(952) 447-7316 www.collinstreecare.com
7377 154th St, Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372
Equipment and Capabilities: Crane, Stump Grinder
Tree Services: Large Trees, Dead Tree Experience, Works Near Structures
Customer Experience: Affordable, Cleanup Included
Credentials and Trust: Long Established
Emergency and Storm: Quick Response
4.2 from 44 reviews
Crane-assisted removal for trees that can't be conventionally climbed or sectioned - ideal for extremely large, hazardous, or tightly situated trees.
Their crane capability lets them lift and remove massive trees in tight spaces, even over houses and near other structures. Customers in the Prior Lake area repeatedly describe crane-assisted removals as fast, precise, and safe, with crews arriving prepared and finishing with meticulous cleanup. They coordinate carefully—unloading equipment and moving vehicles to avoid disrupting traffic on hilly, curvy streets and to work around property features. Across jobs, the cleanup after crane work is praised as thorough, leaving yards cleaner than before.
Equipped with stump grinding machinery to eliminate leftover stumps after removal. Leaves your yard clean and ready for replanting or landscaping.
Stump grinding is performed with precision and care, a core capability in the Prior Lake area. They’ve ground out stumps from multiple large trees, including five ash trees infested with EAB, while keeping irrigation systems and surrounding landscaping intact. The work is consistently followed by thorough cleanup, leaving the yard cleaner after the job than before and minimizing disruption. Clients also note efficient, prompt service, often handling stump grinding and related removals in a single visit.
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.
Crane-assisted removal is a defining capability, enabling safe removal of massive trees even when yards are tight or structures are nearby. In Prior Lake, Minnesota, crews have tackled multi-tree projects in heavily wooded lots, including removing nine or more large trees in a single job, with equipment that can lift trunks over houses. They also handle near-structure work such as taking down ash trees infested with emerald ash borer, often coordinating multiple large removals while preserving surrounding landscaping, and they perform stump grinding as part of the service. The work emphasizes careful planning and thorough cleanup, leaving the yard tidy and ready for the next steps.
Specialists in the safe removal of dead, dying, or diseased trees. Dead trees are unpredictable - experience and caution matter.
Dead tree removal is handled with notable expertise, including taking down large dead oaks and ash trees infested with EAB, often using a crane to lift limbs and trunks over houses and obstacles. They consistently deliver on-site planning and precision, arriving on time, executing a clear plan, and completing cleanup with stump grinding to leave yards spotless. In Prior Lake, MN, customers report safe, efficient service with minimal disruption to property and landscaping, even in challenging conditions like high winds or hilly roads. Longstanding local presence and fair pricing are noted, with many relying on Collins Tree Care & Removal for ongoing dead tree needs and recommending them for reliability and quality.
Skilled at working in tight spaces where trees sit close to homes, fences, garages, or power lines. Precision removal without damage to surrounding structures.
Crane-assisted removals near structures are a defining capability, with crews lifting massive trees over houses as if they were toothpicks. In Prior Lake, MN, they plan meticulously and coordinate equipment to avoid disrupting traffic on hilly, curvy streets, even moving vehicles to keep lanes clear. They operate with strict safety and precision, navigating high winds and working around power lines and other structures to protect the property. Cleanup is thorough and efficient, leaving the yard cleaner than before and with minimal debris after near-structure work.
Competitive pricing without cutting corners. These arborists offer fair rates and transparent quotes, making professional tree care accessible for most budgets.
Affordable crane-assisted removals and stump grinding help Collins Tree Care & Removal address major tree work in the Prior Lake area without breaking the bank. Clients note very reasonable, fair, or competitive pricing, from same-day estimates to multi-tree removals in heavily wooded yards. They pair value with strong service—on-time crews, planned approaches, and cleanup that leaves the yard cleaner than before. With a long local track record and endorsements from Prior Lake homeowners, they combine affordability with experienced, safety-minded workmanship.
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 and performed to a high standard, with crews removing debris and grinding stumps so the yard looks tidy after the job. Customers consistently note that the cleanup leaves the yard cleaner than it was before they arrived, even after removing multiple large trees. The team works quickly and carefully on tight or heavily wooded properties, taking precautions to avoid damage and ensuring no mess is left behind. They also coordinate logistics to minimize disruption, such as unloading equipment efficiently and moving vehicles to keep access clear while protecting existing landscaping.
A business with years - often decades - in the community. Local reputation and deep experience speak for themselves.
Decades of service in the Prior Lake area illustrate a long-established capability to handle large-tree removal and complex cleanup projects, often serving the same homeowners for years. Customers repeatedly trust Collins Tree Care & Removal for significant work—from removing multiple large trees with a crane to precise stump grinding—while delivering prompt, careful service and thorough cleanup. The pattern of long-term relationships, multiple jobs per yard, and willingness to tackle challenging removals in wooded and near-structure settings speaks to deep local expertise and reliability. In the Prior Lake market and surrounding communities, they are consistently described as safety-conscious, professional, and fair, with a strong track record of getting jobs done right the first time.
Fast to answer calls and quick to schedule. Whether it's routine work or an urgent situation, these businesses don't leave you waiting.
In Prior Lake, Minnesota, Collins Tree Care & Removal is frequently praised for quick response, including same-day estimates and prompt scheduling. When on site, crews arrive on time, quickly formulate a plan, and tackle large removals—sometimes with a crane—delivering efficient, careful work. Across projects, customers describe the team as "in and out fast" with thorough cleanup that leaves the yard cleaner than before. Cleanup is repeatedly thorough and conscientious, with many mentions of minimal disruption to homes and gardens. A minority of feedback notes gaps in communication, such as missed calls or delayed follow-ups, tempering the otherwise strong responsiveness.