Hansen's Tree Service - St. Louis & Lake of the Ozarks

09/05/2026

🌳 Is your tree losing its bark?

Peeling or falling bark can be part of a tree’s natural growth, but it can also point to a more serious problem. Weather stress, pests, disease, physical damage, and internal decay can all affect a tree’s bark.

Take a closer look if you also notice exposed wood, cracks, holes, sawdust, mushrooms, dead branches, or thinning leaves. These signs may mean the tree needs professional attention.

Our latest blog explains what bark loss can mean, which trees naturally shed their bark, and when St. Louis homeowners should be concerned.

Read more:

🔗 https://www.hansenstree.com/disease-pest-prevention/why-are-my-trees-losing-their-bark-what-st-louis-homeowners-should-know/

Not sure whether your tree’s bark loss is normal? Hansen’s Tree Service can help identify the cause and recommend the right next step.

Why Are My Trees Losing Their Bark? What St. Louis Homeowners Should Know

08/31/2026

🌳 Big trees can create big problems when storms roll through.

Mature trees may look strong, but hidden decay, weakened roots, poor branch structure, or previous storm damage can make them more likely to fail under heavy rain and strong winds.

Warning signs can include:

⚠️ Dead or hanging branches
⚠️ Cracks in the trunk or major limbs
⚠️ Mushrooms or decay near the base
⚠️ Exposed or damaged roots
⚠️ A sudden or increasing lean

You cannot prevent every storm, but routine inspections and proactive tree care can reduce the risk of falling limbs, property damage, and emergency removals.

Learn why mature trees fail during storms and what you can do to prepare:

🔗 https://www.hansenstree.com/emergency-tree-care/why-mature-trees-fail-during-storms-and-how-to-prevent-it/

Do not wait until severe weather exposes a hidden weakness. Contact Hansen’s Tree Service to have your trees professionally evaluated.

Why Mature Trees Fail During Storms and How to Prevent It

08/29/2026

🌳 A tree can look healthy and still pose a hidden risk.

Weak branch attachments, internal decay, root damage, and structural problems are not always easy to see from the ground. A professional Tree Risk Assessment can help identify these concerns before a branch falls or an unstable tree causes damage.

During an assessment, a trained arborist evaluates the tree, its surroundings, and anything that could be affected if part of the tree fails. Based on the findings, they can recommend the right next step, whether that means pruning, continued monitoring, treatment, or removal.

Learn what a Tree Risk Assessment includes and why it can be an important part of protecting your property:

🔗 https://www.hansenstree.com/home-tree-care/what-a-tree-risk-assessment-is-and-why-you-should-get-one/

If you are concerned about a tree on your property, do not wait for the next storm to reveal the problem. Contact Hansen’s Tree Service to schedule a professional evaluation.

What a Tree Risk Assessment Is and Why You Should Get One

08/28/2026

Rooted in Love 🌳💍

One is up in the tree removing rogue branches. The other is on the ground providing deep root fertilization. Together, Arthur and Kelsey are the perfect match for a healthy tree… and for life.

These two lovebirds are getting married soon! Please join us in congratulating our future newlyweds. 💚

08/24/2026

🌱 BIG TREE REMOVAL SHOULDN’T DESTROY YOUR LAWN.

Hansen’s new Palfinger M13A98 Loader Grapple Truck brings serious power without bringing unnecessary chaos to your property.

Its 32-foot reach allows us to grab, cut and lift large logs while the truck stays on the street or driveway. That means:

🌳 Fewer heavy machines crossing your yard
🌳 Less risk of ruts and damaged landscaping
🌳 Faster cleanup and fewer hauling trips
🌳 Less noise and less time on your property
🌳 Greater efficiency, which can mean savings for you

It can even lift large timber over fences, flower beds and other obstacles with precision.

Big trees. A lighter footprint. A Hassle Free Quote.

08/21/2026

750+ FIVE-STAR REVIEWS. THAT’S A LOT OF HAPPY NEIGHBORS.

We are proud to be trusted by homeowners, custom home builders, and some of the largest builders in the St. Louis area.

We are also grateful for more than 750 five-star Google reviews from customers who trusted us with their trees, homes, and properties.

That kind of trust is not built through dramatic marketing claims, interpretive dance, or a man shouting beside a piece of heavy equipment.

It comes from doing good work, treating people fairly, and cleaning up when the job is finished.

Planning a project on a wooded property? Call Kenny and let’s take a look.
📞 636.379.1830

08/19/2026

MATT: THE MAD SCIENTIST OF MULCH

Matt is grinding it out every day. Literally.

As our master of tub grinding, he the first step in turning tree removals into refined, finished mulch that makes landscapes and curb appeal pop. He runs the big equipment with the skill of a seasoned operator and the focus of a mad scientist obsessed with the perfect mix, match and mulch.

Thank you, Matt, for keeping Hansen’s tree cycling operation mulch-nifigant and proving that one tree’s ending can become one very good looking flower bed.
Now that is Tree-Mendous!

08/17/2026

A LITTLE PLANNING CAN SAVE A LOT OF TREES

Selective land clearing starts before the equipment ever arrives.

Which trees are healthy? Which ones could become a problem during construction? Where will equipment need to travel? Which trees are worth protecting?

These are not especially glamorous questions, but neither is watching a beautiful oak get damaged because nobody thought about where the concrete truck would drive.

Hansen’s combines land-clearing experience with urban forestry knowledge to help homeowners and builders make smarter decisions before construction begins.

08/14/2026

BRIAN: THE MAN WHO KEEPS HANSEN’S ROLLING
🎶 On the road again... 🎶

Thankfully, we never have to wait long. Master Mechanic Brian wields his grease monkey skills with the speed and stealth of a long tailed macaque swiping a snack from an unsuspecting tourist.

He is fast. He is resourceful. He usually has a mischievous grin stretched from ear to ear. Most importantly, he keeps our trucks, equipment and crews moving down the road.

Thank you, Brian, for being the kind of teammate everyone enjoys working with and the mechanic who keeps this whole operation rolling. You are truly Tree-Mendous!

08/13/2026

That’s a lot of sticks in the air!! 🤠