Common Tree Service FAQs

The lowest cost does not always mean the best service. Always request to see that they are insured, licensed, and carry workman's comp. Make sure they have the right equipment to make clean, healthy cuts so they do not cause further damage to your tree. It is better to pay a little more for a professional tree service than to have to pay twice to have someone complete the work or repair damage later. If they are not insured and the job does not go as planned, there could be loss to your property and possible court cost.

Trees are dormant in the winter and bleed less sap. Trimming a tree in the winter allows the tree to heal faster and be ready to sprout new growth in the spring.

When a tree is cut or is broken, it leaves a wound that exposes the tree to disease. Trees need their leaves to bring in food via photosynthesis. A professional tree trimmer has the proper equipment and knowledge on how to properly remove deadwood or any branches to protect the tree and provide healthy growth. Trained professionals perform clean and healthy cuts.

A dense canopy increases the risk of disease or insect infestation. When the canopy is dense it prevents the air from flowing through the branches which provides the perfect conditions for pests and disease.

The process of removing dead branches is called deadwooding. Removing large dead branches prevents accidents. Don't be tempted to let branches fall on their own. When trees or branches die they become dry and brittle. At any time, they could fall on your family, your neighbor, your pets, your home, or other personal property. Don't take the risk, the price may end up costing you more than you expect. 

Always have a tree professional trim your tree. A tree transports food through the leaves and branches. Trimming more than 25% of a tree's branches weakens the food supply and causes stress from it trying to heal multiple wounds. Trees are living organisms and need to heal from damage. 

Sticks everywhere on the ground, the bark is falling off, there is rot or fungus on the tree, the tree is recently leaning, wilted or no leaves, termites or other pests, root damage, brittle branches, and no green under the bark. Some trees are diseased and, if treated, may be saved. Not all pests are bad for a tree. If in doubt, call a tree professional to evaluate the trees.