Damage & Prevention

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A Guide to Helping Your Atlanta Trees Survive The Mild (But Unpredictable) Southern Winters

Atlanta’s mild but unpredictable winters create unique tree care challenges. Learn how to protect your trees from freeze-thaw cycles, ice storms, and sudden cold snaps with expert tips from certified arborists.

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How Companies Leverage Technology for Efficient Tree Care Management Services

Modern tree care goes high-tech. See how professional arborists use drones, advanced diagnostics, and smart systems to deliver superior service in Atlanta.

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Tree Removal Permit Guidelines for 26 North Atlanta Neighborhoods

Atlanta’s reputation as a “city in a forest” comes with responsibilities for property owners. Many north Atlanta municipalities require permits before removing certain trees, protecting…

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3 Things to Ask When Talking to a Certified Arborist

Choosing the right arborist for your tree care needs ranks among the most important decisions you’ll make as a property owner. Trees represent significant investments…

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Chicken of the Woods Fungus: When Tree Mushrooms Signal Danger

When you spot bright orange and yellow shelf-like growths sprouting from your trees, you might have discovered what mushroom enthusiasts call “chicken of the woods.”…

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6 Steps To Take To Prepare Your Yard For a Major Storm

There’s a lot of beautiful weather in Georgia, from sunny summer days to crisp autumn breezes and colorful leaves. But just like most climates, Atlanta-area…

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Storm Damage Tree Removal: Protecting Your Property from Future Hazards

Storms can both give and take. They can deliver much-needed water for parched landscapes but can also wield destructive power that leaves lasting scars on…

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How to Care For a Lightning Struck Tree

Lightning strikes can be devastating to trees, causing significant damage to the trunk, branches, and roots. However, with proper care, a tree that has been…

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10 Essential Tree Care Tips for Atlanta, Georgia

Atlanta is a city of lush green spaces and magnificent trees, but it is important to remember that taking care of these trees is crucial…

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Powder Post Beetles

Powder Post Beetles range in size from 1/16″ to 5/16″ in length and vary in color from reddish brown to black. They have tiny, grub-shaped…

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Insurance Claims

What To Do If You Have A Fallen Tree, Including Filing Insurance Claims As Atlanta soon enters the hurricane season (June 1 through Nov. 30),…

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Tree Winterizing

Prepare Your Trees for the Cold Weather While it is still summer time in Atlanta, it may be difficult to think of preparing your trees…

A large tree has fallen onto a sidewalk and street, uprooting concrete slabs and causing damage. Branches, leaves, and debris cover the area in front of residential houses.

Fallen Tree Removal and Homeowners Insurance Claims

What To Do If You Have A Fallen Tree, Including Filing Insurance Claims As Atlanta soon enters the hurricane season (June 1 through Nov. 30),…

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3 Signs Your Tree Needs Immediate Attention

Most trees are very hardy and don’t need much if any attention. However, there are some very severe issues that you should be on the…

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Winter Stresses on Trees & Shrubs

Heavy snow and ice, as well as frozen soil conditions, can damage cherished trees and shrubs in residential landscapes. Even areas without major snowfall experience…

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