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Total Tree Care

Tree Service, Firewood, Snow Removal

About us

Total Tree Care of Iowa City is a full-service tree company specializing in residential & commercial tree care in Iowa City, North Liberty, Mt Vernon and other surrounding communities. We offer expert care for your trees that leaves them safe and beautiful, and specialize in difficult crane extractions. Owner Seth Bihun is a professional climber using the best of climbing techniques and equipment to expertly sculpt existing trees or bring even the most challenging trees down in a safe and efficient manner. Our ground crew always places a priority on protecting your property and respecting the surrounding landscape. We are fully insured and provide free estimates. Please call us today and let us help make your trees a work of art. Family owned and operated.

Business highlights

30 years of trusted experience
LGBTQ+ Friendly
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Tree and shrub pruning, repair or removal. Low impact practices using turf protection mats. Crane or manual removals. Certified arborist on staff. Stump grinding

Services we don't offer

We do not provide power line clearance.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Financing Available

Reviews

4.814 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
79%
4
7%
3
7%
2
0%
1
7%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.6
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.5
punctuality
4.6
Showing 1-14 of 14 reviews

Steve F.
06/2024
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The showed up when scheduled, did the job better than I expected, and really did a nice job of cleaning up after they were finished. Will recommend to my friends
Description of Work: Took down dying Ash tree and stump, removed a few branches from silver maple, and cleaned up my Cedar tree damaged by the heavy snows

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,350

Catriona M P.
02/2016
5.0
firewood, tree service
  + 0 more
unknown
Description of Work: We purchased firewood.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

kris B.
06/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: trimmed a huge elm tree. it was fun to watch and they love what they do.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Carolyn H.
02/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Everything was fantastic!
Description of Work: Had a very large tree fall on my home - He immediately came over, assessed the damage, then removed the tree the next day. Was very professional and knowledgeable.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,000

Deb B.
09/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
We had 3 large trees that all needed to be removed due to carpenter ant infestation. They had a crane large enough to lift the branches over the house, so they didn't need to drive over the grass to get to the one in back. They were very professional and even though it took a couple of months to get to our trees due to various storms in the area, they did the job fast and with no damage and the cleanup was great. The job was done in the rain in one day.
Description of Work: Multiple tree removal

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,350

Cristi G.
08/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Seth has been taking care of my trees since 2008. Knowledgeable and helpful. Very professional. Highly recommend this company!
Description of Work: Trim oak and maple trees

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Ethan H.
01/2014
3.0
firewood
  + -1 more
I've had tree trimming and firewood delivered on previous occasions but on most recent call I requested a delivery of firewood. It's been almost 3 weeks and no return call or email. No issues with previous service but not impressed this round.
Description of Work: Firewood

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
3.0


Jeff M.
01/2014
4.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The request I submitted via the online service request form generated a quick reply email that indicated they would come and provide an estimate as soon as they could, but it also said they were running behind on the estimate process and it might take a few weeks. That was OK with me, as the trees did not have to be trimmed in a tight time frame. However, 6 weeks later I had not received an estimate and I had to contact them again. They did send an estimator out very quickly after that, and the price quoted was fair for the work I wanted. I approved the estimate and they scheduled the work approximately 2 weeks later. But, the scheduled day had very bad weather, so the date was pushed back, and then pushed back again when weather did not cooperate (winter weather can be very tricky for performing tree work, so I was not surprised). When the crew did arrive, they were extremely professional and worked quickly, doing an excellent job. We discussed some of the questions and suggestions they had, and they seemed to take great care in making sure they did what I wanted and did not take out too much. They cleaned up everything before they left and I was quite pleased with the work overall. I would use this vendor again.
Description of Work: Trimmed a large pin oak and small crab apple tree in front yard. The pin oak branches were growing too close to the house and there were some dead branches that needed to be removed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Marilyn K.
02/2013
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They were so fun. They climb the trees themselves. They had about six people come out. We live on a wooded lot. Someone would shot an arrow with rope on it up and then another people would climb up to saw off the limbs. We have a lot of Oak trees. We found out that a neighbor let us know our Oak trees should be treated since his Oak tree had Oakwilt. Seth came out to look at the trees. He recommended a specialit to see if our trees needed to be treated as well. There was no charge for his advice. They do not provide the service to treat trees. He has just been very helpful.
Description of Work: We had a lot of trees trimmed. They cut them all into firewood; and left them in 3-4 big firewood piles. It was $250 an hour for four crew members. They ended up doing 8 hours of service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000

