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Top-Rated Tree service pros in Van Meter - Updated Nov 2026

Cro Outdoor Services, LLC
4.7(
34
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For BusinessTree Trimming+3 more

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys did a fantastic job! We had used their services after the derachio and when it came time for tree trimming again, no question who to call! Prompt and professional, they went above and beyond what I expected. Professional tree work and excellent clean up. Reasonable rates. I highly recommend Cro Outdoor services!"
Tree removal
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Unique Tree Service
5.0(
15
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The Unique Tree service did a great job! They responded right away. Made a visit other same day to look the project over. Gave me a good estimate. Got the job done within two days. Just like they said they would."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Torres Painting
5.0(
48
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Tree RemovalTree Stump - RemoveTree Stump - Remove - For Business+1 more

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was looking to have a large, dying, pine tree removed and a friend recommended Torres Tree Service. I gave them a call they came out and took a look at the tree. They gave me a very reasonable quote, especially considering the tree was next to a power pole, with power lines and cable lines running through the branches. I set up a time a week later for them to come remove it. They showed up early, consulted with me about the process, what I wanted hauled away and what I wanted to keep, and then they got to work. They had the tree cut down, the yard cleaned, cut the trunk into moveable size pieces, and even put them in my backyard for me as I requestedin less than 2 hours. The quickness, quality, and safety of their work was extremely impressive. I highly recommend Torres Tree Service and will definitely use them in the future if I need more trees removed or trimmed."
Staining Work
Staining Work
Staining Work
Staining Work
Staining Work

+8

Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by32%of homeowners
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LNE Property Preservation
4.5(
21
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Tree RemovalTree Removal - For Business

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The thing I very much appreciated about Luis was his communication. He stated a time he would be here and honored that. He did not pressure me but gave me the information I needed to make a decision on what I wanted. He did a wonderful job on all we discussed and got my approval along the way. I would definitely hire this company in the future and recommend them to my friends."
dog house
dog house
old door
Doors
deck

+35

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Tree Service FAQs, answered by experts

White vinegar does not kill ivy on trees because its acetic acid concentration is not high enough to overpower it. Vinegar is an effective herbicide for weeds and other plants, but not for the strength of most ivies, including poison ivy and English ivy. You should use an herbicide to kill ivy, such as one with glyphosate, imazapyr, or triclopyr.

The best tools for tree removal include a chainsaw for large trees, an ax for notching and cutting down small trees, and a wedge to help control the direction a tree falls in. A hatchet can be useful for very small trees, but won’t be effective for medium to large trees. 

A tree can split because of high winds, a change in temperature, or from an infestation or tree disease. All of these factors can overlap, making a single cause difficult to pinpoint. While winter storms are some of the most common causes for a tree to split, it can also happen because of termites or rot.

Yes, it’s possible to overwater a newly-planted tree. Daily watering is great for the first few weeks, but it’s important not to go overboard. Excessive watering can lead to various problems, including root rot, fungal diseases, and a lack of root development.

Since each tree is different, it’s impossible to say how long a dead tree can remain on your property. While it could be days, months, or even years, it’s highly likely that, at some point, the tree will fall. In the meantime, dying or dead trees can become a haven for pests, so it’s best to have them removed sooner rather than later.

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