Des Moines Tree Pruning Services

Let’s be honest—pruning is more than just snipping away branches. If done incorrectly, it can lead to rot, weak growth, and trees that resemble a tangled mess instead of the stunning focal points they should be. At Neat & Tidy, we specialize in targeted, structural cuts, ensuring your trees remain healthy, safe, and beautiful—without ever resorting to the dreaded topping.

Is Your Yard Suffering from These Issues?

Take a moment to check if your property has any of these common tree troubles:

• Branches scraping against roofs, gutters, or your beloved car?
• Low limbs obstructing sidewalks, driveways, or your gorgeous view?
• Deadwood hanging overhead posing storm hazards, or branches rubbing against each other?
• Overgrown laurels and privets that have morphed into hedge monsters?
• Fruit trees either producing no fruit or at risk of breaking their branches?
• Previous bad cuts or topping that now require a professional touch?

Quick Reminder: We do not work near primary power lines for safety reasons; those tasks need to be handled by the utility company. We’ll let you know if any coordination is necessary.

Our Pruning Process: What We Tackle and How

Here’s how we expertly handle various pruning tasks:

• Crown Cleaning: We remove dead, diseased, or rubbing limbs to boost your tree’s health and safety.
• Raising: Low branches? We lift them for clear sidewalks and driveways, making your property more accessible.
• Thinning (Selective): Increase airflow and light in your trees, reducing mildew while promoting stronger growth!
• Reduction (Not Topping): Shortening branches to laterals reduces wind resistance without compromising the crown’s integrity.
• Restoration: We’ll repair the damage from previous topping or bad cuts over a series of visits.
• Fruit Trees: We offer winter structure shaping and summer size control to ensure a bountiful harvest without broken branches.
• Hedges & Screens (laurel/privet/portuguese laurel/photinia): Crisp lines and tight shapes are our specialty—no scalping here.

Seasonal Pruning Schedule

• Winter (Leaf-Off): Ideal for structural work and identifying deadwood.
• Late Spring/Early Summer: Light reduction and clearance following the growth flush.
• Summer: Size control for vigorous growers like laurel and willow.
• After Flowering: Prune spring bloomers post-bloom to prepare for next year’s flowers.

Remember, we don’t use shears on trees; that’s for hedges. Our trees receive hand cuts at the collar—every single time.

Our Annual Maintenance Plan: Keeping Your Yard Stunning Year-Round

Enjoy a yard that dazzles every season with our annual maintenance plan, which includes:

• Clearance Reset: Ensures roofs, walks, and views remain unobstructed.
• Deadwood & Hazard Pass: Prepares your trees for storm season.
• Light Structural Tune-Ups: Minimal heavy cuts to keep your trees in peak health.
• Hedge Calendar: Maintaining tight screens without those unsightly bald spots.
• Fruit Tree Schedule: Winter shaping and summer thinning to ensure branches can bear fruit without snapping.

We’re a low-maintenance landscaping team. The goal? A clean structure today means fewer problems tomorrow!

Choose Your Service Cadence

Pick the schedule that best fits your needs:

• Quarterly: Enjoy spring and fall deep cleans, plus two tune-ups.
• Bi-Monthly: Ideal for fast-growing trees and hedges.

(Have big restorations or unruly hedges? Start with monthly visits for 60-90 days, then taper down.)

What’s Included in Our Annual Maintenance

With our annual maintenance, you’ll benefit from:

• A walkthrough & plan detailing targets, hazards, and necessary clearance.
• Clean cuts at branch collars—no painting or stubs left behind.
• Hedge shaping using string lines for perfectly straight edges.
• Fruit tree thinning, ensuring limbs can support fruit without breaking.
• Thorough debris chipping/hauling and meticulous hardscape cleanup.

The Importance of Annual Maintenance

Wondering why our annual maintenance is essential? Here’s the scoop:

• Safety: We tackle dead/hanging limbs and roof rubs before storms hit.
• Tree Health: Enhanced airflow and light lead to fewer diseases and pests.
• Structure: Early, small cuts are far more beneficial than late, big cuts (and those hefty bills).
• Aesthetic Appeal: Well-balanced crowns and crisp hedges significantly boost your home’s curb appeal!

Getting Started is Easy!

Here’s how to jump into our services:

1. Free Estimate: Send us some photos or organize a quick walkthrough for clear, upfront pricing.
2. Set Your Schedule: Choose between quarterly, bi-monthly, or monthly visits for hedges and fruit trees.
3. Prune Day: We’ll focus on targeted cuts, hedge shaping, fruit thinning, and a thorough cleanup.
4. Follow-Up: You’ll receive care notes and a plan for the next visit to keep growth on track.

Why Des Moines Residents Trust Neat & Tidy

Here’s why we’re the top choice for Des Moines homeowners:

• A local team that understands wind patterns, unique weather, and urban landscapes.
• Licensed & insured for your peace of mind.
• Transparent pricing—labor, chipping/hauling, and disposal included.
• We take pride in being punctual, respectful, and leaving your property spotless.
• Eco-conscious approach: We repurpose chips whenever possible, reducing landfill waste.

Ready to Have Trees that Look and Grow Right?

Call or text Neat & Tidy today for a customized pruning plan that protects both your home and your trees—no topping, no nonsense. Let us keep it tidy, so you can enjoy a beautiful landscape without the hassle!