(612) 987-6394 nickstreeservicemn.com
5141 Lakeland Ave N Unit #1, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55429
Equipment and Capabilities: Crane, Stump Grinder
Tree Services: Works Near Structures, Large Trees, Dead Tree Experience, Cabling Bracing, Stump Removal
Specialty Expertise: Works Near Power Lines
Customer Experience: Affordable, Cleanup Included
Emergency and Storm: Quick Response
At Nick's Tree Service, we pride ourselves on dependable, honest and professional services with a growing number of repeat clients and customer referrals. Whether it is tree trimming, tree care, or other tree services to improve the look of your property we get the job done right. Nick's Tree Service is not affiliated with Nick's Tree & Landscape.
4.0 from 33 reviews
Crane-assisted removal for trees that can't be conventionally climbed or sectioned - ideal for extremely large, hazardous, or tightly situated trees.
Crane-assisted removals are a defining capability, allowing safe removal of large trees and heavy limbs even in tight spaces or near structures. Customer feedback repeatedly cites the boom truck as essential for big jobs, such as a huge Chinese Elm and a large cottonwood, with careful crane setup and crew coordination. The service can tackle yard constraints like fenced back yards, as shown when a 125-year-old Silver Maple was removed from a fenced yard with professional, property-respecting work. They often work with an on-site crane or crane company, reflecting seamless crane logistics integrated into efficient tree care. When the crane is used, jobs are completed quickly and cleanly—examples include removals finished in under two hours with debris cleared and stumps ground out.
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is a core capability, with clients noting that stumps are ground after tree removals and the area is left clean. In several jobs, they go beyond grinding by hauling away the chips and even backfilling the area with black dirt to restore the yard. They tackle large, challenging stumps efficiently, using the right equipment to finish big jobs quickly and minimize disruption. The team shows care for surrounding structures and property, emphasizing safe operation and thorough cleanup after stump work.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
Near-structure work is a core strength, with crews regularly removing branches that sit above roofs and over garages. They protect adjacent structures by bracing trees before drops and carefully timing cuts when limbs lean toward fences or neighboring yards. Large removals near buildings are accomplished with cranes or boom trucks, enabling controlled falls and efficient, thorough cleanup. They also handle proximity to power lines with safety and practicality, including clearing electric lines when needed and offering practical cleanup options that save time and money.
Experienced handling oversized trees - tall, wide, or heavily branched. Removing or trimming a large tree requires specialized skill and equipment, and these pros have both.
Large-tree removals are a clear strength, with Nick's Tree Service frequently employing crane or boom truck setups to handle big specimens while safeguarding homes and yards. In the Minneapolis area, they’ve tackled multi-tree jobs and notable single trees such as a 125-year-old Silver Maple in a fenced yard, a very large Chinese Elm, and a 6-foot-diameter Cottonwood near neighbors’ property, often grinding stumps and hauling away debris as part of the package. Reviewers describe the crews as professional, efficient, thorough, and respectful of property, with strong cleanup and competitive pricing that many customers cite as a reason to reuse the service. A minority report issues with quoting and scheduling, but the large-tree work itself is consistently highlighted as capable and well-executed, even in challenging near-structure or line-clearance scenarios.
Specialists in the safe removal of dead, dying, or diseased trees. Dead trees are unpredictable - experience and caution matter.
Dead and dying trees, including large specimens, are tackled with swift, thorough removal and stump grinding to restore the yard. They regularly deploy heavy equipment such as cranes or boom trucks for trees near roofs, fences, or power lines, and they use careful bracing and planning to prevent damage. Cleanup is comprehensive—stumps ground, debris hauled away, chips removed, and soil replaced with black dirt—leaving the property cleaner and better looking. Customers note competitive pricing, fast quotes, and a professional, friendly crew that works efficiently and respects the property. In urgent situations, they respond quickly, sometimes arriving within an hour to secure and remove a fallen tree.
Installs steel cables or braces to support weak branch unions, co-dominant stems, or leaning trunks - extending the life of a tree you don't want to lose.
Cabling and bracing are used to control the fall of large trees and protect property during removals. Customers repeatedly note the crew’s careful handling near structures, such as branches that hovered above roofs, demonstrating professional and respectful work around homes and fences. One reviewer specifically highlights that they were “careful to brace the tree falling so it didn't damage our lawn,” underscoring a deliberate safety approach. The team also demonstrates capability with the right equipment, including crane and boom truck, enabling efficient, controlled work on huge jobs and thorough cleanup.
Full stump extraction, root and all - not just grinding. Ideal when you need the area completely cleared for construction, landscaping, or replanting.
Stump grinding is routinely included with tree removals, with customers noting that stumps are ground down in their yards as part of the service. They also remove the resulting chips and can lay down black dirt to restore the area. Cleanup is consistently praised, with crews leaving properties neater than before and working efficiently around structures and sensitive areas. Across jobs in the Minneapolis area, clients reference competitive pricing and dependable, professional crews.
Trained and equipped to work near energized power lines. This specialized work requires specific qualifications - not every company should attempt it.
Power line work is a clear strength for Nick's Tree Service, with evidence of electric line clearances during removals in Minneapolis. They deploy heavy equipment like boom trucks to reach tall branches near lines or structures, enabling safe, controlled work in tight urban yards. When lines are involved, they offer practical cleanup options for customers to handle parts of the work themselves, often saving money. Overall, reviews describe prompt, professional, and careful execution around power lines and property, with thorough cleanup and minimal disruption in Minneapolis settings.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Competitive pricing and affordable options are a defining strength, with customers frequently highlighting how Nick's Tree Service provides very competitive quotes and even beats other bidders. They handle large and challenging jobs quickly and safely, often using a crane or boom truck and working carefully around structures and utilities. Stump grinding, debris removal, chip haul-away, and soil backfill are regularly included, leaving yards cleaner than before. Budget-conscious customers appreciate flexible approaches, including guidance on do-it-yourself cleanup to save hundreds while still getting prompt service. In short, affordability in Minneapolis is paired with reliable, thorough tree removal, pruning, and cleanup delivered by a teamwork-focused crew.
All debris - branches, logs, and brush - is hauled away as part of the job. No pile left behind for you to deal with.
Cleanup is included as a core part of every Nick's Tree Service project. After removals, customers report stump grinding, debris removal, and hauling away chips, with some jobs also receiving black dirt backfill to fill holes. The crews consistently clean up the site thoroughly and quickly, leaving yards cleaner and often better looking than before, even when working around roofs, fences, or nearby structures. Clients describe the work as efficient, respectful of property, and with a noticeable commitment to a spotless finish.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
Prompt scheduling and rapid on-site response are consistently highlighted in feedback, with customers noting quick quotes and fast mobilization in the Minneapolis area. Responders often arrive within an hour of contact and carry out trimming or removal efficiently, with thorough cleanup afterward. For larger jobs, Nick's crew coordinates with crane or boom truck operators and begins work promptly, delivering progress quickly. Many jobs are completed in a few hours, sometimes under two, with debris cleaned up so the yard looks better than before. Across Minneapolis-area projects, the pattern shows a dependable, fast-response service that minimizes disruption while delivering professional workmanship.