When most homeowners think about trees damaging roofs, their minds automatically leap to the obvious reason: their tree fell on the roof. More often than not, this is exactly what happens, too — a tree that’s too close to the house or ridiculously tall is weak, damaged, or too top-heavy, and all it takes is a solid gust of wind … Read More
3 Reasons Why Your Tree Is Shedding Its Bark
You take pride in the health and safety of your trees. But with so many in your yard and various other lawn care matters to tend to, it can be challenging to know what’s going on with each one at all times. That’s why you were probably shocked to see one tree shedding its bark — first as a few … Read More
20 Character Traits Homeowners Should Look for When Hiring a Tree Service Professional
Most homeowners in Denton, TX, don’t think about hiring a tree service professional until they have to. And once they do, they want to ensure they have picked the right one. We’ve written before about the benefits of hiring a professional versus the other guy. But how do you narrow down those options once you’ve found them? You zero in … Read More
Maintain Your Mature Trees
The beauty of a tree goes beyond just its physical presence. Trees also has to do with their significance in our world as they symbolizes a balance of tranquility and nature. Trees hold so much value for life and for your property, and this is why homeowners need to take great care of their tree landscape – especially their mature … Read More
Pricing Tree Work – Some Insights for the Client
When it comes to tree work, nothing is really routine. Every job, every property, every tree is different. This is why when some customers call wanting to know a service price over the phone without a visit to see for ourselves, we tell them that is not entirely possible. We get it, though. Sometimes, people just want a ballpark figure … Read More
Tree Trimming and Pruning: Why Does My Grass Keep Dying Under My Tree?
Summertime is approaching, and you’ve been hard at work getting your front yard back in shape. Everything looks great, from the new stonework installed around the flower beds to the lush green grass. But for whatever reason, one grass strip keeps dying under your live oak tree every summer. What was green and thick last fall will soon be dead … Read More
4 Reasons Not To Plant a Tree Too Close to Your Home
Another summer will be here before you know it, and homeowners near and far will look for ways to add some oomph to their property’s curb appeal by planting new trees. As far as we’re concerned, no home is complete without big, beautiful trees in the yard. They create quite the stately appearance, especially when well-groomed. So, please plant as … Read More
Will My Tree Grow Back Even After Stump Grinding?
A common question our tree service professionals get when a customer hires us for stump grinding is if their tree has the potential to grow back. After all, tree roots can run deep — especially with big, thick, and healthy trees. So, while you may have eliminated the tree and even ground down the stump, it’s only natural to think … Read More
Getting Caught Up in the Best Price for Your Next Tree Service Might Cost You in the Long Run
As much as everyone would love to have perfectly pruned trees in their yard, the price is the one question they fret over when talking to tree service professionals. It isn’t always about the tree guy’s experience, equipment, or fast response times. It’s all about price — how much they charge. And more often than not, the property owner will … Read More
Is Your HOA Forcing You To Prune Your Trees?
When an old customer of ours called us recently, the first thing out of his mouth when I picked up the phone was, “Well, Henry. I guess it’s time that I finally prune my trees! My HOA is on my case about getting it done.” Admittedly, it had been three or four years since he last had us out to … Read More
5 Signs That Your Tree Is Dying
An obvious sign that your tree is dying or already dead is when there are no leaves on the tree. Everything is bare and sickly looking, and it sticks out like a sore thumb on your property. But as we’ve said many times, just because your tree looks healthy and green right now doesn’t mean it’s thriving. There are hidden … Read More
How To Spot a Safety-Conscious Tree Service Professional
You’ve got two or three trees in your yard that need to be trimmed back and possibly removed for safety reasons. You could do it yourself, but seeing as that plan didn’t exactly work out for you or your trees the last time, you realize it’s better to call a tree service professional. Not only will the job be done … Read More
3 Reasons Why You Should Remove That Dead Tree Soon
You’d think the first thing a homeowner would do when they have a dead tree in their yard is … you guessed it … have it removed. After all, its brittle trunk and leafless limbs stick out like a sore thumb and are doing nothing but drag down your front yard’s curb appeal. For the most part, the majority of … Read More