Tree Roots Damaging Driveways and Sidewalks
Tree Roots Damaging Sidewalks in Toledo? If you live in Toledo, signs of tree root issues are obvious: sidewalk panels lifted, driveways cracked near mature trees, and sewer lines backing up unexpectedly. Tree roots aren’t aggressive or destructive on purpose. They don’t “hunt” for concrete or sewer pipes. They grow where conditions are best: moisture, […]
Risks of Tree Topping Most Homeowners Don’t Hear About
Should You Top a Tree? Ohio storms, heavy snow, and high winds can turn beautiful trees into potential hazards, creating situations we all want to avoid. Should you cut the top of a tree to improve safety? It sounds tempting, but it is harmful and often increases the danger rather than reducing it. Tree topping […]
Planning Commercial Tree Work In Toledo Without Upsetting Tenants Or Customers
Do Your Trees Need Maintenance? Residential tree work is relatively straightforward… One homeowner, driveway, and decision-maker. Commercial tree work presents unique challenges. A single trimming can cause tenant emails, parking issues, delivery problems, and safety concerns, often landing on your desk rather than the tree company’s. You also manage shared parking, pedestrian flow, ADA access, […]
Tree Disease Identification For Ohio Homeowners
Is Your Tree Sick Or Just Stressed? Have you been staring at a tree in your backyard for the past year, debating if something is wrong with it, or if it’s just a figment of your imagination? If you’re not a tree expert, it can be hard to tell! With long, wet springs, hot, dry […]
Cracked Or Hanging Tree Limb In Winter
Big Oak Over Your Roof Or Driveway? If you have a large oak tree reaching over your roof, driveway, or garage, winter has a way of making you suddenly notice it. A branch that felt harmless all summer can start to feel a lot heavier once snow piles up, ice forms, and wind starts pushing […]
Who Removes Trees Near Power Lines in Toledo?
Tree Removal Near or On Power Lines If you live in Toledo, you already know our neighborhoods have their own personality with big beautiful trees, charming old alleys, and enough overhead power lines to make you wonder who planned all this. Heck, Sylvania is nick-named ‘The Tree City’. It’s scenic… until a branch starts leaning […]
Does Removing a Tree Help Your Toledo Home Sell?
Can Tree Removal Increase Your Property Value? When selling your Toledo home, you might consider mulch, paint touch-ups, or replacing an old porch light. But a key question often arises at the last minute… Should you remove a tree before listing? The truth is, trees can absolutely help your home sell, or they can send […]
Best Time to Trim Oak Trees in Toledo
Trimming Red Oak or White Oak? Most homeowners don’t realize that not all oaks behave the same, and misunderstanding that difference can cause serious issues. The two main groups, red oaks and white oaks, look similar from afar, but their biology is quite different. Red oaks are much more vulnerable to oak wilt, a fast-spreading […]
Neighbor’s Tree Hanging Over Your Yard?
Can You Trim a Neighbor’s Branches? Homeowners in Toledo, Sylvania, Perrysburg, and Waterville often wonder what to do if a neighbor’s tree grows over their property line. Ohio law generally allows trimming branches that cross onto your property. Still, you must do so from your own land and avoid harming the tree, no topping, cutting […]
Do You Need a Tree Removal Permit in Toledo?
City of Toledo Tree Removal Laws Many Toledo homeowners aren’t sure when a tree can be removed freely and when the city needs to be involved. The good news? In most residential cases, you can handle the work without filing paperwork. The bad news? There are a few important exceptions, especially when it comes to […]
