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Balsam Tree & Shrub Care

Tree Service, Lawn and Yard Work, Landscaping,

About us

Commercial and residential tree and shrub care specialists. Celebrating 31 years of forestry experience. Family owned & operated by chuck & Megan Strike. Chuck has a bachelor in science in forestry. Megan has a landscape architecture degree. Megan is a specialist in native Minnesota trees, shrubs, woodland wildflowers, prairies, and birds. Travis strike is chuck and Megan son, and has over 11 years of experience in the family business. Leonard Bain is an arborist technician, trained by chuck strike himself, Lenny Bain is an expert operator and technician, Keith Casiday is a certified arborist, with a bachelor of science degree in urban forestry.

Business highlights

44 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Tree & shrub trimming & shaping. Stump removal. Insect treatment & prevention. Buckthorn removal. Lawn maintenance. Landscaping. Planting. Fertilization. Chipping.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Financing Available

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9121 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
94%
4
3%
3
0%
2
1%
1
2%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.7
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 51-75 of 121 reviews

Donna C.
06/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Arrived when promised with crew 4 or 5 did the work as promised and did a thorough clean up.
Description of Work: Every tree in my yard was trimmed or reshaped plus dead fir removed. I have used this company for 30 years.

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
$1,160

Dr. HAROLD B.
06/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They came promptly after I called, worked efficiently & neatly with 3 men, a bucket truck & wood chipper. I have been using them regularly for years!
Description of Work: Trimming live trees & removing dead 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
$1,100

Debra S.
05/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
All of the work they did was excellent. Chuck and Megan were extremely helpful and shared their expertise in evaluating what needed to be done. They had to come out multiple times because the job was so large, but were always here exactly when they said they would be and always called to update us on the project. With such a large job, there was always a lot of clean up, but every time they were here, their crew left the yard spotless. We would highly recommend them and will be using them in the future.
Description of Work: Balsam Tree and Shrub removed several very old and dying large trees (some very close to our house) and shrubs including a lot of buck thorn. They also removed all the large stumps so we could more easily replant with better plant species.

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
$3,000

Thomas P.
05/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Called Balsam Tree and set up time to assess job. Cam within 2 weeks and completed. Followed our instructions well. Cleaned up well.
Description of Work: Cut down 2 trees. Ground up 2 stumps.

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

Carol M.
05/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Very well! Work was done carefully! Clean up involved removing dead and unwanted trees along the parimeter of our property.
Description of Work: Removal of dead trees and 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
$3,700

Linda Kay S.
01/2015
5.0
lawn service, lawn treatment, tree service
  + 1 more
Workers were on time and pleasant to deal with. They asked my extension on exactly how we wanted things treated.
Description of Work: Trim and shape Japanese tree; jumper, fertilize arboretum, trim hydrangeas,

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
$2,131.79

MICHAEL M.
01/2015
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Very well - everything went well - all work completed competently.
Description of Work: Tree removal and stump grinding.

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

Rick M.
01/2015
5.0
landscaping
  + -1 more
Arrived before expected, prompt work, did good clean up. Pleasant to deal with.
Description of Work: Moved two trees

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$750

Dr. HAROLD B.
11/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They were on time, had the right equipment, and did a nice job. There were 4 people doing the job, and they did the work quickly and cleaned up afterwards. Price was in line with what they said, and I think it all turned out well.
Description of Work: I had tree trimming done. I have used them before.

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

Lloyd and Diane J.
10/2014
5.0
lawn service, tree service
  + 0 more
Everything was find. Four fellows came. We have had them for years.
Description of Work: Trim our huge trees and cleaned up limbs.

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
$750

Kirby S.
10/2014
5.0
lawn service, tree service
  + 0 more
All services were performed with a week of the phone call I made to them. I went to work and came home to find the work complete with no trace of leaves or branches around the yard. They are clearly very skilled at their profession. I've used them twice before and will definitely use them again.
Description of Work: I had a number of trees around the yard that needed attention. Some that were brushing on the siding of my house on the upper floor of a two story with a walkout and others that needed trimming to allow for easier mowing. I also had 18 Amur Maples that needed a touch up.

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

Stacey L.
09/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Megan came out and provided a detailed estimate of the work to be performed. Scheduling the actual work was a bit difficult due to equipment needing to be repaired and employee vacations. But Megan kept me clearly informed throughout, which I greatly appreciate.
Description of Work: Emergency storm damage tree trimming. Added in trimming and pruning of 3 other large trees to remove branches and prevent further tree issues.

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
$1,200

Thomas P.
08/2014
5.0
lawn service, tree service
  + 0 more
They always do their work exactly as ordered and after they are finished, there is no evidence that they were there except for the work that was done.
Description of Work: They have trimmed trees, removed hazzard trees and cleaned up fallen trees for us.

