Name: Arbor Aesthetics Tree Service
Address: 6724 Irvington Rd, Omaha, NE, 68122, US
Telephone: 402-408-5600

15 Years of Beautiful Trees

10/5/2020

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Dear Jeff,

It's been 15 years since you started Arbor Aesthetics with a handsaw, a ladder, and a borrowed pickup truck. With incredible courage, you followed a spark in your soul and abandoned the safety of your college education in pursuit of something more meaningful. The journey has not always been easy, and the growth has not always been linear, but your grit and determination have remained steadfast, and that is how your business became a "15-year overnight success."

You've proven that the American Dream is a real thing: turning passion into enterprise and creating opportunity with your own two hands. Aside from building a successful business, I am in awe of the personal growth that I've witnessed since joining Arbor Aesthetics six years ago. Day after day, you step outside of your comfort zone (and sometimes we have to push each other there), seek truth and understanding in the way you lead and show up for your people, and best of all - you drag every single one of us along with you to become a better version of ourselves. You are wise, passionate and inspiring. We are all better because of Arbor Aesthetics. Our company vision says it best: We're Better Together.

Thank you for trusting me and having me along on this journey and for going along with my crazy ideas. Thank you for being the captain of our ship.

Your wife and business partner,
Amy

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Ash Tree Removal with Free Replacement!

8/17/2020

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Is it time to say goodbye to your ash tree? We are THRILLED to announce our new FREE ash tree replacement program! As the Emerald Ash Borer population ramps up over the coming years, many homeowners will choose not to treat their ash tree, and that's okay. Not every ash tree SHOULD be treated. Regardless, losing a tree is sad, and we're seizing this opportunity to increase the diversity of Omaha's community forest to enhance its ecological value and safeguard against future invasive insects and diseases.

If you plan to remove your ash tree, do it soon. Don't wait until it's dead or starts to decline. If we remove it for you, we'll replace it for FREE with your choice of eight native, locally grown species from our friends at Great Plains Nursery.

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Mimosa Webworm is hitting honeylocusts again!

7/28/2020

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Mimosa Webworm

Mimosa webworms are web-building caterpillars that infest honeylocust and mimosa trees. If you're seeing brown clusters of leaves covered in webs, and even worms coming down from the tree on strands of silk, you're seeing the season's first generation of caterpillars.

We recommend spraying NOW to address the second (often larger) generation of caterpillars that will feed into September and cause significant damage.

What trees are at risk?
Honeylocust and mimosa (the tree, not the drink).

How is it treated?
We apply an insecticidal foliar spray to the canopy of the tree at high pressure to penetrate the webs.

How can I prevent this next year?
Next year, we recommend a two-spray series: first in June to address the first generation, and second in August to address the second generation. The first spray in June is most effective, since it is applied before the webs are formed, and will also help significantly reduce the population of the second generation.

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The Scout is Out! Scout Guide 2020 Release

7/15/2020

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We are privileged to be included in the 2020 edition of the Scout Guide Omaha! The Scout Guide highlights premier independent businesses like ours in the Omaha metro. Give us a shout if you'd like a copy or two - we're happy to share! These books are beautiful and look great on your coffee table. They are filled with stunning captures of the wonderful people who enrich our city with their special talents and services! SHOP LOCAL!

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Best of Omaha 2021 Voting is LIVE!

7/10/2020

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Why we need your vote...

No, it's not because our kids are cute (but they kind of are, aren't they?), or for bragging rights. It's more than being able to put the Best of Omaha logo on our trucks.

We're asking for your vote so that you can help fellow Omahans find quality tree services performed by Certified Arborists who stand behind their work. It's hard to find contractors who care. We're a small, family-owned, grassroots business. We take good care of our staff so they can support their families. We do things the right way, not the easy way. We give back to our community, and we're always looking for ways to leave Omaha's urban forest better than how we found it. You can support our growth and our mission to create connections through trees by casting your vote.

Voting is now faster than ever and only requires voting in 5 categories. Click below to automatically fill in the Tree Service category. Voting ends August 20th.

