Employee Spotlight: Keyly Hernandez

Certified Arborist

Ivan’s Tree Service is a family business that works closely together to take on day to day challenges. Tree work is a challenging and dangerous industry. We continually invest in ongoing training and education to keep our employees and clients safe. Keyly has been an integral part of the ITS team and is working hard…

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What is a certified arborist?

Spring is finally here and what better time than Spring Cleaning to tackle your yard.  Most homeowners have trees in their yard that need maintenance, from tree pruning, tree trimming, tree removal, or stump removal, and other landscaping.  Tree care and maintenance can be dangerous and are best suited for professionals – like a certified…

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Twin Cities Tree Service for HOA’s

HOA

The appearance of your HOA grounds plays a significant role in property value, attracting and retaining buyers, and providing an appealing experience for residents. Tree service is often a property managers biggest expense. It’s important to take the time to research landscape and tree service vendors before signing a contract. Facility managers are often pulled…

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COVID-19 Response

Friends, Family, and Customers,  We want to be transparent about how we are handling this situation.  The Tree Care Industry Association (TCIA) and the International Society of Arboriculture have deemed tree care as an “essential business” by providing the following services: Providing hazardous tree and limb removal services Providing utility line clearance Providing storm clean…

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How to Know if Your Tree is Dying

Dying tree trunk with mushroom growing up the side

You may have a tree, or a few trees, in your yard that are concerning you. Maybe they lost their leaves too early in the season. Maybe they don’t look as healthy as they used to. You may find yourself wondering, “Is my tree dying?” Honestly, it can be hard to know what’s going on without the knowledge of a certified arborist. We’ve put together a list of things to look out for when you’re assessing the health of your tree.

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How Do I Prepare My Trees for the Seasonal Change?

Seasonal Tree Services

The summer is ending and fall will be here before we know it. The harsh summer heat, drought, wildlife, insect infestations, and more, can cause trees stress during these warmer months. Through professional evaluations, regular pruning, and attention to water and shade, you can protect your trees from summertime damage. However, cooler temperatures can bring…

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How Do I Know When to Trim My Trees?

Trimming should be part of your tree’s regular maintenance program. Cleaning out weak, diseased, or dead limbs on a routine basis improves the look and safety of every tree in your yard. Trimming trees can be a dangerous task that should be overseen by experienced arborists. Here are a few signs to indicate when it’s…

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How Do I Prepare My Trees For Spring?

Spring Tree

The snow is melting, bulb plants are starting to bloom, and the temperatures are (finally!) warming up, which means spring has almost arrived. Each unique property reacts differently to the beginning of spring, and if you’re unsure how to spot potential issues with your trees and shrubs, consult with a professionally trained arborist to get…

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Is it Better to Grind a Stump or Remove it?

Stump Grinding

Winter and spring storms can cause irreparable damage to your trees. Whether your tree has been cut down or has fallen over, the stump will need to be removed. There are a couple methods to taking care of a tree stump: stump grinding and stump removal. Learning about both methods will help you determine which…

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