"This is the second time I have used Martinez tree service. They are on time, professional, personable, and completely clean up their work when the job is done. Highly recommend."
"I just had B W insect control & Tree Service treat all 7 of my large live oaks. They were prompt, & very professional. I am very satisfied & look forward to him helping us keep our trees healthy for years to come."
"Chad and his team deserve the excellent workmanship reviews associated with them. I wanted to highlight the professional and personal integrity of them as well. This was displayed in communications ahead of time for an appointment and especially the man s word and handshake method in honorable business practices. I highly recommend Tree Solutions & Chad who provided their excellent services for a fair and reasonable rate."
"I was very impressed with Abel Tree Service! They were always prompt and courteous. I don't know much about trees and bushes, so I didn't know what the best way to trim up those in my yard. Junior at Abel Tree Service clearly knew a lot about the trees and bushes in my yard and gave great advice. My yard looks so much bigger now and more sunlight can reach the other plants. I'm very happy with their work and will use them again."
"I highly recommend this company. They were quick and very competent. Honest workers who clean up after themselves. The property was cleaner afterwards than before they started the job. Excellent service!"
"Hector was awesome! He did a great job trimming trees for a fraction of the price others quoted! I would highly recommend them for any landscape job!"
"I have hired GP landscape multiple times and they’ve always done a good job. Anything from trimming trees to taking down trees to clearing the creek bed they are awesome."
"Excellent! The quote was prompt and I enjoyed seeing the way they used technology to outline the area to be serviced. Beau was always quick to respond and performed the service as described. Because I don't know the cost of similar services, I am not sure how it compares. However, because we don't like to use chemicals on our yard, we appreciate the quality organic compost to help improve the state of our lawn."
It's easy to misidentify trees that appear to be maple trees due to similarities in leaf shapes. Sweetgum, sycamore, and yellow poplar all have leaf shapes and appearances similar to maples. The fact that around a dozen maple tree varieties exist, only about half of which are considered common, makes misidentification an often typical occurrence.
Sudden oak death and oak wilt are different diseases. Oak wilt first shows up in tree leaves while sudden oak death affects the branches and trunk. However, as symptoms in both can overlap, it’s best to consult a professional arborist tree expert for a proper diagnosis and development of a treatment plan.
Trimming a tree can take anywhere from just two hours to a full day, depending on the age of the tree, the number of trees, and the species. Young trees are generally easier to trim, as their branches are often thinner in diameter and easier to reach compared to mature trees. They also tend to be healthier. If you haven’t trimmed your trees before or it’s been a while, the process could take even longer.
The fastest ways to remove a tree stump are by grinding it or burning it.
Stump grinding is often the quickest method, with professionals able to chip away a stump and its roots within a single session. You have the option to hire a professional stump removal service or rent a stump grinder to do it yourself. However, it's important to note that these machines can be large, difficult to transport, and dangerous to operate without prior experience. For safety reasons, hiring a local arborist or landscape specialist is often recommended.
Burning is another fast option. Before you begin, check your local burn laws. The process involves drilling holes into the stump, filling them with vegetable oil, and waiting 24 to 48 hours. Afterward, you can add charcoal bricks to the surface and light the fire, which must be attended at all times.
For a more affordable but much slower alternative, you can use potassium nitrate pellets to accelerate the natural decomposition process. This method typically takes four to six months.
Since overwatering can harm mature trees just as much as a lack of water, it’s important to know the signs of an overwatered tree. If your tree’s leaves are yellowing, wilting, or dropping leaves, it’s likely that you’re overwatering. Other common signs include rotting, fungi, soggy soil, soft or peeling bark, falling leaves, and brittle roots.
If you realize that you’ve been overwatering your mature tree, stop watering and give the soil time to dry out. Then moving forward, increase time between watering sessions.
The Southmayd, TX homeowners’ guide to tree services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Tree inspections can ensure your trees stay healthy and safe, preventing costly damage. Learn how much tree inspections cost and what can affect the price.
How much does an arborist cost? This guide explains the cost of different services, ongoing expenses, and other factors to consider when hiring an arborist.
Follow these tips to learn how to find a good tree removal service. Doing a little research can help you save time and money when you need to say goodbye to your trees.
You suspect that the leaning oak tree in the back needs to come down, but can you just handle it yourself? Here are the pros and cons of calling a tree service.