Looking for a tree service in Silver Creek, Nebraska? Silver Creek is a quick trip southwest of Columbus on Highway 30, at the east edge of Merrick County.
Vaughn Tree Care LLC is a family owned tree service based in Columbus. Every job in Silver Creek comes with a free written estimate, honest advice, and a complete cleanup.
A Certified Arborist Serving Silver Creek
Owner Ted Vaughn is a certified arborist and a member of the Nebraska Arborists Association. That means your trees are pruned with correct cuts, removals are planned and rigged safely, and treatments are based on what your tree actually needs.
We are licensed and fully insured, and we put quality, safety, and customer satisfaction first on every job, from a single stump to a full lot clearing.
Tree Services in Silver Creek
- Tree removal for dead, hazardous, and unwanted trees of any size
- Tree pruning and trimming for deadwood, clearance, and healthier structure
- Stump grinding to take stumps below ground so you can reseed or replant
- Storm damage cleanup for fallen trees, split trunks, and broken limbs
- Trunk and soil injections for emerald ash borer, insects, disease, and yellowing leaves
- Cabling and bracing to support weak forks and heavy limbs
- Tree planting for shade trees, evergreens, and windbreaks
- Land clearing for lots, fence lines, pastures, and overgrown acreages
Common Tree Problems Around Silver Creek
The Platte River valley runs through Merrick County, and the river corridor is part of the spring sandhill crane migration route. Cottonwoods, willows, and cedars grow thick along the river, while towns and farmsteads have a mix of shade trees, evergreens, and windbreaks.
- Cottonwoods and willows along the river valley that grow large and break easily
- Eastern redcedar spreading into pastures and grasslands
- Farm windbreaks that need dead trees removed
- Storm damage from spring and summer thunderstorms
How It Works
- Call, text, or send a message. Tell us what is going on with your trees.
- Free estimate. We come out, look at the trees, and give you a clear, written price.
- The work. Our crew completes the job safely, with mats under our equipment to protect your lawn.
- Cleanup. Brush is chipped, wood is hauled away, and the area is raked and blown clean.
Also Serving the Rest of Merrick County
Along with Silver Creek, we work throughout Merrick County including Central City. We also serve the rest of Platte, Colfax, Butler, Merrick, and Polk counties. See all of our service areas.
Tree Service in Silver Creek FAQ
Do you offer tree service in Silver Creek, NE?
Yes. Silver Creek is part of our regular service area in Merrick County, and estimates are free.
How much does tree removal cost in Silver Creek?
It depends on the size of the tree, what is underneath it, how easy it is to reach, and whether you want the stump ground. We give free, written estimates so you know the exact price before any work starts.
Can you help with storm damage in Silver Creek?
Yes. We remove fallen and broken trees and clean up the debris. If a tree is touching a power line, call your electric utility first and stay clear.
Do you work on farms and acreages near Silver Creek?
Yes. Along with homes in town, we work on farmsteads, acreages, windbreaks, and pastures.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. Vaughn Tree Care LLC is licensed and fully insured to protect your property, our clients, and our employees.
Call or text (308) 331-0367 for a free estimate in Silver Creek.









