16 Ash Trees Removed and Cleaned Up at Elkhorn Lake Near Spicer

Ash trees are a problem across Minnesota right now. Once they start declining - whether from emerald ash borer or just age - they don't stay standing safely for long. Dead and dying ash trees become brittle fast, and that means falling branches, unpredictable drop zones, and real liability for property owners near homes, roads, or water.

This job at Elkhorn Lake near Spicer was a big one. Sixteen ash trees, all removed, stumps ground down, and the entire area cleaned up. That's not a small ask. A job that size takes the right equipment, a solid crew, and a plan to make sure everything gets done safely and efficiently without leaving a mess behind.

Stump grinding is something a lot of people forget to factor in until after the trees are down. Leaving stumps in place is an eyesore at best and a tripping hazard or pest magnet at worst. Getting them ground out right away is the cleaner, smarter call - especially on a lakeside property where aesthetics and usability matter.

What we take pride in is finishing the job completely. Not just felling the trees and calling it done. The whole area gets cleaned up so you're not left picking up the pieces after we leave. From the first cut to the final cleanup, the goal is always to hand the property back better than we found it.

Ash tree issues are widespread in this part of Minnesota, and a lot of property owners are dealing with the same situation right now. If you've got ash trees showing signs of decline, getting ahead of it before they become a hazard is the right move.