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Professional Tree Care Services in Omaha, NE
Terry Hughes Tree Service has been a trusted name in Omaha's tree care industry for over 50 years. Founded on principles of expertise, safety, and customer satisfaction, our certified arborists specialize in comprehensive tree and plant health solutions. We offer a full range of residential and commercial services including precision pruning, hazard reduction, Plant Health Care programs, and emergency tree removal. Our team's dedication to ongoing education ensures we stay at the forefront of arboricultural advancements while maintaining our status as Nebraska's first nationally accredited tree care company. By combining cutting-edge techniques with personalized service, we help property owners preserve the beauty, safety, and value of their landscapes. Our commitment to environmental stewardship is reflected in our root zone therapy methods and sustainable land-clearing practices.With state-licensed pesticide applicators and specialized equipment for challenging removals, we tackle projects of all sizes with professional expertise. The company's reputation as a top 20 U.S. tree care provider by the Tree Care Industry Association underscores our industry leadership and customer-focused approach. Our mulching services utilize locally sourced materials processed through our certified IPEMA playground mulch program, ensuring both environmental responsibility and safety standards. Through decades of service, we've built lasting relationships by consistently delivering reliable, transparent, and ethically guided tree care solutions.
Services
Tree Pruning
Insect Control
Plant Health Care
Tree Removal
Root Zone Therapy
Landscape Bed Maintenance
Land Clearing
Tree Installation
Emergency Services
Mulch Supply
Highlights and features
- Certified arborists with 50+ years of local tree care experience
- Nebraska's first nationally accredited tree care company
- Custom Plant Health Care programs for residential and commercial properties
- State-licensed pesticide applicators with integrated pest management expertise
- IPEMA-certified playground mulch with documented safety standards
Associations and certifications
- Tree Care Industry Association
Services
Tree Pruning
Our certified arborists perform precision pruning following national standards to enhance tree health and structure. We offer crown cleaning, thinning, raising, and vista pruning while maintaining natural growth patterns. Each project prioritizes long-term tree vitality through proper branch selection and cutting techniques.
Plant Health Care
This comprehensive program includes seasonal inspections, pest monitoring, and targeted treatments for trees and shrubs. Our licensed technicians implement early intervention strategies using integrated pest management to maintain plant vitality and prevent severe infestations through proactive care.
Tree Removal
Our certified team safely removes hazardous or dying trees using specialized equipment for minimal property impact. We handle complete stump removal and debris processing, with options for mulching or site restoration. Emergency removal services address storm-damaged or immediate hazard situations.
Root Zone Therapy
Using compressed air excavation, we diagnose and correct root system issues without damaging plant structures. This non-invasive approach identifies girdling roots, compaction problems, and soil health concerns while preserving tree stability and nutrient absorption capabilities.
Landscape Bed Maintenance
From mulch installation to bed edging and debris removal, our services enhance landscape aesthetics while improving soil health. We offer custom-blend mulches processed from local hardwood materials with optional pre-emergent weed control applications for seasonal landscape protection.
Questions
What tree services do you offer for residential properties?
We provide pruning, removal, Plant Health Care, root zone therapy, and emergency tree services for residential clients in Omaha and surrounding areas.
Are your arborists certified professionals?
Yes, all our lead technicians are certified arborists with ongoing training in the latest tree care techniques and safety standards.
Can you handle commercial tree maintenance?
Our commercial services include annual health programs, large-scale pruning, site clearance, and IPEMA-certified playground mulch installation for businesses and property managers.
Do you offer emergency tree services?
We provide 24/7 emergency response for hazardous tree situations with certified crews available for immediate assessment and stabilization.
What mulch options do you provide?
We offer custom-ground hardwood mulch in natural and colored varieties, plus IPEMA-certified playground mulch that meets strict safety standards.
How do you handle land clearing projects?
Our equipment handles small yard clearings to large-scale developments, with options for debris processing, mulch production, or site-specific removal requirements.
Reviews (4)
Tony Bliss Taylor
Jan 10, 2022
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We love Hughes Tree Service - we recently had our River Birch trees trimmed. Everyone at Hughes always has a high level of communication and on point service! They take the time to walk your property and identify ways to optimize the health of the trees! What ever your needs may be Hughes will have an effective solution!
Stanley Wileman
Jan 10, 2022
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The service was as perfect as I could imagine. The only problems were the length of time between requesting a service or estimate and getting it performed. I believe it was almost 6 months or longer between agreeing to the estimate on the tree and stump removal and then having them perform the work. And the crew that removed the tree said "we're done". Well, the stump was still there, and I asked them about the stump removal. They said "Oh, another team will do that." I called the office and inquired as to when the stump removal would be done. The person I talked with said they had to wait for
Steve & Kerry Cottle
Dec 05, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness
Eric and his team did a fantastic job on cutting the large, cracked limb off of our pine tree. They were professional, timely, and did an excellent job in cleaning up all of the debris in our yard and driveway. We are very satisfied with the job that they did.
Service:Tree trimming and pruning
Eric and his team did a fantastic job on cutting the large, cracked limb off of our pine tree. They were professional, timely, and did an excellent job in cleaning up all of the debris in our yard and driveway. We are very satisfied with the job that they did.
Service:Tree trimming and pruning
Ken Hinton
Nov 29, 2021
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The crew arrived on time. Performed the the job as contracted. Cleaned up all stray debris in the yard and street. My dog even liked them. Hughes could have done a better job. I recommend them highly. Ken
Service:Tree trimming and pruning
Service:Tree trimming and pruning
