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Tree Removal Methods – Overview
Most homeowners know very little about the tree removal process and what it takes to safely remove a tree. There are an infinite number of variables that come into play...
5 Ways to Remove a Tree Stump
You eliminated the tree that just didn’t work in your yard, but now you have the stump to contend with. Surprisingly, removing it is no easy task. In fact, it’s...
9 Trees that will Attract Winter Wildlife
A common thread that runs through the fabric of America is our love for wildlife. Whether it is a squirrel in a city park or a hovering marsh hawk hunting the edges of...
What are Girdling Roots?
Girdling roots to a tree, is a similar experience to overeating while wearing a belt. When our favorite dish is placed directly in front of us, we cannot help but...
There’s a Hole in My Tree!
Holes in trees can be disconcerting. Many homeowners are unsure about what holes indicate for tree health, or what they should do when a hole appears. In this post, we...
Winter Burn (Evergreen Shrubs)
What is winter burn? Winter burn is a common problem of evergreens including those with broad leaves (e.g., boxwood, holly, rhododendron), needles (e.g., fir,...
Boxwood Blight (Boxwood Shrubs)
Boxwood blight can cause severe leaf loss and eventual death of boxwood shrubs. (Photo courtesy of David Clement, University of Maryland Extension) What is boxwood...
Oak Wilt (Oak Trees)
Oak Wilt is a fungal / vascular disease caused by the fungal invader Bretziella fagacearum and infects virtually all species of oaks, both red and white. The...
Rhizosphaera Needle Cast (Short-Needle Evergreens)
[Image source: Wisconsin Horticulture] A fungal evergreen disease, Rhizosphaera Needle Cast can cause unsightly damage. It primarily affects the short-needled...
Emerald Ash Borer (Ash Trees)
Emerald ash borer (EAB) is an invasive beetle introduced from Asia. It entered North America from China near Detroit, Michigan, probably on wooden packing crates. It...
Why Mulch Your Trees
Trees, as they exist naturally in a forest, will usually have plenty of organic materials in the soil at their base, providing essential nutrients. That’s not always...
Tree Cabling and Bracing
The snowstorms that we experience here in Wisconsin are both beautiful and hazardous. In the same regard, snow building up on trees is something that can cause serious...
How to Handle Exposed Tree Roots
A tree’s root system is a complex structure made up of long, winding roots that intertwine and fuse together to provide tremendous strength against natural forces....
3 Reasons to Get Rid of That Tree Stump
Tree stumps may seem harmless. They’re small, flat, and out of the way, so how much of a problem could they really cause? You may think that cutting a problematic tree...
Extending the Lifespan of Your Roof
In roof damage, water is the ultimate culprit. Stagnant water can seep under shingles and flashing, leading to rot and costly damage. All roof maintenance tasks...
When to Water Your Trees
Multiple factors influence watering needs. Established trees will generally require less water than newly planted trees. New trees’ root systems are less established,...
Wood Ash as an Alternative Fertilizer
Home gardeners often ask if wood ash can be used as a fertilizer in vegetable gardens and flowerbeds, around landscape trees and shrubs, and on lawns. Wood ash...
Are Your Trees Stressed?
Believe it or not, trees get stressed, too. While trees in forests typically live for a hundred years or more, trees in cities and towns usually only survive for...
Choices in Firewood
Fire It Up Enjoy a nice long relaxing evening in front of the fire by making sure you choose the right wood. There are so many options: hardwood vs. softwood,...
Factors to Consider in When to Remove A Tree
We take the decision to remove a tree seriously, especially if the tree itself is healthy. As much as we love our jobs, we don’t necessarily like to cut down...
Trees and Power Lines
At first glance, trees may seem entirely safe. Indeed, trees often symbolize stability in ancient myths. However, trees can be unsafe in certain circumstances, with...
Why Tree Removal is Not a Good DYI Project
Most of us have seen viral videos of hapless homeowners cutting down trees, only to see them fall in a direction they did not intend, most often towards their homes....
A Tree Falls On Your House – First 5 Things To Do
It’s something you hope never happens, but sooner or later a tree may fall on your house or property. What you do next in the pursuit of emergency tree service is...
When is the Best Time of Year for Tree Removal?
Tree removals are performed year-round here in Wisconsin-- as opposed to trimming healthy/remaining trees, there isn't really a need to wait for an ideal time. In...
How Much Does Tree Removal Cost?
The cost of tree removal takes into a account several things, and will likely unfortunately cost you more than just money. Having trees around your home is always a...