South Lyon’s Go-To Tree Pros
South Lyon’s got a lot of tree-lined character: groves of trees in neighborhoods like Lyon Ridge, smaller trees dotting downtown, (especially at the Corner Social at Lafayette and 10 Mile Road), and those newer homes in every direction still filling up with young trees. Plus, the housing is a healthy mix of old and new, which means mature oaks and maples vs. newly planted trees. Each needs their own special care. That’s why you need tree care experts in South Lyon, MI.
Ruben’s Tree Care has quickly become a staple in Southeastern Michigan, and it’s through the excellent service we provide our South Lyon neighbors. From our Wixom HQ at 2301 Evergreen St, we’re around 20 to 25 minutes away from most South Lyon homes. We’re right in your backyard and we’ve got your tree needs covered!
Tree Services We Offer in South Lyon, MI
We keep South Lyon’s private canopies safe and beautiful, from Huron Valley Rail Trail to managing storm-damaged limbs near Volunteer Park. Here’s what you can expect from the crew at Ruben’s Tree Service when you give us a call.
Tree Removal
Sometimes, despite everyone’s best efforts, a tree is beyond saving. When that happens, tree removal in South Lyon, MI, is the answer. Diseased, damaged, and any unwanted trees need to go. Our crew checks on the lean of a tree, the conditions of the roots, and how close it is to houses and/or fences, remove the tree and clean up after ourselves.
Tree Trimming & Pruning
Tree trimming in South Lyon, MI, deals with the overall growth and aesthetics of a tree. It’s great for trimming the canopy, preventing overgrowth that’ll encroach onto nearby roofs, improving clearance, and keeping it looking sharp all year-long.
Tree pruning in South Lyon, MI, is a much more health-focused approach towards tree care. It’s all about improving a tree’s health and setting it up for success: removing deadwood, helping a young tree grow better, and checking for any problems, like weak branches.
Tree Cabling & Bracing
But you don’t always have to remove a tree. In fact, with some structural support via cabling and bracing in South Lyon, you can keep a tree standing when the trunk’s still healthy.
For cabling, it’s a great way to deal with any problem branches and keep the tree from moving. It’s preferable when you see limbs stretching over a home, stems that move way too much in heavy winds. Bracing’s a great option when you want to keep a tree in your yard since it adds a lot of property value. Whenever a defect in a tree is manageable, this is a solid option to keep the tree.
Stump Grinding
Stumps in South Lyon have a way of lingering in yards, becoming tripping hazards, homes for pests that’ll eventually get to your other trees or even your home or business, and ultimately, a huge eyesore. Stump grinding in South Lyon, MI, is a quick, easy way to nix the stump above ground level and take your property back.
It’s a great way of reclaiming your yard, improving curb appeal, making mowing easier, and finishing up any tree removal job without any major excavation.
Emergency Tree Care
When trees shift, branches fall, storms pummel the canopy, and weather split trunks, you need a crew that’ll be there when you need us ASAP. We offer same-day response for tree emergencies (downed trees, storm-damaged trees, etc.) and coordinating safely with local utilities when power lines are involved. We’re available for dealing with those immediate hazards as well as storm cleanup after any major storm.
Commercial Tree Services in South Lyon, MI
We’re proud to support South Lyon businesses wherever and whenever they need us. With commercial tree services, we specialize in scheduled tree service with property management, HOAs, and business owners all over. Whether it’s Busch’s on Ten Mile or Corner Social, we’re on-call for any and all businesses.
We make sure that your customers get a great first impression of your business: we remove stumps, trim and prune, and remove any problem trees. Retail spaces downtown or offices; we serve them all!
Schedule Tree Services in South Lyon, MI, Today!
Ready to square away all your tree needs? Ruben’s Tree Service has become South Lyon’s go-to outfit for tree care in Southeastern Michigan, and we’re just a call away for all of our South Lyon neighbors. Want to remove a tree? Grind a stump? Or maybe you just want a tree to look a little better than it does. We’re your arbor aces in the hole!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to remove a tree in South Lyon?
Sometimes. It really depends on where the tree is. Is it just in your back yard? You likely won’t need a permit. But if the tree’s in the public right-of-way (e.g. between the sidewalk and the street), you can’t remove it or trim it without approval from the city.
Be sure to check the requirements at the South Lyon Planning & Building Department site, as well as your own HOA rules. Whatever the permit requirements, Ruben’s Tree Service can help you with pulling permits. Just part of the job!
What’s the difference between stump grinding and stump removal?
Stump grinding in South Lyon deals with grinding the stump just down to just below ground level (about 4-12 inches), while stump removal, as expected, is removing the whole stump and its underground root systems. Stump grinding will leave the roots to decay over the next few years, and it’s a cheaper option. But that also means you can’t plant a tree in that exact spot because of the roots. Talk to the Ruben’s Tree Service team; we’ll help you deal with your stumps!
How does winter weather affect tree health in South Lyon?
Winter weather’s a big problem for South Lyon trees, and it affects them in a few different ways. There’s winter dessication, which is when cold winter winds draw moisture out of leaves and pine needles. Since the ground’s frozen, the tree can’t replace the lost water, leading to browning foliage. Add to it our heavy winters and snowfall, which means branches have extra pounds of snow weighing them down. The Ruben’s Tree team can let you know about winter dangers and how to stay ahead of them.