Hansen's Tree Service - St. Louis & Lake of the Ozarks

06/17/2026

Trees do way more than make your yard look nice. They are quietly working for you every day. 🌳✨

Here are a few hidden benefits most homeowners forget about:

🌬️ Shade that helps cool your home and outdoor spaces
💨 Cleaner air by trapping dust and pollutants
🌧️ Less runoff because trees help water soak into the soil
🔇 Natural noise buffering from roads and neighbors
🦋 Habitat for birds and pollinators that keep your landscape thriving
💚 A boost in curb appeal and overall property value

Want the full list (and why it matters for your yard)? 📖 Read our blog:
https://www.hansenstree.com/home-gardening-tips/hidden-benefits-trees-provide-you/

Hidden Benefits Trees Provide You

06/15/2026

6 Months Same-As-Cash Financing

Don’t put off risky tree work. With 6 Months Same-As-Cash financing, Hansen’s makes it easier to take care of hazardous trees, dead limbs, and overhanging branches before they become a bigger property problem.

Fast decision. Apply online or by phone. Use code DEL2624.

Get a Hassle-FREE Quote https://www.hansenstree.com/contact-us/request-free-estimate/

06/10/2026

Ever notice a little more dirt washing away after each heavy rain? 🌧️🌳 That is erosion, and it tends to creep up quietly until you have exposed roots, washed out mulch beds, and soggy spots that never dry out.

Here’s the cool part. Trees are one of the best natural defenses against erosion. 💪🌱
🌳 Roots hold soil in place like an underground net
🌦️ Canopies soften the impact of rainfall before it hits the ground
🕳️ Root channels help water soak in instead of racing downhill
🍂 Leaf litter acts like natural mulch to protect the soil surface

If your yard is sloped, clay-heavy, or you see runoff after storms, this blog is worth 2 minutes of your time. 👀

Read it here:
https://www.hansenstree.com/home-tree-care/erosion-what-it-is-and-how-trees-can-help/

06/03/2026

Tree work can be a big project, but paying for it doesn’t have to feel like one.

Hansen’s is offering 6 Months Same-As-Cash financing so you can take care of risky tree work now and pay with a little breathing room.

Dead limbs, overhanging branches, storm damage, and hazardous trees rarely get better with time.

✅ Fast decision in seconds
✅ Apply online or by phone
✅ Use code DEL2624
✅ Hassle-free quotes available https://www.hansenstree.com/contact-us/request-free-estimate/

Call 636-425-2744 or visit HansensTree.com to get started.

05/27/2026

That old stump is not “just ugly.” It is a slow-burn problem sitting in your yard. 🌳🪵

Here is what a stump can bring with it:
🐜 Pests that love decaying wood
🍄 Fungus and rot that can spread to nearby plants
🌱 Random sprouts that keep popping up at the worst times
⚠️ A trip hazard for kids, guests, and mower blades
🚫 Wasted space where you could actually use the yard

Stump grinding takes it below grade so you can reclaim the area and move on, whether that means grass, landscaping, or a clean slate.

Read the blog here:
https://www.hansenstree.com/home-gardening-tips/stump-grinding-why-removing-that-old-stump-matters/

Stump grinding is often an afterthought for homeowners. Once a tree is removed, it’s tempting to consider the job done.

05/22/2026

Certified Arborist Chris popping in with a little Friday motivation.

Hey hey hey, it’s Friday.
You made it.
Just a few more hours to go.

Put on the mental mixtape, power through like your dial-up finally connected, and remember; your trees can wait until Monday… unless they are hanging over the house. Then request a request a Hassle-Free Quote at Hansenstree.com

05/20/2026

That “one tree” you side-eye every time the wind kicks up? Trust that feeling. 🌬️🌳

Most hazardous trees do not fail out of nowhere. They give clues first. This blog breaks down the early warning signs that it might be time to remove a tree before spring storms make the decision for you.

A few signs homeowners often miss:
• The canopy is thinning each season or the top is dying back
• New cracks or seams appear on the trunk or major limbs
• Mushrooms show up near the base
• The tree starts leaning more than it used to
• Limbs keep dropping even on calm days

If you want the full checklist and what it means, read it here:
https://www.hansenstree.com/home-tree-care/signs-you-need-tree-removal-before-it-becomes-a-hazard/

Tree removal is not something most homeowners in the St. Louis area and beyond, think about until there’s a clear problem.

05/18/2026

***11th Annual Jeff Hansen Memorial Foundation Sporting Clays Fundraiser***

Huge thank you to everybody who came out Saturday for the 11th Annual Jeff Hansen Memorial Foundation Sporting Clay Shoot. The weather tried its best to turn the course into a swamp, but thankfully the rain held off just enough for us to sling some lead, miss easy shots, blame our guns, and still have a great time 😂

Seriously though, we can’t thank everyone enough that came out, volunteered, donated, sponsored, or helped behind the scenes. Every year I’m reminded how awesome this group of people is and how much support there still is for honoring my dad, Jeff Hansen.

The money raised from this event will go back into helping local Missouri charities, churches, organizations, and people in need… the same kind of causes my dad always loved supporting.

I know he would’ve gotten a kick out of seeing everyone out there muddy, wet, laughing, eating, shooting, missing, and giving each other a hard time all day.

Thank you all again for continuing to support this event year after year. It means more than you know.

See you all again next year!! 😎💪

05/18/2026

Before a site can become a neighborhood, commercial space, road, or new development, the land has to be cleared the right way.

Hansen’s works with developers and large-scale project teams across Missouri to provide professional land clearing, selective clearing, and site preparation support. It takes the right equipment, the right crew, and the right experience to clear efficiently while understanding access, soil conditions, surrounding trees, drainage concerns, and what needs to stay versus what needs to go.

And here’s our little bit of the circle of life: our land clearing operations help feed our mulch division. Material from the field is repurposed into a product that goes right back into landscapes across the region.

Need someone who knows land clearing from every angle? Talk to Kenny. He’s been with Hansen’s for 35+ years, and when it comes to clearing land, selective clearing, and knowing how to get a site ready, Kenny has seen just about everything.

Have land that needs cleared, opened up, or selectively managed?

Talk to Kenny.

05/18/2026

🌳We do more than giant tree removals.

Ornamental landscape trees need grooming too, and not just for tree health. When smaller trees get overgrown, they can cover up windows, hide architectural details, and make your home look more crowded than cared for.

A good trim helps uncover and reveal the beauty of your home. It can instantly improve curb appeal and give your property a cleaner, sharper, more polished look.

The other good news? These jobs are often quicker and more affordable than people think. We usually do not need heavy equipment for this kind of work. In many cases, a simple spider lift gets the job done, and some smaller trees can even be trimmed from the ground.

❓So here’s the question.
Would your home look better if your ornamental trees were cleaned up?
If the answer is yes, we’d be happy to help.

Ask us for a hassle free quote.