PLATINUM TREE SERVICES
Storm PrepFebruary 1, 2026

Preparing Your Trees for Minnesota Storm Season

Minnesota storms can be severe, with high winds, heavy snow, and ice putting tremendous stress on trees. Proper preparation can prevent thousands of dollars in property damage.

Identifying High-Risk Trees

Walk your property and look for:

  • **Leaning trees** with exposed roots
  • **Dead or hanging branches** in the canopy
  • **Co-dominant stems** (two main trunks creating a weak junction)
  • **Trees overhanging structures** (roofs, garages, fences)
  • **Cracks or splits** in the trunk or major limbs

    • Proactive Pruning Benefits

    Regular pruning removes weak, dead, or structurally unsound branches before they become projectiles. Professional storm risk pruning focuses on:

  • Removing deadwood
  • Thinning dense canopies to reduce wind resistance
  • Eliminating crossing or rubbing branches
  • Raising lower limbs away from structures

    • Post-Storm Response

    After a major storm:

    1. **Do not approach trees touching power lines**—call your utility provider immediately

    2. **Document damage** with photos for insurance claims

    3. **Call professionals** for trees on structures or partially uprooted trees

    Platinum Tree Services offers 24/7 emergency storm response. Call (763) 807-3131.

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