Practical, local tree care advice from the arborists who work the Tennessee Valley every week.
The Tennessee Valley sees its share of high wind, lightning, and saturated soil. Learn how to spot the trees that are most likely to fail in a storm — and what to do about them.
Read article →A clear breakdown of what drives tree removal pricing locally — size, species, access, stump grinding, debris hauling — with realistic price ranges for the Chattanooga area.
Read article →The "right" time depends on the species and the goal. A month-by-month pruning guide for the trees common to Chattanooga yards.
Read article →Cracked trunks, fungal conks, leaning angles — the visible clues that say a tree has become a liability. Photos and explanations included.
Read article →They sound the same. They aren't. Here's how to choose between grinding the stump down and pulling the entire root system out.
Read article →Oaks, hickories, tulip poplars, dogwoods, pines — what's growing in your yard, how it behaves, and what to watch for as it matures.
Read article →Insurance, written estimates, deposit red flags — what to look for before you let anyone bring a chainsaw onto your property.
Read article →The invasive beetle is reshaping our local tree canopy. Spot the signs in your ash trees, weigh treatment vs. removal, and protect what's worth saving.
Read article →Oaks are the backbone of our local landscape — and they're under pressure. A practical look at the diseases that hit them hardest.
Read article →The exact steps to take when a tree comes down on a structure — from safety to insurance to who to call — based on the calls we get most.
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