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10 Reasons to vote for us:

We take our time with our clients. Our Certified Arborists take the time to meet with every customer to ensure their needs are met and their questions and concerns are addressed. No drive-by bidding here!
Our employees work at the best tree service in Omaha, where core values such as "Ownership" and "Show up and serve" shape a culture of pride in our work and dedication to a high level of service. They also enjoy fantastic benefits like paid medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and holidays, free uniforms and a company-matching IRA and just an all around FUN place to work.
We offer a Complete Satisfaction Guarantee: If you aren't delighted with our service for whatever reason, we'll do whatever it takes to make it right. Seriously!
We are dedicated to continuing education. We have TEN Certified Arborists on staff (and more to come!) and participate in local and national conferences and workshops to incorporate industry best practices into our work.
We're among industry leaders. Jeff Grewe is President of the Nebraska Arborists Association. We're also members of the Tree Care Industry Association and the International Society of Arboriculture, both of which continually raise the standards in our industry.
You won't find a more professional, clean-cut, friendly tree crew out there. Our crews respect your property, your trees, and your time. Our crews are trained and educated to make proper cuts to ensure the lifelong health of your tree.
We schedule your tree work in advance and communicate clearly and often so you know what to expect. No surprises!
We love to educate our customers through consultations, social media and blog posts.
We are a small, family-owned company with Omaha roots. When you invest in your trees, you invest in the security and well-being of local families just like yours.
We are environmentally conscious whenever possible. We take great care in the methods and timing of our chemical treatments to protect pollinating insects. We also offer e-invoicing and our sales arborists drive hybrid vehicles. (Amy is also a little obsessed with recycling.) Did you know we were awarded the 2016 Green Industry Award by the Nebraska Forest Service?

Okay, one more for good measure...
Convenient online appointment setup and payment options, plus our new Customer Portal, make your experience quick and easy from start to finish.

Can't stop, won't stop...
We give back to our community. Have you heard of our Gift of Beautiful Trees charity program? Once a year we ask our community for nominations for families in dire need of tree care who may not be able to afford it. In the last five years, we've provided over $30,000 of no-cost tree work to Omaha families. We're also involved in community events like the annual Earth Day Omaha Tree Climb.

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Faces of Omaha 2020

6/22/2020

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We're again honored to be included in Omaha Magazine's "Faces of Omaha." 15 years into our journey, we're still coming up with better ways to serve our clients, create a great place to work for our employees, and create a higher standard of tree care by educating our staff and clients about arboriculture.

"Trees ground us,” Arbor Aesthetics Co-founder Amy Grewe said. “Trees connect us all.”

As the 15-year-old company has branched out, its employees have all become certified arborists, a reflection of the team’s dedication to providing the best possible care to the trees that enhance the community’s urban landscapes.

“That says a lot for the kind of talent we attract and that our people take their work seriously,” Amy said.

The team’s expertise is rooted in outstanding customer service and respect for each other, founder Jeff Grewe said. “We’ve redefined our mission and vision statements and core values,” Jeff said. “In doing so, we’ve created a cohesive and harmonious culture where our employees take ownership and are encouraged to grow personally and professionally. There are a lot of choices in our industry, but at the end of the day, people want to feel good about who they interacted with. It comes down to friendly, certified, professional arborists. That’s who we are. There are a lot of tree companies out there but only Arbor Aesthetics hits all of those marks.”

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BAGWORMS: Control the Destruction!

4/17/2020

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Bagworms. Everyone’s favorite little defoliator, right? These clever moths begin life as tiny caterpillars and use the foliage of trees and shrubs to protect themselves so they can mate and create even more bagworms. They can be extremely destructive, and their cone-shaped cases oftentimes go unnoticed as "pinecones" or some other doo-dads that almost pass for something that belongs on the tree!

The Bagworm Lifecycle

This moth begins life as a tiny caterpillar (“worm”) when it hatches from its egg late May to early June. This larva and 300-1000 of its brothers and sisters emerge from the case and are so small that they generally go unnoticed, then using a strand of silk, they can catch a free ride on the wind right onto your favorite tree. As they feed on needles or leaves they begin to weave together a case, or bag, of their own from the chewed plant material. This case can help protect them from predators and temperature extremes. As they feed, the worm and the case both grow - up to 2 inches long.

