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A close-up of a tree trunk receiving a micro-injection directly through the bark. The injection is a slightly yellow fluid.

Comparing Macro-Infusion vs. Micro-Injections

It’s important to compare macro-infusion vs. micro-injections to ensure you’re giving your trees the most appropriate care—Great Plains Tree Care explains.

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A tree stump sits solo in the yard of a property. There are exposed root systems and twigs around it.

How Old Tree Roots Create Grade-Level Sinkholes

Removing an old tree can solve an immediate problem above ground while leaving a much larger structure hidden underneath the soil. Mature trees develop extensive root systems that once carried water, nutrients, and structural loads throughout the tree, and those roots don’t disappear when crews remove the trunk. Over time, buried woody material starts to

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A broken tree trunk bent over in the snow. The entire tree is coated in a layer or wet snow, causing structural failure.

Preventing Winter Storm Structural Tree Failures

Winter is coming and that means tree damage or failures are just around the corner. Learn a few prevention trees to preserve your property’s legacy.

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A close-up of a tree trunk on a cold tree. The tree has no leaves and the trunk is showing signs of damage.

Understanding Municipal Codes for Dead Ash Removal

Dead ash removal requires more careful observation and attention than many people are prepared for. Understanding municipal codes is the first step.

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A beautiful home in a suburb with a lot of trees around the property, including smaller ones in the front yard.

How To Identify Deep Root System Soil Compaction

Deep root system soil compaction doesn’t knock on your front door and let you know it’s here. It will, however, give you warning signs. Learn to identify them.

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A close-up of a lopper blade wrapped around a branch for pruning. The tree trunk itself is relatively thin.

Why Dormant Pruning Protects Structural Integrity

Protecting the structural integrity of your property’s trees requires a little more than water and sun. Great Plains Tree Care discusses dormant pruning.

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A small family home set back off the road a ways. The morning sun shines bright through the trees around the yard.

Safely Removing Trees Close to Home Foundations

Removing trees that are too close to a home’s foundation means understanding the specific methods in detail. Explore how to safely remove trees.

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A decaying tree stump with holes in the top from a pest infestation. Half of the stump is cut down near the grass.

How Decaying Tree Stumps Attract Pest Infestations

A decaying tree stump can attract all kinds of problems, including pest infestations that lead to more severe problems—Great Plains Tree Care elaborates.

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A residential street with a fallen tree laying across the road. The ground appears wet from a strong storm.

Safe Power Line Tree Clearing Rules for Homeowners

Protect your legacy and your property with safe power line tree clearing rules. We’re going into detail for homeowners looking to save their trees and homes.

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I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

Great Plains tree care truly impresses every time! They came out and removed a large spruce tree and removed a large amount of deadwood from my ash tree. They cleaned up as if they weren’t even here! They have now done all the trees on my property and they all look amazing!! I would highly recommend to anyone looking for quality work at a very reasonable price.