The 5 Deadliest Tree Diseases (including Oak Wilt) in Texas Today We’d all like to believe that our trees are impervious to anything that could cause them harm and shorten their lifespan. After all, how could something so lush and green one minute become overwhelmed by broken limbs, loose or peeling bark, and weakened branches the next? Sadly, it happens … Read More
Tree Care Mistakes That Can Increase the Risk of Oak Wilt
We’ve been talking a lot lately about oak wilt. And for good reason—it kills thousands of trees across 76 Texas counties each year, sometimes within a few months. Does that mean it is a significant concern for Denton residents? No. Denton is not a high risk area. That said, there are a few tree care mistakes that can make even … Read More
Two Ways Over-Trimming Your Trees Hurts Growth
When it’s time to trim your trees in Denton, TX, it’s natural to want to get in there and really scale everything back. Sort of like a long-overdue haircut at the barber—just chop it all off. For your tree, that would mean removing dead, weak, or broken branches, clearing excess thickness in the middle of the tree to allow sunlight … Read More
Co-Dominant Trees: Why Removing a Problem Limb All at Once Can Be Risky
When you look at the trees in your yard or commercial property, what would you say is the most dominant, tried and true feature they all share? If you said the tree trunk, you are correct. Regardless of tree species (oak, pecan, pines, sycamores, etc.), they have a single trunk that grows straight and strong, providing stability and support for … Read More
When Should I Prune My Live Oaks? Our Answer May Shock You!
You’ve likely heard time and again from tree service professionals and even neighbors who think they know a thing or two about being an arborist that tree pruning and tree trimming are best during warmer weather. We’re not going to lie—most of the time, that advice holds true. But the same rules don’t apply to every tree type. Take live … Read More
Is Winter Tree Care Important in Denton, TX?
Expert Tree Care for Healthy Winter Trees Most property owners understand the importance of tree care once spring and summer roll around. But when it comes to winter? The common assumption is that trees don’t need much attention during the colder months. It’s true that trees and other plants slow down and enter a dormant phase in winter – but … Read More
Why Tree Trimming Isn’t Just for Looks – It’s for Safety
Why Tree Trimming Isn’t Just for Looks – It’s for Safety If you think tree trimming is just about keeping your yard looking neat, think again. In reality, tree trimming plays a critical role in protecting your home and your property — especially during severe weather. In areas like Denton, Lewisville, and surrounding North Texas cities, where strong winds and … Read More
My Neighbor’s Tree Is Invading My Yard. Can I Trim It?
With all the rain we’ve been getting the past few months, it’s no surprise to see everyone’s trees thickening up quickly. Ah … growth—gotta love it! While this is a welcome sight, especially as we inch closer to the summer months and want our yards to look as beautiful and alive as possible, it’s not uncommon for disputes to arise … Read More
4 Common and Lesser-Known Ways Trees Damage Roofs
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
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
4 Common Tree Pruning Mistakes Homeowners Make All the Time
Well-groomed trees make for quite the stately presence in your yard. More than signifying your attention to detail and beauty, they also show that you care deeply about prolonging their overall health and lifespan. Hiring a tree service professional to handle things like tree pruning and tree trimming is a safe and obvious choice for many homeowners. But we also … 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