Late in August the mature larvae will secure the bag to a branch and close themselves up in the case, where they pupate. Bagworms are stuck in the olden days. While the male becomes a small furry moth and flies to the females to mate, the ladies…well, they never get to venture out and die after mating. Tough life.

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Can bagworms kill my trees and shrubs?

YES - Bagworms can disfigure or even kill evergreens in a hurry as they feed on needles. If you have a minor infestation of bagworms, pick off the cases and throw them away in a sealed grocery bag, place in a bucket of soapy water, or burn them if that gives you satisfaction. If your trees have more than a few however, give us a call so we can perform properly timed insecticide sprays. Remember, every case can have 300-1000 eggs, so you don’t want the population exploding from one year to the next!

What species are most at risk?

We see bagworms most commonly feeding on spruce, arborvitae, and junipers. They can also feed on deciduous trees, however that damage is not usually concerning or long lasting.

When is the best time to spray for bagworms?

Larvae are active June through August. Sprays are most effective when before the larvae are protected by their cases, so the earlier in the season, the better.

How does Arbor Aesthetics manage bagworm infestations?

Arbor Aesthetics offers a two-time foliar spray treatment of either Permethrin or Bifenthrin insecticide while the larvae are actively feeding on your trees and shrubs. We closely monitor bagworm larvae activity so the timing of the treatments is most effective. We recommend repeating this treatment annually for at least 2-3 years before re-evaluating for control.

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FREE WOOD CHIPS VIA CHIPDROP

4/15/2020

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FREE WOOD CHIPS! GET YER WOOD CHIPS!

We've joined ChipDrop - a FREE service for homeowners to get free mulch deliveries from local arborists. Learn more at http://chipdrop.com. If you are a community garden in need of chips, please reach out to us directly to arrange deliveries at info@arboraesthetics.com or 402-408-5600.

Learn about the benefits of mulch here.

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Gift of Beautiful Trees 2019 Complete!

3/11/2020

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Spring has arrived and it seems like ages ago that we were summoning nominations from the Omaha community for our 5th annual Gift of Beautiful Trees program. Each year we select at least one nominee to receive up to $2,500 in FREE tree trimming or removal services. Over the course of the last five years, we've donated more than $30,000 in tree work to families in need. We all know trees can add significant value to our lives and homes, but they can require costly maintenance and we understand that proper tree care is often not budgeted for and is a luxury for many families. During the holiday season, we can't help but think about the stress some families might be enduring - trying to make ends meet and providing a memorable holiday for their loved ones. That's where we come in. Sure - it's just tree trimming, but we like to think of it less as a gift of manual labor and more as a gift of peace of mind and the comfort that you are seen and cared for by your community in times of need.

As always, I'd like to start by saying nothing gives me more faith in the power of community than watching nomination after nomination roll into my inbox every holiday season. Jeff and I read through each nomination and consider the degree of urgency of the project (is the tree dangerous?), whether or not the work can be completed within one day, the difficulty of the project (do we have the right resources?), and how dire the situation is (what is the person or family going through?).

This year we selected two families to receive the Gift of Beautiful Trees. We always respect the privacy of our recipients, which means we aren't always able to share their personal stories or identities. This year we asked only to share before and after photos of the projects with the public. No matter - we were grateful to be able to share our gifts and resources with these families, lighten their burdens, and spark hope by removing some dangerous and troublesome trees from their properties.

We are already looking forward to 2020 and our six year of giving back to our community! Follow us on Facebook for updates on next year's projects!

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Jeff & Amy Grewe Featured in March 2020 TCIA MAgazine

3/4/2020

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Hey, lookie there! March's Tree Care Industry Association magazine shines a light on the magic WOMEN are bringing to this male-dominated industry. It's not terribly uncommon to see husband-wife teams working together in the tree care world.

Jeff and I have been running the business together for six years and while every marriage is a work in progress 'til death do they part, I've obtained some wisdom over the last several years about working with your spouse. I shared my thoughts below. Check it out! ~ Amy

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