What We Handle
• Dead and dying ash trees
• Storm-damaged, leaning and split trees
• Trees crowding houses, sheds, driveways and outbuildings
• Multi-tree removals and full tree lines
• Cedar and volunteer trees along fence rows and timber edges
• Hazard trees with decay, deep cracks or dead hanging limbs.
How We Do It
We walk the property with you first and agree on exactly what comes down and what stays. Trees are felled or taken down in sections depending on what is around them. Our track loader with a grapple moves logs and brush without tearing up your yard. Debris is hauled off, piled for burning, or cut and stacked as firewood, whichever you prefer, and we clean up before we leave.
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Tree Safety Assessment
Structural Decay
Visible cavities, fungal growth, or hollow trunks indicate internal rot that compromises the stability of your tree.
Deep Trunk Cracks
Deep vertical splits in the bark often suggest that the tree is physically splitting apart and poses an immediate threat.
Dead Hanging Branches
Large dead limbs, often called 'widow makers,' can fall unexpectedly and should be assessed by a professional immediately.
Dead Ash in Central Iowa
Emerald ash borer has killed ash trees all over central Iowa. Dead ash turns brittle fast and gets more dangerous to take down every season it stands. If you have several dead ash on your acreage, taking them all at once is safer and usually more cost effective than one at a time.
Winter Is a Great Time for Big Jobs
Frozen ground means no ruts in your lawn or pasture, so winter is one of the best times to tackle large removals and clearing projects. Call now to get on the winter schedule.
Questions We Hear a Lot
Do you work in winter?
Yes. Frozen ground is ideal for heavy equipment, and winter is when we do many of our biggest jobs.
Do you take single trees?
Yes, but we specialize in multi-tree and acreage work.
Do you remove stumps?
Ask about stump removal when you request your quote.
How long does a job take?
Most removals are done in a day. Larger acreage projects can take a few days.
Are you insured?
Yes. GC Contracting is fully insured, and a certificate of insurance is available on request.
Based in Dallas Center, Iowa. We work in Dallas Center, Adel, Grimes, Granger, Waukee, Perry, Minburn, Woodward, Van Meter, Madrid, Polk City, Johnston, Urbandale, Clive, West Des Moines and the rest of Dallas County.