Do palm trees require a lot of maintenance?

• <div><p>In most ways, palm trees are incredibly low-maintenance. They don’t need a ton of water—which is why they’re so beloved in desert regions—and they basically prune themselves. But they do need an ample supply of sunlight and to be in soil that will allow for proper drainage so that their roots don’t become waterlogged and at risk of developing illnesses.</p><p>If the plant begins to wilt, develop spots, or change color, these could all be signs that your palm tree has a disease. But a few basic treatments, like pruning and applying fungicide, will usually be more than enough to return it to perfect health.</p></div>

Do I have to grind an old tree stump?

• <div><p>We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-kill-tree-stump.htm">killing a tree stump</a>, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.</p><p>Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.</p></div>

Can you burn wood with Dutch elm disease?

• <div><p>Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.</p></div>

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Q: What are signs that trees or shrubs require trimming or removal?

• <div><p>Signs include dead branches, growth over structures, diseases, pests, or roots impacting hardscapes.</p></div>

Q: Will a palm tree live if you cut the top off?

• <div><p>Unfortunately, if you cut the top off a palm tree, it will die. Instead of budding or branching out, the top begins to slowly rot. That's why having a professional tree trimming at least twice a year is a good idea. If you don&rsquo;t have experience with trimming your palm tree, you might accidentally cut the top off, leaving a dead and rotting tree in your wake.</p></div>

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Very courteous, professional, and fast! Joel Garcia and his crew completed our project in one day: he listened to all of our requests and followed them perfectly, leaving our yard looking 100% better after they were done. Mr. Garcia gave us a VERY reasonable price and schedule. We will be using...
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Reviewed in April 2022
Removed a large tree and did a great job!
Climbers Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2020
Project: Replace AC coils Very professional and very competitive rates. Johnny communicated when he was on his way and answered all my questions. I feel I received great customer service. I will definitely call them this fall/winter when I need to have my furnace checked!! VERY happy I...
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Reviewed in May 2020
Couldn't have gotten a better company to do this service! Very, prompt, courteous, informative and reasonably priced. Very pleased and will definitely recommend to others!
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Reviewed in January 2020
I came out figured out what the problem was. Was able to come back within days and fix the problem. Positive attitude and great customer service
Owens Service Electric
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Reviewed in April 2019
He missed the first appointment but go the job done the next day after I got the quote. It was a good price to cut up a huge fallen tree to my specs.
Phillips Tree Care
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Reviewed in May 2018
Great service. Prompt and professional.
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Reviewed in February 2014
Very happy with all services provided by Extreme Roofing. We were unable to be there during any of the work and they worked with us and kept us updated on progress. Weather delayed them a couple times, but I always received a text message (my preferred method of communication) from them to let...
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Hello! I am passionate about working with my hands and getting them dirty. I have been taking things apart, figuring out how they work, and putting them back together again since I was able to hold a wrench. I am an Ex- ASE certified automotive technician, so I thrive with diagnosis and repair! Great with tools and figuring things out!

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"Earth and Arbor does extremely good work. Caleb and Jake are very knowledgeable and take real pride and care in what they do. They come highly recommended from us for any tree trimming, landscaping, sprinkler system maintenance, as well as consultation regarding tree and plant health. These people really know what they are doing."

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Tree Service questions, answered by experts

Signs include dead branches, growth over structures, diseases, pests, or roots impacting hardscapes.

Unfortunately, if you cut the top off a palm tree, it will die. Instead of budding or branching out, the top begins to slowly rot. That's why having a professional tree trimming at least twice a year is a good idea. If you don’t have experience with trimming your palm tree, you might accidentally cut the top off, leaving a dead and rotting tree in your wake.

In most ways, palm trees are incredibly low-maintenance. They don’t need a ton of water—which is why they’re so beloved in desert regions—and they basically prune themselves. But they do need an ample supply of sunlight and to be in soil that will allow for proper drainage so that their roots don’t become waterlogged and at risk of developing illnesses.

If the plant begins to wilt, develop spots, or change color, these could all be signs that your palm tree has a disease. But a few basic treatments, like pruning and applying fungicide, will usually be more than enough to return it to perfect health.

We recommend removing the stump, and grinding is a popular way to do it. You can also dig out small stumps or stumps that have fully decayed instead of grinding them. However, don’t try using acids or fire for killing a tree stump, which is a fire hazard and illegal in many areas.

Leaving the stump alone invites eventual problems, including attracting termites, mold, and fungi.

Yes, burning wood with Dutch elm disease is a safer way to dispose of it than, say, tossing it in with the rest of your yard waste, which could potentially allow it to spread to healthy trees. But it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to make sure you’re complying with any ordinances about removing diseased trees as well as burning brush piles.

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