landscape planning.

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Lawn Maintenance

Lawn Maintenance

Lawn Maintenance

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Mowing services are available on a weekly or on an as needed basis, call or text me for a quote or to schedule a service.

Tree Removal

Lawn Maintenance

Lawn Maintenance

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Whether you have a tree on your house that poses a safety risk or need Tree Removal to clear space for new construction, our experienced tree company can handle it for you. 

Stump Grinding

Lawn Maintenance

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Any stump, in any place.  Stumps can take forever to decompose and can be an obstacle in your landscaping.  Not only can we grind the stump, but we can do the restorative work needed to make it look like it was never there.

Emergency Tree Services

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If you have a tree emergency, such as a fallen tree or a tree on your house that poses a danger to your property, I am available 24/7 for emergency tree services.  I am a certified with crane rigging and rope rigging to safely remove the tree from buildings and other property.

Snow Removal

Brush Removal

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Winter is right around the corner, and we are offering snow removal services to help keep your driveway and property clear and accessible throughout the winter season. Contact us to get on the snow removal list before the first big snowfall!

Brush Removal

Brush Removal

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Overgrown areas don't need to be a headache. Let me take the brush out of your way.  I can cut and clear all brush filled areas and we can transform them into useable spaces.  Buckthorn and tree of heaven treatments are available to help with regrowth.

Alex the Tree Guy: Your Local Full Service Tree and Landscap

Help to manage your perfect outdoor space.

From trees to lawns and snow, our tree company is your one-stop shop for all your outdoor projects. With a personalized touch, we offer expert tree service to help you manage everything from landscaping to tree removal, including addressing any concerns like a tree on house situations. Call or text anytime for a quote for all of your outdoor needs.

Tree projects and other FAQ

Many tree and landscape projects, including tree removal and stump grinding, can be completed in one or two days. As an experienced arborist, I often find that one to three tree removals are handled quickly, typically within this time frame. My goal is to complete each tree service efficiently, removing all debris and equipment as swiftly as possible to minimize the inconvenience that arises from the messy nature of the process. Many past customers have inquired if my tree company can handle a variety of projects, including brush removal, landscape maintenance, and even deck repair. The short answer is usually yes. By focusing on being a one-stop shop for all outdoor needs of homeowners and businesses, I have developed strong relationships with customers who rely on scheduled landscape maintenance and contractors, connecting them with homeowners looking for specific project needs.

Large tree stump surrounded by greenery in a residential garden.

Stump grinding with restoration

Restorative service is available after stump grinding has been completed by a professional tree company. Just a reminder that not all companies, including some arborists, will inform you that stump removal can leave behind mountains of wood chips in certain cases.

Restored area after removal of a giant six foot stump along side of a driveway.

Stump replaced with a 50/50 blend of compost and topsoil.

The area after the restoration follows the removal of a six-foot stump adjacent to a driveway, performed by a professional tree service. The experienced arborist from the tree company ensured that the stump was removed safely, preventing any potential issues, such as a tree on house situation.

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