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
$361

Suzanne H.
08/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Megan came and took pictures of ash trees that were looking sick. Suggested treatment with fertilizer. Trimmed locust trees affecting roof. She has followed up to check on impact on ash trees
Description of Work: Fertilize two large ash trees and trim 2 locust 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
$1,250

Wayne L.
08/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I have used Balsam Tree Svc for years and they are still the most competent people I know.
Description of Work: Trim dead branches and fertilize tree roots

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
$200

Kimberly C.
08/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Service was performed on time. Per estimate, all done professionally. Meaga and Chuck Stike are easy to work with and knowledgeable.
Description of Work: Tree trimming, tree removal, and fertilized 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
$1,000

Keith G.
08/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
Small weed trees need to be removed from the wetland behind our house several times during the year in order to maintain the water view. I have done this in the past but have decided to contract this work out. Balsam Tree & Shrub was doing some work in my neighbors yard and I asked for a quote for the work, including removal, which they provided on the spot. Several weeks later I called and asked if they could do the work when they're in the area. Several days later they called and scheduled the work for the next day. Two gentlemen showed up on schedule and reviewed what was to be done. Upon completion they came to the door and asked if we wanted to check their work and make sure they hadn't missed anything. I couldn't have been more pleased with their work, appearance or courtesy and will use them again!
Description of Work: Cleared small weed trees out of the wetland behind the house.

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
$315

John R.
07/2014
5.0
landscaping, tree service
  + 0 more
Came and did a great job taking down a tree for us that was in a challenging location. The fee was very reasonable for the level of difficulty.
Description of Work: Tree removal

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
$300

JACQUELINE P.
07/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I couldn't as for better service. The estimate was accurate, they worked around my travel schedule, turned up promptly and accomplished exactly what we had discussed. In addition, the crew also removed an additional branch from a large tree in the back yard. A great bunch to work with.
Description of Work: they trimmed a huge American Linden in my front yard

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
$850

Cloda H.
07/2014
5.0
lawn service, tree service
  + 0 more
3 men worked for 1 hour and 15 minutes to do the work.They were careful about not injuring the lawn in their work and clean up. Travis gave us advice on pumping needs later and when to schedule.
Description of Work: Cut down large split section of a willow tree. Cut up large limbs and took them from back lawn to street, to wood chipper. Trimmed a bark tree and a fir tree and disposed of cutting.

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
$380

Peter C.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
The utilities were flagged promptly and the stump removal done soon after. The work was good.
Description of Work: Stump girding on 4 stumps.

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
$550

Rick H.
06/2014
5.0
landscaping, mulch, tree service
  + 1 more
Chuck and Meghan are truly experts. They do great work, but also provide expertise on how to care for more than 50 oak trees on our property.
Description of Work: Tree removal, shrub cutting and trimming and mulch delivering.

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
$3,000

Gene J.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They spent significant time on first visit (estimate) to advise and prepare a plan for trimming trees and making our yard look its best.
Description of Work: Tree trimmed approximately 10 large trees in our yard.

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
$1,400

RICHARD R.
06/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
They did a great job as usual. We have used them many times.
Description of Work: Trimmed trees and removed one tree and hauled 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
$1,600

Sharon S.
02/2014
5.0
tree service
  + -1 more
I have used this arborist only for the last 10 years. Expert work in trimming trees. Removal of tree was done well and clean up was complete.
Description of Work: Removed tree, trimmed 2 other trees,checked on elm being treated for dutch elm disease.

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
$800

Contact information

16131 Norell Ave N, Saint Croix, MN 55047

www.balsamtreecare.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
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Service Categories

Tree Service,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Landscaping,
Lawn Fertilization & Treatment,
Hauling,
Mulch and Topsoil,
Lawn Mower & Power Tool Repair,
Lawn Irrigation,
Firewood

FAQ

Balsam Tree & Shrub Care is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Balsam Tree & Shrub Care accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Financing Available
Yes, Balsam Tree & Shrub Care offers free project estimates.
Yes, Balsam Tree & Shrub Care offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Balsam Tree & Shrub Care does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Balsam Tree & Shrub Care offers emergency services.
No, Balsam Tree & Shrub Care does not offer warranties.
Balsam Tree & Shrub Care offers the following services: Tree & shrub trimming & shaping. Stump removal. Insect treatment & prevention. Buckthorn removal. Lawn maintenance. Landscaping. Planting. Fertilization. Chipping.

Contact information

16131 Norell Ave N, Saint Croix, MN 55047

www.balsamtreecare.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 7:00 PM