Omaha's Ash trees are under siege, and the window to act is shorter than most homeowners realize. Great Plains Tree Care has spent years on the front lines of this infestation, and we know what separates a tree that survives from one that doesn't—timing. The earlier you call, the more options you have. Wait too long, and those options disappear.
You can elect to have infected trees treated or removed.
Understanding your options starts with knowing what you're dealing with. Emerald Ash Borer treatment through trunk injection can save a healthy Ash tree before the infestation progresses beyond recovery. A trunk injection is a common treatment.
The stumps will be left behind.
The infected Ash tree is the public hazard, not the stump. The City of Omaha has elected to remove the trees but not the stump. You can elect to have the stump ground down; however, you will be responsible for the cost of the stump grinding.
The Emerald Ash Borer is an invasive species that can cause trees to become weak and brittle once it has infiltrated Ash trees. This infestation is as deadly as any Ash tree disease, and it progresses silently. The beetle spends its most destructive phase as a larva beneath the bark, feeding on the tissues for years before the damage is visible. The affected Ash trees become unstable, so the trees themselves present a hazard.
When Ash tree removal becomes necessary, the City of Omaha coordinates the process, but homeowners still have choices about treatment timing and stump management. Acting early on Emerald Ash Borer prevention is the only way to avoid removal entirely, and treated trees can remain healthy contributors to your property and neighborhood for decades.
Not every tree service in Omaha has the experience or certification to handle this kind of work properly. Great Plains Tree Care does. Our arborists have worked through this infestation across hundreds of Omaha properties, and we bring that depth of knowledge to every estimate and every job.
If your tree is still in the early stages, Emerald Ash Borer treatment through trunk injection is a proven way to stop the damage and protect your investment. If severe infestation has already taken hold, we'll walk you through what comes next—without the runaround. Homeowners dealing with Ash tree removal deserve a clear process, fair pricing, and a crew that shows up prepared.
The City of Omaha has a plan. We help you work within it and get the best possible outcome for your property.
For the proper completion of the job, Great Plains Tree Care studies and continuously rehearses the most advanced techniques involving tree safety in the industry.
For your peace of mind, we are properly certified, licensed and insured.