Severe weather and unexpected structural failures can all lead to one stressful situation: a tree down on your property. Whether it has fallen across your driveway, damaged your home, or is simply resting precariously in your yard, a downed tree is far more than an inconvenience. It can pose serious safety risks that are not…
Trees can add structure and shade to a property, but there are times when their condition shifts in ways that are not always obvious. Subtle changes in growth patterns, stability, or branch structure may signal deeper issues developing below the surface, especially in areas that experience seasonal storms and fluctuating soil conditions. Recognizing these…
Whether you were walking through the woods one day or watching a cartoon, chances are you have seen a hollow tree. These trees are almost always portrayed as scary – and there is a very good reason for that. Hollow trees may add a special effect to any movie scene but one in real life in your…
Sweet gum trees are so beautiful…until you want to walk barefoot through your lawn. The American sweet gum is a popular tree in the St. Louis area. Every subdivision from Florissant to Kirkwood to Maryland Heights has several of them. While the trees were popular for builders and municipalities to plant due to their medium to…
Cutting down a tree from your property can be an emotional event for some people, especially if the tree was very old or had sentimental value to the family. But sometimes it’s necessary to remove trees that are damaged or unhealthy, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find ways to repurpose the tree and give…
In January, we took down what we believe may have been the oldest living American Linden or American Basswood tree (Tilia Americana) in Maryland Heights. This tree’s size and magnitude honestly took our crew’s breath away. This beautiful Linden definitely made its presence known by towering over the yard, the homes, and the subdivision. Our…