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Why You Should Invest in a Winston-Salem Tree Service

4/1/2019

 
Keeping the trees in your yard beautiful and healthy is not an easy task. It requires knowledge and expertise to do it right. The good news is, if you are looking for a tree care company who can help you maintain your tree, you don't have to look anymore. A Winston-Salem tree service can offer you our high-quality service to ensure your trees always look their best. If you haven't used a professional service before, now is the time to invest because allowing your trees to overgrow can have some negative results.
Well-trimmed trees in a backyard landscape
We will provide you some reasons why you should invest in professional tree trimming service:

Improves the health of your trees.
Dying or dead branches can affect the overall health of the tree; that is why they should be trimmed right away. Aside from being unsightly, dead branches can also be dangerous because they can fall on your roof and damage your property or injure anyone inside.

Enhances the appearance of the landscape and increases property value.
Trees that are well taken care of add to the appeal of your landscape and enhance the value of your property. Branches should be maintained at their ideal height to maximize the appeal of your yard.

Detects tree problems.
Professional tree trimming services can diagnose problems with the health of your tree while doing a regular tree trimming. We can evaluate your tree for any disease that could harm it and lead to its death. With routine maintenance, it will be easier to detect these problems and treat the trees before the problem worsens.

Improves fruit yield.
If you have a fruit-bearing tree in your yard and you want to improve its yield, trimming is one effective way to do it. With regular trimming, fruits will increase in size and quantity. Trimming your trees in the late winter is an effective way to help the tree produce more fruit because its center will be more exposed to the sun which is vital for the production of fruits.

​Saves money
If you trim your trees regularly, your property will be far from damage. You don't have to spend on repairs and hospital bills if you keep your trees well-maintained. Remember that damage repairs cost a lot more compared to a tree trimming service that is why getting a professional tree expert to do tree trimming in your yard is a smart way to save cash.

How to Recognize a Dead Tree in Your Yard

3/3/2019

 
Dead tree in yard
You may think that recognizing a dead tree is as easy as walking at the park, but it is not often the case. In some cases, a tree has been dead for months, but no one has even noticed. We all know the hazards that a dead tree can bring but how can we avoid these dangers if we don't even know our tree is dead? In this blog post, we will discuss a few of the signs that a tree is dead and should be removed by a professional.

Symptoms
A tree has many parts and to find out if the tree is dead, it is essential to look at these parts individually so you can confidently say it is dead and beyond recovery. You should call a certified arborist to help you inspect your tree for any signs of death and provide you with expert advice as to how you should handle the situation. Never assume that the tree is healthy just because the leaves are all in bloom. The problem may be in the trunk or root area; that is why it is best to seek help from someone who knows about these symptoms very well.
 
Trunk Symptoms
The strength of the tree comes from its roots and trunk. If you see any signs that the trunk of the tree is not in good shape, you should address it immediately. If you fail to take care of it early, it might become an even more serious problem in the future. Inspect your tree and look for split trunks or holes in the tree because these are signs that your tree is diseased or dead. Most often than not, if one tree is affected by this disease, other trees near it will be infected as well.
 
Branch Symptoms
The fact that the trunk of your tree is diseased can mean other parts of the tree, such as branches, have also been affected. If the leaves of your tree are continually falling off from the branches, leaving them bare, then this can be a matter of concern. If you look closer to the branches, you might notice pests or insects infesting your tree causing it to rot. When these things are present in your trees, it is essential to call a professional tree trimming service to remove the affected branches to prevent them from impacting other branches. Removing a few dead branches can go a long way in keeping your tree healthy throughout its lifespan.
 
Bark Symptoms
The bark of your tree may be telling signs of a dead tree regardless of the situation of the trunk. A soft and flexible bark is an indication of a healthy tree. However, if a tree cracks quickly and easily break off, or there are bare spots on your tree, this can be a tell-tale sign of a diseased tree.
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If you see these signs or even just one of them, it is time to ask assistance from a qualified arborist to help you remove the dead tree.

