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Cracked oak trunk with shelf fungus at its base beside a residential lawn

Tree Removal2 min read

7 Signs a Tree on Your Property Needs Removal

Dead limbs, trunk cracks and a new lean can all mean a tree is a hazard. Learn the warning signs Freeburg and Belleville homeowners should never ignore.

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Pruned limb near a healthy branch collar with intact leafy oak branches

Tree Trimming2 min read

Tree Trimming vs. Topping: Why Proper Pruning Matters

Topping a tree causes weak regrowth and decay. Here's how proper trimming and pruning keeps trees healthy, safe and natural looking.

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Mature oak shading a well-maintained lawn and curved residential driveway

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