Simone D.
11/2012
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The company understood the urgency of the problem and came promptly first for an estimate and shortly after for performing the work that was needed. At the time of the estimate I received a complete explanation of alternatives, best course of action and specifics about materials to be used (The cable). The installation of the cabling was done swiftly and with expertise. Contact and work was done by Seth in a professional and amiable manner.
Description of Work: Seth installed a cable around trunks of a large pine tree damaged during a thunderstorm.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

Dan S.
09/2012
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did really nice work for me!
Description of Work: I hired them for tree service.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Robyn C.
06/2012
1.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I emailed Total Tree care for an estimate and with some questions. They answered my email within 3 days but, 2 weeks later and they still have not come out of provided an estimate. I even sent them a follow up email asking why they do not answer my emails but they still have not contacted me. I called Happy Valley tree services and they came out the very next day and were very professional.
Description of Work: Request for estimate

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


John H.
09/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
A+++
Description of Work: We had a giant old (125 years according the Iowa State Extension service) that was dying and dangerous (very near our house and neighbors). Seth and his crew removed the entire tree in about an hour and half. They brought in a lot of equipment and got the job done quickly and professionally. They also cleaned up after themselves which is great when removing trees. I would and am planning to use them in the future!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Dana E.
06/2011
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I originally called Quality Care about the trees, but when I explained to them the location of the trees on our lot, they referred me to Seth at Total Tree Care because Quality Care no longer had a tree climber. I called and left a message for Seth and he returned my call within a few hours. I gave him our address and told him I had marked the trees with an X. Within a few days, I received a written estimate that was right in line with what we had paid for removal of other trees on our lot. I called to schedule the service and was given a date approximately 6 weeks later. It was explained to me that if they were in the area on other jobs, they might get to us quicker. Less than 2 weeks later, the trees were down. I was home for 20 minutes before I noticed they were gone because Seth and his team did an excellent job removing the debris and they didn't tear up our yard or plantings. They did a great job.
Description of Work: Seth removed two trees from our yard, including one that was very dead and too close to our house for comfort. I had been told by other tree service providers that the tree close to our house would be difficult to remove. But Seth had no challenges. The other tree sat at the edge of a wooded area on our lot. I thought it could just be laid over into the wooded area, but Seth saw that other perfectly health trees were too close and downing the dead tree into the area might damage those trees. He and his team brought the tree down and cleaned up all the debris.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$450

    Contact information

    2958 Rustic Ridge Rd NE, Iowa City, IA 52240

    www.IowaCityTree.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed

    Licensing

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

    *Contact business to see additional licenses.


    Service Categories

    Tree Service,
    Firewood,
    Snow Removal

    FAQ

    Total Tree Care is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: Closed

    Total Tree Care accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available
    Yes, Total Tree Care offers free project estimates.
    Yes, Total Tree Care offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Total Tree Care does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Total Tree Care offers emergency services.
    No, Total Tree Care does not offer warranties.
    Total Tree Care offers the following services: Tree and shrub pruning, repair or removal. Low impact practices using turf protection mats. Crane or manual removals. Certified arborist on staff. Stump grinding
    We do not provide power line clearance.

    Contact information

    2958 Rustic Ridge Rd NE, Iowa City, IA 52240

    www.IowaCityTree.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    Closed