L&C Tree RemovalWhy dead ash can't wait
Ash trees killed by emerald ash borer don't just stand there harmlessly. The wood dries out and turns brittle fast — limbs snap without warning, and trunks can shatter during cutting. That makes dead ash one of the trickiest, most dangerous removals there is. It's also the work we do most, so we know exactly how to take them down safely.
Signs your ash tree is dead or dying
- Thinning canopy — bare branches at the top while the rest leafs out.
- Bark splitting or falling off in patches, sometimes with S-shaped tunnels underneath.
- Suckers sprouting from the trunk base — the tree's last-ditch effort.
- Woodpecker damage — heavy feeding means borers underneath.
How it works
Dead ash questions
How do I know if my tree is an ash?
Ash trees have compound leaves (multiple leaflets on one stem), opposite branching, and distinctive diamond-pattern bark. If you're not sure, text us a photo of the leaves and bark at (952) 495-5053 and we'll tell you.
Can a dead ash tree be saved?
Once an ash tree is dead, it's dead — treatments only work as prevention on living trees. A dead ash becomes brittle fast, which is why removal sooner is safer and usually cheaper than waiting.
Why is dead ash more dangerous than other dead trees?
Ash wood dries out and turns brittle very quickly after death. Limbs snap without warning and trunks can shatter during cutting, which makes dead ash one of the trickiest removals — and exactly why it's our specialty.
Do you grind the stump after removing a dead ash?
We can. Most dead ash jobs include cutting the tree to ground level; stump grinding is available on request — mention it when you call or text for your quote.
Serving the southwest metro
Dead ash removal in Shakopee, Chaska, Chanhassen, Eden Prairie, Prior Lake, Savage, Burnsville, Lakeville, Jordan, Carver, Victoria, Belle Plaine, Minnetonka, Bloomington, and nearby communities.