Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Tree Care Services in Shawnee Mission, KS
Vanbooven Lawn Landscape & Tree Care is a professional tree maintenance company dedicated to quality and customer satisfaction. With owner Greg VanBooven's 25 years of experience and a team of KAA/ISA Certified Arborists, we prioritize safety, environmental stewardship, and personalized service. Our certified professionals offer comprehensive arboriculture expertise, including pruning, disease management, and insect control.We maintain active memberships in leading industry organizations to ensure ongoing education and technical excellence. By focusing on a smaller client base, we deliver tailored attention to every project across the Kansas City area.
Services
Tree Pruning
Disease Diagnosis
Insect Control
Arborist Consultations
Emergency Tree Care
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- KAA & ISA Certified Arborists on staff
- 25 years of professional arboriculture experience
- Personalized attention from owner-operated service
- Commitment to safety and environmental standards
- Continuing education in technical developments
Associations and certifications
- Kansas Arborists Association (KAA)
- International Society of Arboriculture (ISA)
Services
Tree Pruning
Professional pruning services maintain tree health and structural integrity while enhancing urban landscapes. Our certified arborists use scientific techniques to promote proper growth patterns and prevent disease. We specialize in both young tree shaping and mature tree maintenance across residential and public spaces.
Disease Diagnosis
Comprehensive tree disease identification using modern diagnostic methods. Our experts detect fungal infections, bacterial blights, and other pathogens affecting urban trees. We provide treatment recommendations and prevention strategies tailored to specific tree species and environmental conditions in the Kansas City region.
Insect Control
Targeted insect control solutions for common tree pests including borers, aphids, and scale insects. Our certified applicators implement integrated pest management strategies that balance effectiveness with environmental safety. Regular monitoring helps prevent infestations before they cause significant damage.
Arborist Consultations
Professional arboriculture consultations for residential and commercial property owners. Our certified experts assess tree health, recommend appropriate species for planting locations, and develop long-term maintenance plans. We provide expert testimony and documentation when required for property development or insurance purposes.
Emergency Tree Care
Urgent tree care services for storm-damaged or hazardous trees. Our team responds promptly to unstable trees, broken limbs, and other safety concerns. We prioritize property protection while implementing proper pruning and removal techniques to prevent future issues in urban environments.
People
Greg VanBooven
Owner/Arborist
25-year ISA-certified arborist with a B.S. in Horticulture from Kansas State University. Past President of the Kansas Arborists Association, Greg built the company on personalized service and technical excellence in tree care.
Chris Brewer
Arborist/Crew Leader
Kansas Certified Arborist with extensive experience in large tree pruning operations. Specializes in technical climbs and canopy maintenance for mature trees exceeding 100 feet in height.
Brad Hatfield
Sales Manager
ISA Certified Arborist and Kansas State Certified Applicator with expertise in tree health assessments and pest management solutions. Provides technical sales support and service consultations.
TJ Hastings
Arborist/Crew Leader
Certified arborist specializing in complex pruning operations and tree risk assessment. Leads crews in both residential and public park tree maintenance projects across the metro area.
Chris Bryant
Arborist
Experienced tree care professional with demonstrated skills in technical pruning and disease management. Participates in ongoing professional development through industry association programs.
Questions
What services does VanBooven Tree Care offer?
We provide complete tree care including pruning, disease diagnosis, insect control, emergency services, and arborist consultations for residential and commercial properties.
Are your arborists certified?
Yes, we employ multiple KAA and ISA Certified Arborists with ongoing participation in professional development programs to maintain technical expertise.
Why hire a certified arborist?
Certified professionals have demonstrated knowledge in proper tree care techniques, pest identification, and safety protocols that protect both your property and tree health.
Do you work in public parks?
Yes, we've performed tree maintenance in Loose Park, Mill Creek Park, and other Kansas City area parks since 1998.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve the Kansas City metropolitan area including Shawnee Mission, Overland Park, and surrounding communities.
