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Want to learn more about the tree services industry? Have a question about the trees on your property? Check back on our blog frequently for news, updates, and answers to your questions.
Ask a Woodworker: Can You Make Something Out Of My Tree?
When we remove a tree, the owners often ask us if they can do something with the wood, other than use it as firewood. In the past, we haven’t been able to give many options, other than leave a few inches of stump for a plant stand or stool. However, we recently found...
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Ask Texas Tree Surgeons: What Are the Bumps on My Pecan Leaves?
Another installment in our series of posts where Texas Tree Surgeons answers your tree questions. Are you having problems with your trees and want to know what’s wrong? Let us know! As we move into summer, there are several tree health issues that can present...
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Ask an Insurance Agent: Does Insurance Cover My Trees?
The recent storm activity has caused widespread damage in our community. When there is storm damage, we are often asked if insurance might cover damage caused by trees or the trees themselves. While we can’t predict what your particular insurer or policy covers, we...
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After the Storm…
Trees that survived the severe storm damage are going to need special care over the next few years. The loss of canopy will reduce the trees' ability to photosynthesize for food and to take up water. We are entering the hottest part of the year; after the rains have...
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A Master Arborist’s Top 10 Ornamental Trees – Part 2
For our full list of decorative tree recommendations, start here! If it's time for a new look in your yard, or you recently lost some trees due to storms and are looking for replacements, our owner and ISA Board Certified Master Arborist Amy Langbein Heath has put...
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Texas Tree Surgeons: No Problem.
At Texas Tree Surgeons, we love trees, but sometimes we need to remove them. This cottonwood had root rot and posed a danger to persons and property. The owner decided to take it down, and Texas Tree Surgeons was there to help. No problem. If you have a tree that you...
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Ask Texas Tree Surgeons: Why Do My Red Tip Photinias Have Spots on the Leaves?
Another installment in our series of posts where Texas Tree Surgeons answers your tree questions. Are you having problems with your trees and want to know what's wrong? Let us know!Dear Texas Tree Surgeons, A lot of my bushes, especially the red tip photinias, are...
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Is There a Difference Between Tree Trimming, Tree Cutting, and Tree Pruning?
When people talk about tree care, they can use different words to talk about the same thing. You may hear “trim,” “prune,” or “cut,” just as you may hear “limb” or “branch.” At Texas Tree Surgeons, we are often asked the difference between a branch and a limb, or...
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A Master Arborist’s Top 10 Ornamental Trees – Part 1
It looks like spring is finally here, and many homeowners are heading back out to their gardens and lawns to get them ready for summer. While spring is a great time to renew mulch and fertilize your trees, many people are also looking to freshen up their outdoor areas...
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Storms and Trees – Quick Tips!
As we prepare for storm season, Texas Tree Surgeons has a few tips for taking the best care of your trees. Let us know if you have questions or need us to come out to assess your trees!Consult a Certified Arborist to Assess Any Storm DamageStorms, especially ones with...
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