The first step in tree removal is to determine whether your tree is a hazard to you or your property. Do you think your tree might be a hazard? Here are some signs to look out for: Does it have a cavity in the trunk or main stem? Inspect the trunk of the tree. If
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Heath Tree Service’s ISA Certified Arborists can help you with your trees. A Certified Arborist can make tree care recommendations, provide professional tree trimming service, and expertly remove trees if necessary. James Heath Jr., founder of Heath Tree Service, was the 23rd ISA Certified Arborist in the nation and the first president of the Georgia
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Why should I prune my trees? What are the benefits? 1. Health Removing dead, damaged, and diseased branches to helps prevent insects and decay from settling in and harming your trees. Thinning a dense canopy on a tree to increase air and sunlight helps air to flow through and sunlight to reach plants underneath. By
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This week, Heath Tree Service has been pruning Mistletoe from some beautiful Oak trees in Buckhead. If you have been experiencing issues with Mistletoe, call Heath Tree Service today and let the experts take care of it! 404.261.5000. What is mistletoe? Mistletoe is a parasitic plant that can reduce the growth and vigor of your trees and
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There is a lot to consider when hiring a contractor to work at your home or on your property. The first step is making sure the company is properly insured to protect you and your property. Contracting work with an uninsured or under-insured company or individual can be a very costly error. What is a
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Pruning and fertilizing are the best things you can do to keep your trees and shrubs healthy and beautiful! It is important to always consult a certified arborist to handle your tree pruning needs. Improper pruning can do more harm than good, leading to unbalanced growth, possible infestation by pests, and disease. Professional pruning begins by
Read MoreFertilization– Fall fertilizing can help your trees gain back nutrients lost during the summer and replace nutrients in the soil before winter. It can also strengthen roots and keep your trees healthy all winter. Hydration- Watering your trees before they go dormant ensures your tree is hydrated for the winter. Tree Planting- Fall is an ideal time
Read MoreWhat is a certified arborist? An arborist is a person who has been trained in the science and art of tree pruning, removal, and planting, and is qualified to care for and maintain trees. To gain International Society of Arboriculture Certification an arborist must have extensive knowledge of tree care and pass a comprehensive examination prepared
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All trees require food and nutrients. In a natural forest environment when leaves fall and decompose they provide natural food and nutrients to the tree. Urban trees have their leaves raked putting them at risk of being under-fertilized. Raking away leaves, spreading pine straw and mulch, growing grass, landscape plants, and ground covers all rob
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There are three reasons to prune: 1. safety, 2. to promote growth, 3. aesthetics. If your trees are overgrown, have some dead or dying branches, are shading plants below it, or they just don’t look the way you want, it may be time to prune. Proper pruning practices indicate that you should remove no more
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