How to Avoid Tree Service Scams

10/3/2018

 
In the capital of North Carolina, Raleigh, the temperature is projected to fall, and snow and ice is right around the corner. Attorney General Roy Cooper warned that this is the time in which homeowners will seek help with tree, but can easily be taken advantage.

Tree service scammers try to rip property owners off. Shady companies will go knocking on doors offering help, but most of these should not be trusted. If trees has fallen or is damaged and help is needed, hiring a licensed, insured, and professional tree company should be called.

If you come across such scammers, report them to the local law enforcement and to the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division to save others from this potential risk.People residing in North Carolina can report directly to Cooper’s office by calling toll-free 1-877-5-NO-SCAM or by filing a consumer complaint.

How to Protect Yourself from Being Scammed by Tree Companies:
  • Avoid paying any deposit or advance fees before the work has been done and inspected by you. Only pay after you have checked the work and feel it is high quality.
  • Avoid selecting companies that are from another state or town. Select a local tree service company in Winston-Salem with good reputation.   If a problem should arise, you will have ample resources given they are a locally owned and operated business. 
  • Before asking any company to work for you, research it online and through personal references. Scrutinize out their credentials and qualifications.  Contact the Consumer Protection Division or the Better Business Bureau and ask if they have any registered complaints against them. Assess online reviews or ask for references. 
  • Verify every company you consider has insurance, and do not believe them without written proof of their policy. Ideally this information should be provided directly by the carrier as there have been fraudulent policies produced and passed off the unsuspecting customers.  Further, verify the company has workers compensation coverage for their employees. 
  • Do not accept any price that seems unusually high, or even extraordinarily low, to you. Check the market price by obtaining estimates from multiple companies.
  • Do not be rushed and unless it is a tree emergency. If pressed to accept the work, or even pay-up front, this is a sign there may be scam at hand. 
  • Another reason never to pay upfront, even just a deposit, is because it is not uncommon for unreputable companies to fall a tree but leave it for the property owner to clean-up – something impossible for many homeowners. 

You can contact North Carolina’s Consumer Protection Division at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM, file a consumer complaint or report possible price gouging online at www.ncdoj.gov if you have any problems.  Learn more here.  
 

How to Remove a Small Dead Tree (without a chainsaw)

9/19/2018

 
Trees are vital to life. They produce oxygen, absorb carbon dioxide, provide food shade and shelter to all life forms.  Warren Buffett said “someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago”. They are a gift of nature. However, there are unfortunate situations where we need to remove the trees for the larger good.

For the most part, a dead or decaying tree can be revived through expert tree trimming or pruning the badly affected parts. However, if trimming does not work, then removal can be resorted to as the last option.  Different strategies can be opted for the removal of dead trees. You can do it on “DO IT YOURSELF” basis if the tree is small and removal is manageable.
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For larger trees or risky tree locations (close to houses or structures), the best way is to contact an expert at dead tree removal service (like us). We are the best service providers in the area. You can either call us at 334-310-4556  or you can fill the contact form in order to contact us.

How to remove dead trees on DIY basis?
You will need following tools essentially:
  • Spade
  • Containers and potting soil (optional)
  • String Trimmer
  • Work gloves
  • Axe
  • Steel-toed boots
  • Safety goggles

After having assembled your tool kit for tree removal, follow undermentioned steps:
  1. Remove the extra dead branches. This will help you to manage the weight of the tree and make the removal easier.
  2. Clear out grass or any weeds from the area surrounding the tree.
  3. Remove the roots (if they are very long and far reaching).
  4. Water the area surrounding the tree.
  5. Dig circular stretch of soil around the tree.
  6. Continue digging until you remove the top soil.
  7. Once you have removed the top soil, start removing the roots  Note: If you plan to plant another tree in the same spot, you can let the roots stay there. They will help in growth of the newly planted tree.
  8. Now pull out the root ball around the tree trunk base with the help of a shovel. Ask a family member or friend to help you in pulling out the tree.

Word of Caution
While removing a dead tree, it is very important to follow safety precautions. Wear gloves, steel-toed boots and safety goggles to avoid injury from swinging tools or flying wood chips.

​Winston-Salem Tree Service offers professional yet affordable tree removals.  Call us today for a free, often same day, estimate.

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