Tree Care in Stevens Point, WI

At First Choice Tree Care, Inc. in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, we provide a range of services, including tree planting, tree removal, landscape maintenance, and other related services for both residential and commercial properties. We are a locally-owned, full-service tree care company that is fully licensed and insured to operate in Stevens Point, WI, and the surrounding communities in the Greater Milwaukee area.

Some of our most popular tree and landscaping services include:

  • Treatment for Emerald Ash Borer infestation
  • Control of tree diseases
  • Maintenance of landscapes
  • Removal of trees and stumps
  • Planting of trees and shrubs
  • Trimming and pruning of trees
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Our team of certified arborists is dedicated to maintaining the safety, health, and beauty of your trees, shrubs, and other plants. With our expertise in insect and disease control and maintenance techniques, we can ensure year-round protection and optimal health for any tree you may have. As a tree removal company, we back our work with the strongest guarantee in the industry, providing effective solutions to any of your tree-related needs.

Tree and Stump Removal in Stevens Point, WI

Tree removal can be very dangerous and requires a high level of expertise. Every year, many people are injured or even killed while removing trees. To ensure safe and efficient large or small tree removal, you can trust our fully insured experts in Stevens Point, WI.

Stump removal
  • Safety concerns: Trees that have extensive trunk decay or severe root damage due to diseases or mechanical issues.
  • Declining health: Dead trees or dying trees.
  • Storm damage: Trees that have suffered major storm damage and cannot be repaired or pose a hazard.
  • Nuisance: Trees that drop excessive seeds, sap, or branches or attract insects such as boxelder bugs.
  • Construction: Trees that need to be removed to make room for new construction or home additions.
  • Landscape renovations: Trees that are not well-suited for their location or that could be damaged during major landscape renovations. Tree removal can also open up new vistas and eliminate competition for light and space.

We are happy to help you weigh other factors that may influence your decision to remove a tree.

After a tree is removed, the stump is typically left close to the ground. However, if you want the stump removed, our ISA-certified arborists can help. Taking out a stump can be hard work, but sometimes it's needed if the stump is blocking your view or doesn't look good in your yard.

Our Stevens Point, WI experts use powerful stump grinding machines to handle the entire process. We take care of notifying the utility locating service, repairing the site, and seeding grass after the stump is removed. We have the skills and tools to remove stumps safely and easily using stump grinding, which is the best and safest method.

Tree Pruning in Stevens Point, WI

Our Stevens Point, WI specialists offer tree and shrub pruning to enhance the appearance and health of your landscape. Our experts consider tree shape, appearance, longevity, and tree risks to ensure the success of your yard. Trust us to keep your plants beautiful and strong.

Our professional pruning services offer a range of benefits for your yard:

  • To prevent harm to you, your family, and your guests, remove dead or poorly attached branches.
  • Reduce the risk of future storm damage and falling limbs by pruning branches that are too close together or poorly attached, especially for trees near power lines, pedestrian paths, driveways, and buildings.
  • Improve the health and vigor of trees and shrubs by removing diseased, dying, crossing, rubbing, interfering, and competing branches. Proper pruning can increase a tree's life expectancy and help it resist attacks by insects and diseases.
  • Help young trees and shrubs develop strong structure and integrity through developmental pruning.
  • Enhance the appearance of your landscape with beauty and restoration pruning, including vista pruning, to open up views.
Worker pruning a tree

Our Stevens Point, WI experts can help you achieve your landscaping goals and keep your trees healthy and beautiful.

Planting

Our Stevens Point, WI ISA-certified arborists are experts in selecting the perfect tree or shrub species for your unique situation. We only choose the healthiest plants from Wisconsin's top growers, using cutting-edge research and technology to ensure proper installation. After planting, our team will provide you with all the information you need to care for your new tree or shrub. Leave it to us to handle the entire process with professionalism and care.

We guarantee that our hand-selected trees and shrubs will be true to species, variety, and size and will remain alive and attractive for one year after planting.

Landscape Maintenance in Stevens Point, WI

Our Stevens Point, WI landscaping experts provide comprehensive services to keep your property beautiful all year. We work with you to create a custom maintenance, planting, lawn care, and design plan to make your dream space a reality.

Landscaped lawn

Landscape services we offer include:

  • Seasonal clean-up
  • Planting, removal, and pruning
  • Bed design and renovation
  • Insect and disease control
  • Bed edging, mulching, and fertilizing
  • Weed control
  • Lawn de-thatching, aeration, and maintenance
  • Snow removal
  • Invasive plant removal and control
  • Irrigation system maintenance

Emerald Ash Borer Infestation

Have you ever heard of the emerald ash borer? This tiny beetle might not seem like much, but it's actually a highly destructive pest that poses a serious threat to ash trees. The emerald ash borer (EAB) is native to Asia. However, it was unknown in North America until its discovery in southeast Michigan in 2002.

Since then, the emerald ash borer has spread rapidly and has now been detected in 36 states and the District of Columbia. That's almost the entire United States! Infestations have been found in states from as far north as Maine and as far south as Louisiana. The beetle's spread has been helped by human activities such as the transport of infested firewood and nursery stock.

The damage caused by the EAB is significant. The beetle larvae burrow into the bark and feed on the living tissue underneath, disrupting the tree's ability to transport nutrients and water. This can lead to branch dieback, crown thinning, and, ultimately, the death of the tree. It's estimated that the EAB has killed tens of millions of ash trees in the United States alone.

To combat this destructive pest, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) works with First Choice Tree Care to detect, control, and prevent the spread of the EAB. This is done through a combination of methods, such as surveying for infested trees, quarantining areas where the beetle is present, and using insecticides to control populations. APHIS also provides information and resources to help individuals and communities take action to protect their ash trees.

So next time you see an ash tree, remember the threat posed by the emerald ash borer. By staying vigilant and taking action, we can work together to protect these important trees and preserve our forests for generations to come.

Experience the First Choice Difference

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Certified Experts

To enhance your landscape, prolong the life of your trees, and increase the value of your property, reach out to First Choice Tree Care today. Our top-notch tree care services and exceptional quality have earned us the reputation of being the preferred provider in Stevens Point and other Wisconsin communities for almost two decades.